The Nachtigal Hydropower Plant (420 MW) in Cameroon has been completed by ATB Riva Calzoni. The plant will generate 2.9 TWh per year, covering 30 percent of the country’s energy demand.
ATB Riva Calzoni has been selected as a subcontractor by the consortium BESIX, NGE-BTP, SGTM, and has successfully completed the supply and installation of the full package of hydromechanical equipment, which includes:
- seven steel penstocks (diameter 5.6 m)
- spillway radial gates and stoplogs (17 m x 10.7 m dimension)
- gates and stoplogs for the power intake
- draft tube stoplogs
Key characteristics of the project:
- Final client: Nachtigal Hydro Power Company (major shareholder: EDF)
- installed capacity: 420 MW
- expected annual generation: 2.9 TWh
- share of national energy demand covered: approximately 30 percent
A milestone for Cameroon’s sustainability
The Nachtigal plant is not only a large-scale infrastructure project but also a driver of sustainable growth. With nearly 3 TWh of clean energy produced each year, the plant will:
- strengthen Cameroon’s energy self-sufficiency
- promote economic and social development in surrounding regions
- reduce CO₂ emissions through renewable energy
The value of ATB Riva Calzoni’s excellence
This achievement underlines our expertise in turnkey hydromechanical solutions. From design and manufacturing to installation and commissioning, our team ensured technical rigor, safety, and on-time delivery.
The completion of the Nachtigal project is a proud moment for all of us: a concrete example of how expertise, international collaboration, and cutting-edge technology can turn infrastructure challenges into long-term growth opportunities.
We thank all the partners and professionals who contributed to reaching this important milestone. We remain committed to driving forward innovative projects that foster sustainable development and the well-being of local communities.
