Fermi announces first Siemens turbines arrive at Port of Houston
Fermi Inc. announced the arrival of three Siemens Energy SGT6-5000F turbines at the Port of Houston for Project Matador. The 780 megawatt units will support the second phase of the 1.5 gigawatt advanced energy campus. Partnerships with TSK and Primoris Services Corporation are driving construction forward.
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Fermi Inc. (NASDAQ: FRMI)(LSE: FRMI), operating as Fermi America, announced the arrival of three Siemens Energy SGT6-5000F natural gas turbines at the Port of Houston. The equipment is destined for Project Matador, an advanced energy and AI campus near Amarillo, Texas. The turbines are rated at up to 780 megawatts in simple-cycle mode and are expected to form the backbone of the second phase of the power buildout. This delivery marks one of the largest single power-equipment moves for the project to date.
The company recently selected TSK, a power-focused EPC firm, for early works on phase-two turbines and engaged Primoris Services Corporation for balance of plant construction on six SGT-800 turbines in phase one. Jacobo Ortiz, Co-President of Fermi America, stated that the execution aligns with the company's strategic plan to extend its speed-to-power advantage. The turbines will travel from Houston to the Project Matador site, where preparation is underway.
Project Matador Specifications
Fermi America is developing the site on 7,570 acres secured or under long-term lease in the Texas Panhandle. The project has seen more than $1.4 billion invested in site buildout to date. It is designed to address power constraints in AI infrastructure by providing large-scale, reliable power. Subject to binding tenant agreements, the project is expected to ramp to approximately 1.5 gigawatts through 2027.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Amarillo, Texas |
| Total Acreage | 7,570 acres |
| Investment to Date | More than $1.4 billion |
| Expected Capacity | Approximately 1.5 gigawatts |
| Phase Two Turbines | 3 x Siemens Energy SGT6-5000F |
| Phase Two Rating | Up to 780 megawatts |
Turbine Capabilities
Each SGT6-5000F turbine is rated at up to 260 megawatts in simple-cycle mode. The units can ramp at up to 40 megawatts per minute, reaching full speed in as little as five minutes. The model features a global fleet reliability near 99% in the 60-hertz market. The technology is suited for the flexible, high-availability power supply required by AI and advanced computing sectors.
What is the timeline for securing binding tenant agreements to support the projected 1.5 gigawatt ramp-up by 2027?
How will the rapid ramping capabilities of the SGT6-5000F turbines impact the operational costs for AI data center tenants compared to traditional baseload power?
Are there plans to expand beyond natural gas to incorporate renewable energy sources or battery storage at Project Matador?
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