Imabetsu
converter station
Existing route:
600 MW
*Facilities owned by J-Power
Seikan Tunnel
Substation Converter station
New route: 300 MW
Hokuto
converter station
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The Ishikariwan Shinko Thermal Power Station
fueled by LNG is being constructed as part of
HEPCO’
s efforts to address aging at existing
thermal power stations, diversify fuel types, and
secure a stable power supply for the future. We
will steadily proceed with construction, aiming
to start commercial operation of the first unit in
February 2019.
The Ishikariwan Shinko Thermal Power Station under construction (May 2017)
LNG procurement
HEPCO has concluded Sales
and Purchase Agreement
with both Kansai Electric
Power and Malaysia LNG for
the procurement of LNG. The
first LNG cargo is planned to
be received after April 2018.
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Overview of the Ishikariwan Shinko Thermal
Power Station
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Routes
Reinforcement of the Hokkaido-Honshu (Kitahon) HVDC Link
In order to secure a more reliable power supply in Hokkaido, HEPCO is aiming to increase the capacity of
the Kitahon HVDC Link connecting Hokkaido and Honshu (currently 600 MW) by adding a new 300-MW
route. We will steadily proceed with work towards the commencement of operations in March 2019.
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Features of the Ishikariwan Shinko Thermal
Power Station
Combined cycle power generation system which involves a combination
of gas and steam turbines High power generating efficiency
Outstanding environmental performance
Construction of Power Generation Facilities with an
Eye to the Future
*Date of Construction plan submitted in line with the Electricity Business Act Location Zenibako, Otaru City
Natural gas
Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3
Output (1,708.2 MW) 569.4 MW 569.4 MW 569.4 MW
Construction Work Starting*
August 2015 March 2023 (scheduled) March 2027 (scheduled)
Commencement of Commercial
Operation (scheduled)
February 2019 December 2026 December 2030
Vendor
Main Supply Source Contract Period Contracted Quantity
Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc
Multiple LNG procured by Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc
10 years from April 1, 2018
Up to 3 vessels/year (about 200,000 t)
Malaysia LNG
LNG produced by Malaysia LNG
Up to 2 vessels/year (about 130,000 t) Types of Fuel
*Facilities owned by HEPCO
Signing ceremony with Kansai Electric Power
Hokuto converter station under construction (June 2017)
Construction of the Ishikariwan Shinko Thermal Power Station
Able to respond immediately to the ever-changing demand
for electricity Low CO2 emissions during
power generation
