The contract requires B&W PGG to engineer and deliver four spray dry absorber systems, two pulse jet fabric filters, a lime preparation system, ash recycle systems and related equipment for Columbia unit 1 and unit 2.

The erection and installation of the environmental equipment will be carried out by Babcock & Wilcox Construction, a subsidiary of B&W PGG.

Engineering work for the project is currently underway, with construction to commence in October this year.

B&W PGG is a subsidiary of US-based Babcock & Wilcox Company, which is engaged in clean energy technology and services, primarily for the nuclear, fossil and renewable power markets, as well as an dvanced technology and mission critical defense contractor.