Rolls-Royce has signed agreements for the delivery of more than 500 MTU engines and systems for power generation and marine applications during the second China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai.

ROLLS-ROYCE STRENGTHENING RELATIONSHIPS WITH CHINESE PARTNERS

Five documents were signed between Rolls-Royce Power Systems and the partners Cooltech, EPG, SUMEC Machinery & Electric, Tellhow and AFAI Southern Shipyard and cover the delivery of MTU engines of Series 4000, partly manufactured by MTU Yuchai Power, the joint venture of Rolls-Royce Power Systems and the Chinese diesel engine manufacturer Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company.

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Rolls-Royce has signed agreements for the delivery of more than 500 MTU engines and systems for power generation and marine applications during the second China International Import Expo (CIIE)

500 MTU engines: marine and power generation applications

First deliveries began in the end of 2019. The agreements come on the heels of another major order from China which Rolls-Royce announced in the past week: In the biggest deal for MTU gas gensets ever, VPower has ordered more than 200 MTU Series 4000 natural gas gensets with a total power output of 430 MW.

SOME MORE MTU ENGINES COMMITTED TO CHINA, BACK IN 2018

«We are proud that our esteemed Chinese partners put their trust in our marine propulsion and power generation solutions. These agreements are a result of our efforts to grow strong partnerships in China and reflect the growing role our MTU products play in fulfilling the needs of the Chinese market», said Tobias Ostermaier, President Greater China at Rolls-Royce Power Systems.

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MTU Series 4000 engine

What is China International Import Expo

China International Import Expo is organized by the Chinese government in order to promote and facilitate import deals. It is an important part of China’s opening-up its market to international companies. The next edition will be held later on this year, from 5 to 10 November 2020 in Shanghai.

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