The GCC Interconnection
Our Plans
GCCIA-UAE Interconnection’s Expansion
This strategic project is designed to enhance the GCCIA grid and increase the electricity transmission capacity with the UAE from 2,400 MW to 3,500 MW, based on the results of comprehensive technical and economic feasibility studies that proved the project’s alignment with GCCIA’s strategic plans to ensure a resilient and efficient electricity network providing long-term benefits to the region’s energy infrastructure. The project includes the construction of a 400 kV overhead transmission line extending 96 km from Salwa Substation to Al-Sila Substation, and the expansion of 400 kV switchgear and installing shunt reactors to enhance system stability and efficiency at an estimated total cost of $205.5 million. The project is scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2025 and is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2027.
This strategic project is designed to enhance the GCCIA grid and increase the electricity transmission capacity with the UAE from 2,400 MW to 3,500 MW, based on the results of comprehensive technical and economic feasibility studies that proved the project’s alignment with GCCIA’s strategic plans to ensure a resilient and efficient electricity network providing long-term benefits to the region’s energy infrastructure. The project includes the construction of a 400 kV overhead transmission line extending 96 km from Salwa Substation to Al-Sila Substation, and the expansion of 400 kV switchgear and installing shunt reactors to enhance system stability and efficiency at an estimated total cost of $205.5 million. The project is scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2025 and is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2027.
Direct Interconnection with the Sultanate of Oman
Currently, Oman's electricity network is connected to the GCCIA grid via the UAE's network at 220 kV with a capacity of 400 megawatts. Following comprehensive technical and economic feasibility studies, a decision was made to establish a direct interconnection between Oman and the GCC grid, aiming to unlock significant technical and economic benefits for both sides. The project involves constructing two 400 kV power transmission substations: the Ibri substation in Oman and the Baynonah substation in the UAE, along with expanding the existing Al-Sila substation. This interconnection will be supported by double overhead power lines operating at 400 kV, spanning a total length of approximately 530 kilometers.
Currently, Oman's electricity network is connected to the GCCIA grid via the UAE's network at 220 kV with a capacity of 400 megawatts. Following comprehensive technical and economic feasibility studies, a decision was made to establish a direct interconnection between Oman and the GCC grid, aiming to unlock significant technical and economic benefits for both sides. The project involves constructing two 400 kV power transmission substations: the Ibri substation in Oman and the Baynonah substation in the UAE, along with expanding the existing Al-Sila substation. This interconnection will be supported by double overhead power lines operating at 400 kV, spanning a total length of approximately 530 kilometers.
