It is reported that General Electric has signed a number of service agreements with Sonelgaz of Algeria.

Under the deals, GE will service 51 gas turbines installed in 31 power plants across the country. The agreements include an 18 year contractual service agreement for the planned Koudiet Draouch plant, 700 kilometers east of Algiers and a 6 year maintenance program covering 48 gas turbines at 12 other Sonelgaz power generation facilities as well as providing an upgrade service for the turbines.

As part of the contractual service agreement for the Koudiet Draouch plant, GE will provide maintenance, including parts, services and repairs, at a fixed price for 16 years.