Egypt And Saudi Arabia To Launch 3,000 Megawatt Electricity Linkage By Fall 2025

The Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy announced on Tuesday plans to commence operation of the long-awaited electricity linkage between Egypt and Saudi Arabia in Fall 2025. This ambitious project marks a significant milestone in regional energy cooperation, aiming to enhance electricity supply stability and capacity across borders.

Key Details of the Project:

• Capacity and Phases: The initial phase will feature a capacity of 3,000 megawatts. This will be achieved through the installation of three electrical transmission plants strategically located in Saudi Arabia’s Medina and Tabouk regions, as well as Egypt’s Badr City. The connection will be facilitated by overhead power lines stretching over a total distance of 1,350 kilometers, supplemented by submarine cables.
• Consortium Involvement: The project is being implemented by a consortium comprising three global companies, leveraging their expertise in electrical transmission infrastructure.

Previous Developments and Future Plans:

Former Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mohamed Shaker, highlighted previous advancements and upcoming plans in regional electricity linkages:

• Libya Linkage: Efforts are underway to increase the electricity output with Libya from 150 megawatts to 2,000 megawatts. Earlier upgrades raised the capacity from 100 megawatts to 150 megawatts in January 2023, alongside increasing the line’s capacity from 220 kilovolts to 500 kilovolts.
• Jordan Linkage: Studies are progressing to boost the electricity linkage with Jordan from 450 megawatts to 1,100 megawatts, supported by enhancing the line capacity to 400 kilovolts.

Strategic Goals:

Minister Shaker emphasized that these electricity linkage projects are pivotal in positioning Egypt as a central energy hub connecting Africa, Europe, and the Arab Gulf. Future studies are exploring opportunities for electricity linkage with African nations, leveraging their substantial hydropower resources.

The forthcoming Egypt-Saudi Arabia electricity linkage not only underscores regional energy integration efforts but also signifies a step towards sustainable energy cooperation aimed at meeting growing electricity demands and fostering economic development across borders.