Laos-China JV power transmission company launches
Under the supervision of the Lao government, EDL-T has served as the country''s national power grid operator to invest in, construct and operate the 230kV-and-above power grids in Laos and implement grid
Hongsa Power Company Limited
To be recognized as a leading power plant in Laos that is environmentally friendly and respected by the local community. Hongsa Power Company Limited (HPC) was formed by Lao Government and the private shareholders in 2009 for
New China-Laos joint project to power up electricity distribution in
VIENTIANE, April 22 (Xinhua) — The new 500 kV and 230 kV transmission lines to be installed in Laos'' capital Vientiane, a joint project between Lao and Chinese companies, will ensure more
China-Laos JV power transmission company starts full operation in Laos
Electricite du Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), a joint venture between Yunnan International Co., Ltd. of China Southern Power Grid (CSG) and Lao state-run Electricite du
New China-Laos joint project to power up electricity distribution
VIENTIANE, April 22 (Xinhua) — The new 500 kV and 230 kV transmission lines to be installed in Laos'' capital Vientiane, a joint project between Lao and Chinese companies, will ensure more
China-Laos JV power transmission company starts full operation in
Electricite du Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), a joint venture between Yunnan International Co., Ltd. of China Southern Power Grid (CSG) and Lao state-run Electricite du
Laos Grants 25-Year Concession to Chinese Company
Laos and a majority Chinese-owned company have signed a 25-year concession agreement that allows the company to build and manage its power grid, including electricity exports to neighboring...
Chinese, Lao grid joint venture signs concession pact
According to the agreement, under the supervision of the Laotian government, the company will serve as the country''s national power grid operator to invest in, construct and operate the 230kV-and-above power grids
6 FAQs about [Gwl power group Laos]
Will EDLT invest $2 billion in Lao power grid?
“EDLT will invest U.S. $2 billion to build, manage and control the Lao power grid for a 25-year concession period. After 25 years, the business will be transferred to the Lao government,” an official of the Lao Ministry of Energy and Mines told RFA’s Lao Service on March 12.
Will China increase control of Laos' infrastructure?
Critics worry about increasing Chinese control over Laos’ infrastructure. Laos and a majority Chinese-owned company have signed a 25-year concession agreement that allows the company to build and manage its power grid, including electricity exports to neighboring countries, a government official in the country told RFA.
How will EDL-t help China and Laos?
Wang said that the cooperation project of EDL-T is a major achievement made by China and Laos in improving their interconnection and its full operation will fundamentally deepen bilateral cooperation in the power sector.
Will Laos become the 'battery of Southeast Asia'?
With dozens of hydropower dams either built or under construction on the Mekong River and its tributaries, Laos has gone all-in on its controversial economic strategy to become the “Battery of Southeast Asia” in hopes of selling electricity to neighboring countries.
What is the difference between EDLT and Électricité du Laos?
The official said that EDLT would take control of only the high-voltage power line network, in the range higher than 230 kilovolts, while Électricité du Laos retains control of powerlines under 230 kilovolts.
Who are the leaders of Chinese embassy in Laos?
Lao Minister of Energy and Mines Phoxay Sayasone, Wang Chang, the charge d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Laos, CSG Chairman Meng Zhenping, and EDL Managing Director Chanthaboun Soukaloun attended and addressed the ceremony.