Hanoi, April 13 -- Unit 1 of Quang Trach 1 Thermal Power Plant in the central province of Quang Tri was successfully connected to the national grid for the first time on April 12, marking a key milestone towards commercial power generation in May and helping to ease supply pressure during the upcoming peak summer period, according to Vietnam Electricity (EVN).

The grid connection forms part of the commissioning process, which involves testing, calibration and validation of the plant's systems and equipment ahead of official operation. During this stage, the unit was synchronised with the national grid, with its turbine, generator and control systems undergoing technical checks in line with standard procedures.

Initial results indicated ...