Valmet delivers major pressure part replacement for Eneco’s biomass plant in the Netherlands to increase reliability

“Maintaining high availability is critical for reliable baseload steam supply to our customers. Lifecycle replacements like this secondary superheater are key to securing reliable performance both now and in the future. Our long-standing partnership with Valmet ensures that upgrades are planned and executed proactively, minimizing risks to production. We value Valmet’s technical expertise and strong understanding of our plant, which supports efficient execution and our long-term performance targets,” says Tom Schepers, Head of Industrials at Eneco.

The CFB boiler was originally delivered by Valmet in 2013. The combined heat and power plant uses recycled wood as fuel to produce renewable electricity for the local community and steam for an industrial plant.

“Eneco’s Bio Golden Raand plant is a great example of how efficient and sustainable energy production can be achieved with demanding fuels through continuous development. The secondary superheater replacement is a key lifecycle investment that helps to ensure high availability and reliable production. By combining our service expertise with the plant’s operational knowledge, we deliver solutions that minimize downtime and support stable and efficient performance,” says Oliver Sarelin, Sales Manager, EMEA, Pulp, Energy and Circularity, Valmet.

The order is included in Valmet’s orders received for the second quarter of 2026. The value of the order is not disclosed. The delivery and installation will take place in March 2027.

One-to-one replacement enables seamless boiler integration

The delivery includes a turn-key replacement of the CFB boiler’s secondary superheater, covering engineering, manufacturing, and installation. The new superheater is designed as a one-to-one replacement, enabling seamless integration with the existing boiler and minimizing installation time during the planned outage. The scope also includes installation by Valmet’s own service team, supporting efficient execution and high quality.

About the customer Eneco

Eneco is a Dutch energy company operating the Bio Golden Raand biomass plant in Delfzijl, the Netherlands. The plant produces steam and electricity for industrial use and is characterized by high availability requirements, typically operating for around 8,000 hours per year. Valmet and Eneco have a long-term service agreement and continuous partnership focused on maintaining reliable and efficient plant performance.