The Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority announced the start of the implementation of a direct interconnection project between its network and that of the Sultanate of Oman, a strategic step reflecting the development of the Gulf integration path in the energy sector and the strengthening of regional infrastructure.
Mohsen Al Hadrami, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the Gulf Power Interconnection Authority Board, confirmed that the direct power interconnection project with the Sultanate is not just a technical expansion of the power grid, but rather an extension of the long-term strategic vision established by the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries when they approved the Gulf Power Interconnection project as one of the pillars of Gulf infrastructure integration. It is based on their belief that energy security constitutes the fundamental basis for national stability, economic growth and development sustainability.
He noted that the Gulf Electricity Interconnection has proven to be one of the most successful models of joint Gulf action for over 25 years. This will contribute to improving power grid reliability and achieving significant economic savings for GCC countries, it said, adding that the direct connectivity project with the Sultanate of Oman will strengthen the depth of the Gulf network, increase operational flexibility and embody an advanced model of Gulf partnership in financing critical infrastructure projects.
Ahmed bin Ali Al Ibrahim, CEO and Engineer of the Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority, explained that the project is one of the largest expansion projects in the authority’s history and aims to strengthen the Gulf network’s ability to meet the rapid increase in electricity demand, given the internal network expansion, significant changes in electricity loads and increased power generation that the GCC countries are witnessing, in addition to supporting renewable energy projects and increasing electricity prices on the network. Be ready to face emergencies.
The direct interconnection project with the Sultanate of Oman is a strategic step to strengthen the integration of the Gulf and regional energy networks, increase the reliability and sustainability of power systems, and support the goals of the GCC countries in energy transition and carbon emissions reduction, thereby cementing the position of the Gulf Power Interconnection as a global model of regional integration in the energy sector.
The Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority announced the launch of a direct interconnection project between its network and that of the Sultanate of Oman, as a strategic measure to reflect the development of the Gulf integration pathway in the energy sector and strengthen regional infrastructure.
Mohsen Al Hadrami, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the Gulf Power Interconnection Authority Board, confirmed that the direct power interconnection project with the Sultanate is not just a technical expansion of the power grid, but an extension of the long-term strategic vision established by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders when they approved the Gulf Power Interconnection project as one of the cornerstones of Gulf infrastructure integration. This stems from the belief that energy security is a fundamental pillar for national stability, economic growth and development sustainability.
He pointed out that the Gulf Power Interconnection has proven to be one of the most successful models of Gulf joint cooperation for more than 25 years. This is because it increases the reliability of electricity networks and contributes to significant economic savings for GCC countries. He added that the direct interconnection project with the Sultanate of Oman will deepen the Gulf network, increase operational flexibility and embody the Gulf Partnership’s advanced project model in financing critical infrastructure.
Ahmed bin Ali Al Ibrahim, CEO and Engineer of the Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority, revealed that the project is one of the largest expansion projects in the authority’s history and is aimed at strengthening the Gulf network’s ability to meet accelerating electricity demand, supporting renewable energy projects and increasing the network’s readiness, taking into account the expansion of internal networks in GCC countries, significant changes in electricity loads and increases in power generation. emergency situation.
The direct interconnection project with the Sultanate of Oman is considered a strategic step to strengthen the integration of the Gulf and regional energy networks, increase the reliability and sustainability of power systems, and support the goals of GCC countries in the energy transition and carbon emission reduction, thereby cementing the position of the Gulf Power Interconnection as a global model of regional integration in the energy sector.
