STELCO Engine Surpasses 200,000 Running Hours, Marking a Historic Milestone in Partnership with Wärtsilä

State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) proudly announces a significant operational milestone as one of its Wärtsilä engines in service has surpassed an impressive 200,000 running hours. This achievement reflects the strength of STELCO’s enduring partnership with Wärtsilä and the exceptional performance of its generation assets.

The engine, installed as part of STELCO’s investment in Wärtsilä power generation technology dating back to 1990, has been in continuous operation for over three decades. As of today, another Wärtsilä engine in the STELCO fleet is also on the verge of reaching this remarkable milestone.

Speaking on the achievement, STELCO’s Chief Technical Officer, Ahmed Iqbal, noted:

“At this significant milestone, I extend my sincere appreciation to Wärtsilä for their visionary leadership, unwavering collaboration, continuous guidance, and invaluable technical support. I also commend the technical team at STELCO for their dedication, professionalism, and relentless commitment, which have been instrumental in reaching this exceptional accomplishment.”

The milestone is a testament to the reliability of Wärtsilä’s engine technology, coupled with the dedication and technical expertise of STELCO’s engineering and maintenance teams. This achievement not only reflects robust asset management but also highlights the collaborative spirit that continues to define the relationship between STELCO and Wärtsilä.

With over 35 years of cooperation, STELCO and Wärtsilä continue to play a central role in ensuring a stable and sustainable power supply to the people of the Maldives.