Jereh Launches Saturn™, a More Efficient Power Generation Solution

Yantai, China (ANTARA/PRNewswire) – Jereh officially launched its Jereh Saturn Modular Gas Gensets on 28 October at Jereh Equipment Manufacturing Industrial Park. The event, titled “Jereh Saturn™ Launch”, was attended by a delegation led by Hanyang Li, Party Secretary and Chairman of Yuchai Group. The modular gas generator units are assembled in advance at the factory before being installed on site. The first units came off the production line on launch day, with the aim of accelerating electricity supply to oil and gas fields and industrial areas.

In his remarks, Zhiyong Li, Chairman of Jereh Group, welcomed the guests and thanked them for their support. He said global demand for electricity continued to rise. However, conventional gas-fired power plants with permanent construction require long build times, making it difficult for them to keep pace with rapidly changing electricity needs.

Jereh and Yuchai combined their respective strengths to develop the product. Yuchai supplies the high-performance engines, while Jereh is responsible for equipment integration, intelligent control systems and global after-sales service. Saturn is one of the pillars of Jereh’s Gas-to-Power strategy. Drawing on its experience in oil and gas field development and high-tech equipment manufacturing, Jereh now offers an integrated solution covering the entire value chain, from gas processing and pressurisation to clean power generation and intelligent control systems.

Hanyang Li praised Jereh’s technical capabilities and manufacturing strengths. He said the trust built between the two companies over many years of power equipment development and power generation technology applications made Saturn an important milestone in their strategic partnership. The companies will expand their collaboration in applications development, markets and services to create new value.

Saturn is built around several key design principles, including standard modular configurations mounted on skids or trailers, the ability to operate independently or connect multiple units in an intelligent parallel system, and compatibility with 50 Hz and 60 Hz power grids. Large-scale power generation systems can be assembled from these standard modules. This approach allows capacity to be expanded as needed, shortens commissioning time and can optimise the equipment’s total lifecycle costs.

Unlike best-case performance figures achieved only under specific conditions, which are often used as industry benchmarks, all performance metrics for the Saturn series are based on clearly defined test limits and reproducible measurement data. The product’s power capacity is specified according to the ISO 8528 COP (Continuous Operating Power) standard. This means the stated output is the load the unit can supply continuously and reliably over the long term. Saturn offers five key measurable advantages:

No on-site assembly

All system assembly, testing and commissioning, calibration and full-load verification are completed at the factory. Once delivered to site, users only need to connect the gas supply, cooling water and electricity. Installation requires no civil construction, repeat testing or additional equipment. The process cuts installation time by up to 70%.

One module, flexible capacity to match demand

Thanks to its standardised modular architecture, the units can operate independently or in an intelligent parallel system. Customers can start with one module and add units as their business grows. This allows investment to be matched to operational needs and business growth without requiring a large upfront outlay.

Stable within two seconds

When paired with the Jereh Energy Cabin, the generator can maintain voltage and frequency stability at performance exceeding the ISO 8528-5 G2 requirements when subjected to a sudden 70% load change. The system can also return to a stable state in less than two seconds, delivering what the company describes as an industry-leading transient response.

Lower costs, faster installation and less labour

Using associated gas from oil production to generate electricity can produce up to 3.9 kWh/Nm³. Meanwhile, the levelised cost of gas-fired electricity is RMB 0.45–0.60 per kWh, 60%–70% lower than the cost of diesel-generated power.

1,400 kW, ready to operate on arrival at the project site

The SATURN C4 is equipped with four large-capacity engines, each with a displacement of 19.6 litres. The unit delivers 1,400 kW of continuous power, with a maximum output of 1,540 kW. This additional capacity provides headroom for sustained loads and surges. Customers therefore do not have to pay for a gap between the rated power stated in the specifications and the capacity that can actually be relied upon in operation.

The Saturn launch marks a significant breakthrough for Jereh’s power equipment business. The company will continue to develop three strategic business areas: power supply for data centres, industrial energy and new power systems. Through ongoing innovation, product improvement and stronger project engineering capabilities, Jereh aims to accelerate the global deployment of large-scale, intelligent clean power generation equipment. The company also pledged to work with partners worldwide to build reliable and intelligent energy infrastructure.