Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has received an order for two sets of supercritical-pressure* coal-fired boiler (pressure-containing parts) and steam turbine/generator from Jaiprakash Power Ventures Limited (JPVL) of India. The equipment will be delivered for the power generation plant Units 1 and 2, at 660 megawatts (MW) each, to be constructed by JPVL in Nigrie, in Madhya Pradesh state, as part of a project aimed at easing electricity shortages associated with the region’s robust economic growth. Delivery of both sets is slated for the fiscal year ending March 2012.

The boiler order was coordinated by L&T MHI Boilers Private Limited (LMBPL), a boiler manufacturing joint venture between MHI and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T). The steam turbine/generator (STG) order was coordinated by L&T, which outsources the set from L&T MHI Turbine Generators Private Limited (LMTGPL), a turbine manufacturing JV between MHI & L&T. L&T is a high-technology driven engineering and construction organization and one of the largest companies in India’s private sector. LMBPL and LMTGPL, which were established in April and December 2007, respectively, operate under technology licensing from MHI.

Specifically MHI will supply core boiler components to LMBPL, and LMBPL will undertake boiler assembly – the first boiler to be produced by the company – for delivery to JPVL. For the STG sets, MHI and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will manufacture and supply core components to LMTGPL, and LMTGPL will undertake assembly and delivery of the sets to L&T.

JPVL, is a power project implementing agency of Jaypee Group, an infrastructure conglomerate with annual turnover of USD 1.3 billion, and has a formidable presence in engineering & construction along with interests in power, cement, hospitality, real estate, expressways and education. JPVL is in the process of setting up this project in addition to other thermal and hydro projects and is poised to be 5,000 MW power entity by 2012.

Supercritical-pressure coal-fired power generation uses higher steam temperatures and pressures than subcritical-pressure power generation, and is more fuel-efficient and friendlier to the environment. By reducing coal consumption relative to power output, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions can be reduced. However, supercritical type generation requires more sophisticated technology in equipment design to withstand the high temperature and pressure levels, and machining of high-strength component materials is more difficult. MHI has vast experience with these systems, having already delivered many units in Japan and abroad.

Thanks to the success of its economic deregulation policy introduced during the 1990’s, India achieved over 9% economic growth for three straight years from fiscal 2005 through 2007. The country continues its strong growth despite the global economic crisis, maintaining a high growth rate of 6.7% in fiscal 2008. Along with economic development, India’s gap between electricity supply and demand has become increasingly serious. To cope with this energy supply issue, many large-scale coal-fired power plant construction projects are under way in various regions of the country.

MHI has been responding to India’s energy situation through its aforementioned local JVs and through aggressive marketing activities in the country together with L&T. On the momentum gained through receipt of the latest order, going forward MHI will further strengthen its activities to develop the market for highly efficient supercritical-pressure steam turbines and boilers in India, where many projects to construct thermal power generation plants are planned. In this way, the company looks to contribute to the global effort to combat environmental issues.

Source: http://www.mhi.co.jp/en/news/story/1001121330.html

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Japan exported 57,544 used vehicles in July 2009. Major destinations for Japan’s exports of used vehicles like, cars, sedan, suv, muv, sports cars, hatchback, wagon, coupe, open top, convertibles, vans, pickups, minitrucks, buses to top 10 major countries Chile, UAE, Russia, South Africa, New Zealand, Kenya, Bangladesh, Phillippines, Thailand & Malaysia in July 2009. Please see below table with number of vehicles by country.

Russia was top importers among all earlier but due to 200% import high duty export falls sharply. Import duties introduced in January 2009 for a period of nine months. After nine months, now the government has extended same high import duties for another nine months upto July 2010.

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As announced in our previous notice dated August 8, 2009, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) at the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) issued an Initial Determination (ID) that importation of 2.4 MW (megawatt) wind turbines manufactured by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) violated Section 337 of the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930. Subsequently both MHI and General Electric filed a petition for review of the ID by the USITC. On January 8 (U.S. local time), the USITC issued a notice of Termination of Investigation with Final Determination of No Violation (Notice).

1. Background

   February 27, 2008:
   General Electric Company (GE) filed a complaint with the USITC alleging that MHI’s 2.4 MW variable-speed wind turbines infringed two patents owned by GE and thus violated Section 337 of the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930. GE later amended its complaint to allege infringement of a third patent also owned by the company. The complaint named MHI; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA)*1; and Mitsubishi Power Systems Americas, Inc. (MPSA)*2 as the respondents of the investigation.

   August 7, 2009:
   The USITC ALJ issued an ID finding MHI’s wind turbines in question infringed all three GE patents and violated Section 337 with regard to two patents. No violation of Section 337 was ruled concerning the remaining patent because GE has not actually used the patent in the U.S.

   October 8, 2009:
   The USITC determined to review the ID by the ALJ.

   January 8, 2010:
   The USITC issued the Notice.

2. Final Determination by the USITC
   The USITC determined to terminate the investigation with a final determination of no violation.
3. Future Perspective on This Matter
   MHI is pleased with the Notice and will continue to import its MHI’s 2.4 MW variable-speed wind turbines into the United States

Source: http://www.mhi.co.jp/en/news/story/notice_100109.html

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced today that it has received an order for two steam turbine generators with rated outputs of 24.2 MW from Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd in Korea. The steam turbine generators are scheduled to be delivered to Hyundai’s Yeosu Cogeneration Plant in 2011.

The steam turbines will be used in a cogeneration plant to be constructed by Hyundai Engineering & Construction in the Yeosu National Industrial Complex. The cogeneration plant will supply electricity and steam. Steam generated from the cogeneration plant’s coal-fired boiler will be used as process steam for the industrial complex and electricity generated via the steam turbine will be sold to KPX (Korea Power Exchange).

Since the launch of its first industrial steam turbine in 1956, Kawasaki has supplied over 330 steam turbine units including 34 units shipped to Korea. This latest order is a testament to Kawasaki’s outstanding reliability, driven by the superior performance and lifecycle cost of Kawasaki steam turbines, excellent post-sale services and support as well as a proven track record.

Kawasaki is continuing to expand sales of its highly efficient power generation systems boasting a smaller environmental impact as it moves forward to bring its energy and environmental business to new heights.

Source: http://www.khi.co.jp/ba/2010data/ba_c3100107_1.html

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Hino Australia has welcomed two experienced truck professionals and their Wagga Wagga dealership into the Hino fold.

Country brothers and joint dealer principals of Wagga Trucks Hino, Matthew and Bryce Shaw, have expanded their used truck business in rural New South Wales to encompass sales of new Hino vehicles.

The dealership’s sales, service and parts operations provide full support for Hino customers based in the area, and travelling through.

Wagga Trucks Hino boasts modern facilities and a NSW Heavy Vehicle Road Inspection Station.

“Our long standing in the town, industry knowledge and specialist Hino training for our service technicians makes Wagga Trucks Hino an obvious stop for those in the region,” said Matthew Shaw.

“We feel the new partnership with Hino Australia is of great benefit to our business and we’re proud to be aligned with the well-known and respected Hino name.”

President of Hino Australia, Steve Lotter, said the Shaw brothers’ valuable experience, combined with the modern facilities and technical expertise, mean Wagga Trucks Hino can comprehensively support the Hino truck and bus operators in the Wagga region.

Located roughly halfway between Sydney and Melbourne, Wagga Wagga is one of the largest inland cities of regional Australia and is a transport hub central to many major highways.

Positioned on Hammond Ave – a continuation of Sturt Highway on the Easterly approach to Wagga Wagga, NSW – the new Hino dealership is instantly visible from the road and an easy service pit stop for those heading in or out of town.

Source: http://www.hino.com.au/News_LatestRelease.aspx?TabID=6&newsTabID=1

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10th Auto Expo 2010 was started from 5th January and will be held till 11th January, 2010

Auto Expo 2010 is considered as the India’s biggest and most important exhibition showcasing automobiles and automotive components. This year more than 2 million visitors was expected at Auto Expo. Further more than 10 new vehicles will be launched this year. This exposition is one of the best platform for the international autombile industry.

Many international companies are taking these event a best place to provide exposure for their latest models. Auto Expo is a gateway to the Indian automobile market.

Around 1,40,000 square meters area will be divided in 18 halls and hangers. Halls 1,3,18 and hangers are displaying auto components, accessories and garage equipments. Halls 2-12, 14 and 15 will display cars, utility vehicles, commercial vehicles, buses, trucks, two-wheelers and three-wheelers.

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