Sharjah: The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has successfully completed over 19 strategic energy transmission projects aimed at enhancing the stability and efficiency of the electrical grid in 2024. This initiative is part of SEWA's ongoing efforts to improve the energy infrastructure and ensure high-quality services that meet future demands.
According to Emirates News Agency, Hamad Al-Taniji, Director of the Energy Transmission Department, highlighted that the projects completed this year have significantly contributed to the development of electrical grid infrastructure. These efforts are aligned with SEWA's commitment to achieving excellence and innovation in energy transmission while ensuring the reliability of the electrical network in line with future advancements.
The executed projects include the 220 kV Airport Station, the dynamic development project at Al-Tay Station, and initiatives at Wasit, Al-Shanouf, and Al-Ghubayba stations to improve electrical transmission efficiency. Additionally, upgrades and modernization of transformers at several main stations were carried out to ensure operational stability.
Partial discharge detection systems (GIS PD) were installed at the Sports Centre Station and Al-Liyah 132 kV Station, enhancing the reliability of the electrical system. Furthermore, a project to lower overhead lines in Al-Ma'ahid, Al-Hoshi, and Al-Tay areas was implemented to support the Union Train project, promoting sustainable transportation.
Abdullah Al-Kous, Deputy Director of the Energy Transmission Department, stated that several energy transmission stations, including Al-Jadah - 3 (33/11 kV), Souq Haraj - 2 (33/11 kV), and Al-Madina - 3 (33/11 kV), are now operational, supplying the Al-Milihah Dairy Project and nearby areas. Network modifications in the Al-Milihah area and other stations like Al-Rahmaniyah - 4 (33/11 kV) and Al-Falah - 1 (33/11 kV) were also completed to enhance connectivity.
The authority completed the project to connect the Al-Hawel Emirates building using an advanced connection system (33/0.415 kV), which improved electrical protection systems and adjusted transmission and distribution systems for higher efficiency and reliability.
Abdullah Al-Kous further noted that SEWA's energy transmission plan for 2025 focuses on strategic objectives such as expanding previous successes, leveraging acquired expertise, integrating the latest technologies, and fostering team collaboration to ensure effective project execution.
Additionally, the temporary station for the Al-Qutayna area (33/11 kV) will become operational, further enhancing the region's energy infrastructure.