Singapore (VNA), May 2 -- Singapore plans to build two "fast-start" power-generating units to boost the reliability of its electricity system .

In a recent press release, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore said the units will provide 100 MW of fast start generation capacity by the second quarter of 2025.

EMA awarded the right to build, own, and operate the two units to PacificLight Power (PLP).

This follows a request for proposal called by the Energy Market Company, on behalf of EMA, in December 2023 to ensure that Singapore continues to enjoy uninterrupted power supply when unexpected events occur in the domestic power system, EMA said.

According to PacificLight Power CEO Yu Tat Ming, the new units, which can be brought f...