The move is aligned with the country’s PDP8.
The O Mon 4 facility, with a design capacity of 1,155MW, is being developed by the Vietnam National Industry-Energy Group (Petrovietnam). The project is part of the Block B – O Mon gas-to-power chain, recognized as a national priority to strengthen Vietnam’s energy security. The engineering, procurement, and construction contract has been awarded to a consortium comprising South Korea’s Doosan Enerbility and Vietnam’s Power Engineering Consulting Joint Stock Company 2.
The contract with Mitsubishi Power, finalized in August 2025, also includes the supply of auxiliary systems. The groundbreaking ceremony, held in late August in Can Tho, South Vietnam, marked the official start of construction, with completion scheduled for 2028. Once operational, O Mon 4 will provide stable electricity for the Mekong Delta region and increase Petrovietnam’s installed generation capacity to over 9.3GW, accounting for about 10% of Vietnam’s total power system.
Mitsubishi Power highlighted that the M701JAC gas turbines deliver more than 64% combined cycle efficiency and have accumulated over three million operational hours worldwide, showcasing both performance and reliability. The company stated that the project demonstrates its support for Vietnam’s Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8), which emphasizes energy diversification, reduced dependence on coal, and expanded use of natural gas and renewable sources. The initiative also aligns with Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Mitsubishi Power Asia-Pacific CEO and managing director Akihiro Ondo said: “The O Mon 4 project marks a milestone in Vietnam’s energy journey, and we are honoured to contribute our state-of-the-art JAC gas turbines to this key power plant. Building on our proven track record across Asia, we are committed to delivering world-class reliability and performance for O Mon 4, working together with our partners.”
The O Mon 4 project reflects broader efforts to modernize Vietnam’s power infrastructure and ensure a sustainable energy mix for long-term growth. By leveraging advanced turbine technology and international cooperation, the project is expected to contribute significantly to the country’s energy transition.
Beyond Vietnam, Mitsubishi Power continues to expand its role in Asia’s power sector. The company recently secured a contract to provide gas turbine technology for a combined cycle power plant at the Tung Hsiao Power Plant in Taiwan. With a planned total capacity of 2.8GW, the Taiwanese project will be carried out in collaboration with CTCI Corporation, a local engineering and construction firm.
These developments highlight Mitsubishi Power’s regional engagement and its strategy to support the adoption of cleaner and more efficient power generation technologies across Asia.
