23 September 2011
Zakhidenergo (UX: ZAEN UK, HOLD) completed the first stage of modernization at the Burshtin TPP open distribution units at a total cost of UAH 80 mln, increasing its distribution capacity to 650 MW, the company reported yesterday. It was also reported that the distribution capacity would not be entirely utilized by the end of 2012 due to modernization of #5 and #7 power generating units. The total export potential of Burshtin TPP to the European Union amounts to 550 MW in winter and 500 MW in summer.