Nam Ngum 5 Hydropower project has operated safely for 4,000 consecutive days

As of November 15, 2023, Nam Ngum 5 Hydropower hydropower project unit has been operating safely for 4,000 consecutive days, with a cumulative generating capacity of more than 4.5 billion KWH, providing reliable green electric energy support for Laos' electricity export and the needs of the national economy.

Nam Ngum 5 Hydropower project is the first BOT power project invested by PowerChina group in Laos, with a total installed capacity of 120MW. The power station began construction on October 1, 2008. It was officially put into commercial operation on December 2, 2012.