The operation of the Pljevlja Thermal Power Plant has been temporarily suspended due to challenges in the functioning of the slag transport system, part of the equipment installed as part of the environmental reconstruction and modernization of the plant, announced the Electric Power Company of Montenegro (EPCG).
They said that this technological segment was implemented by the Chinese company DEC (DEC/BEMAX/BBSOLAR consortium), engaged as a contractor for the project.
"Based on the observed deviations in the system's operation, DEC was requested to conduct an urgent and comprehensive inspection in order to precisely determine the cause of the problem and take all necessary corrective actions. We expect the contractor to ensure full functionality and stability of the equipment as soon as possible, in accordance with the contractual obligations undertaken," the statement reads.
They said that the Pljevlja Thermal Power Plant, after eliminating the identified deficiencies and confirming the correctness of the system, will be included in the test operation mode again.
"We would like to remind you that the TPP was put into operation on Sunday after complex, months-long work on the final phase of environmental reconstruction and modernization, the aim of which is to harmonize operations with modern European environmental protection standards and extend the operating life of the plant," the statement reads.
The Pljevlja thermal power plant was reconnected to the grid yesterday morning after being out of operation for eight months due to environmental reconstruction. The environmental reconstruction of Montenegro's largest energy facility began in April 2022, and it has been out of production since the beginning of April this year.
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