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Egypt to relaunch tender for 2,100 MW pumped storage hydropower project
Egypt is set to reissue the tender for a 2,100-megawatt (MW) pumped storage hydroelectric plant at Ataka Mountain after the initially selected developer, China’s state-owned Sinohydro, was unable to secure financing, according to a report by Asharq Business, citing an unnamed government official.
Nama unveils $116.8 million sewage network project in Oman
Nama Dhofar Services Company, the provider of electricity, water, and wastewater services in the Dhofar region, has launched a major sewage network project in Salalah, valued at approximately RO45 million ($116.8 million), reports Zawya.
Saudi Arabia launches water and sanitation projects worth USD 1.2 billion
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz, Emir of Jazan region, has inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 73 environmental, water, and agricultural…
SWPC hosts pre-bid conference for Arana and Hadda ISTP Projects
The Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) successfully organized the pre-bid conference for the Arana and Hadda Independent Sewage Treatment Plant (ISTP) projects in Jeddah.
VA Tech Wabag secures $14 million industrial wastewater contract in Bahrain
VA Tech Wabag (WABAG) has secured a $14 million (Rs 121 crore) contract from BAPCO Refining B.S.C (BAPCO) for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) in Bahrain, reports the Business Standard.
World Bank approves $100 million credit to increase access to drinking water in Mali
The World Bank has approved a $100 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) to help Mali increase access to drinking water and improve the conservation of water sources in beneficiary cities.
Looking at algal blooms in Kenya’s Lake Victoria for what may come for Lake Erie
To try to understand how harmful algal blooms might evolve in Lake Erie in a warming climate, University of Michigan scientists helped conduct a survey of cyanobacteria in a gulf of Kenya’s Lake Victoria.
Bahrain approves $80 million funding shift for Al Dur Project expansion
MPs have unanimously approved new funding provisions amounting to $80 million for the Al Dur Independent Water and Power Project in Bahrain, reports Zawya.
Kuwait’s Umm Al-Hayman Wastewater Treatment Plant to be fully operational by June
The Umm Al-Hayman wastewater treatment plant, a flagship project of Kuwait's Ministry of Public Works, is set to commence full operations by June 2025, informs the Arab Times.
Israel leads the way in water conservation with smart meter revolution
A groundbreaking transformation in Israel's water metering system is nearing completion, as the installation of two million smart water meters across the nation progresses rapidly, reports The Jerusalem Post.
SUEZ and Angola partner to enhance Luanda’s water services
During the official visit of Angola's President, João Lourenço, to Paris, SUEZ signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Angolan authorities to enhance collaboration in the water sector.
World Bank approves $258 million financing to improve water supply services in Lebanon
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a US$257.8 million financing to improve water supply services in the Greater Beirut and Mount Lebanon area.
Abu Dhabi DoE and Aldar partner to advance energy and water sustainability
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aldar to strengthen collaborative efforts in energy and water efficiency, sustainability and the preservation of resources for the benefit of future generations.
EtihadWE launches $126.6 million water infrastructure projects
Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), RAK Municipality, and RAK Public Services Department, announced a series of groundbreaking sustainability projects at the World Future Energy Summit (WFES), reports Zawya.
French-led group signs $5B desalination deal for Jordan’s largest infrastructure project
Jordan, one of the most arid countries in the world, has signed an agreement with French-led investors to construct a major desalination plant, touted as one of the largest globally, reports The New Arab.
DEWA and Khalifa University: Advancing water desalination technologies
The Research and Development Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised an intensive workshop in collaboration with Khalifa University of Science and Technology.
GS Inima and partners achieve financial close for Oman’s Ghubrah III desalination plant
An estimated USD 370 million of project finance investment has been secured to complete the construction of the Ghubrah III Desalination Plant.
Arab Energy Fund consortium finalizes acquisition of Metito Utilities
The acquisition supports TAEF’s leadership in the fields of sustainable water solutions and energy infrastructure.
Dorsch secures $213 million contract for NWC’s water projects
Dorsch Global, a leading international consulting and engineering firm, has been awarded a key supervision engineering consultancy contract by the National Water Company (NWC) of Saudi Arabia, according to a press release.
Saudi Arabia’s National Water Company will implement water supply projects worth $426 million
The National Water Company (NWC), represented by the Western Cluster, announced that it has started implementing water supply projects in the holy city of Makkah at a cost of more than 1.6 billion Saudi Riyals (about $426 million).