Month: March 2025

Value Leadership! Hi-MO 9’s power generation demonstration in Hainan achieves a gain of over 30%

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Longi-Project

Recently, the authoritative domestic third-party certification body, China Central Certification (hereafter referred to as “Certification Center”), released a report on the Hi-MO 9 module Hainan demonstration project. ■ Hi-MO 9 Module Hainan Demonstration Project Data indicates that the Hi-MO 9 module, utilizing the second generation BC technology, substantially outperforms TOPCon modules in three key aspects: normal outdoor power generation, partial shading power generation, and post shading power generation. The cumulative per-kilowatt power generation gains were 0.75%, 32.62%, and 11.34%, respectively, demonstrating exceptional overall power generation performance. The LONGi Hainan demonstration…

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PPL’s Sui Field Operations Under Threat Again Amid Union Protest

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New-PPL

ISLAMABAD: The operations of Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) at the Sui gas field are once again under threat as the employees’ union has disrupted activities, demanding recruitment under the abolished son quota scheme. Despite a Supreme Court ruling that declared the practice unconstitutional, the union is pressuring the management to comply with their demands. According to sources, local PPL management staff have been detained and held hostage in their offices by the CBA union and non-management technical employees. Additionally, they have blocked field staff from boarding chartered flights, further escalating…

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PESCO, KPK Govt in Talks to Curb Load Shedding, Boost Revenue

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Power-sector

ISLAMABAD: The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) government are negotiating a contract aimed at increasing revenue and reducing load shedding, particularly in high-loss areas. According to sources, the proposed agreement seeks to improve power supply to feeders experiencing over 20% losses by enhancing recovery rates and curbing electricity theft. PESCO currently suffers annual losses of approximately Rs 130 billion, significantly contributing to the power sector’s circular debt. Discussions began following a February 17, 2025, meeting between KPK Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PESCO Board…

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PSOCL’s Outstanding Dues from PIA Surge to Rs 28.88 Billion

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PSO-PIA

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Energy (Petroleum Division) Ali Pervaiz Malik has revealed that Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSOCL) is owed Rs 28.88 billion by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for jet fuel supplies as of February 28, 2025. This includes Rs 14.29 billion in principal dues and Rs 14.59 billion in late payment surcharges. In a written response to the National Assembly, the minister stated that PIA’s ongoing financial struggles have hindered its ability to meet payment obligations. He assured that PSO is actively pursuing the airline for an early resolution…

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KE Requests Rs 4.84 Per Unit Negative FCA Adjustment for January

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NEPRA-KE

ISLAMABAD: K-Electric (KE) has submitted a request for a negative Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) of Rs 4.84 per unit for January 2025, which would provide financial relief of Rs 4.695 billion to its consumers. Additionally, KE is seeking approval to adjust Rs 13.5 billion in pending fuel cost variations from previous months. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) will hold a public hearing on March 20, 2025, to review the request. In its submission, KE explained that following the approval of its Generation Tariff post-June 2023, it had submitted…

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