Kangal Thermal Power Plant halts electricity production

Electricity production has reportedly come to a complete standstill at the Kangal Thermal Power Plant in the Kangal district of Sivas, Turkey. The facility is operated by Konya Şeker, a subsidiary of TORKU.

Reports indicate that the shutdown is due to difficulties in coal procurement. Allegations suggest the operator has struggled to meet coal costs, leading to a total cessation of supply. As a result of the production halt, approximately one thousand workers have reportedly been placed on paid or unpaid leave.

The plant, which has an annual electricity production capacity of 1,908,229 MWh, was privatized and transferred to Konya Şeker in February 2013. Previous attempts to sell the facility were unsuccessful. The plant has faced operational challenges in the past, including a production halt in 2020 due to issues with chimney filters.