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* Project: Modernization of the Porąbka-Żar pumped storage power plant.
* Contractors: Consortium of Mostostal Warszawa (44.86% share) and GE Hydro France (55.14% share).
* Client: PGE Energia Odnawialna.
* Initial Contract Value: PLN 1.12 billion gross (July 22, 2022).
* Revised Contract Value: PLN 1.29 billion gross (January 2025).
* Power plant Capacity: 540 MW (second largest pumped storage plant in Poland).
* PGE Withdrawal: PGE Energia Odnawialna withdrew from the contract.
* Reasons for Withdrawal (as stated by PGE):
* Delay in implementation.
* Inability to complete the investment on time.
* Incorrect work execution and planning by the contractor.
* Design and implementation errors.
* Penalties Charged by PGE:
* PLN 4.72 million for a 28-day delay in hydro unit No.3 operation.
* PLN 105.33 million for contract withdrawal (attributed to the contractor).
* Advance Payment Requested for Return: PLN 151.59 million.
* Mostostal Warszawa’s Response: Currently analyzing the legal basis for PGE’s withdrawal, claiming the circumstances are beyond their control.
* Event: A debate on the Polish economy will take place on February 9, 2026, in Warsaw. (Promoted via a banner)
