Aljomaih Energy and Water signs $2.3 billion Jubail-Buraydah pipeline project
Under the patronage of Dr Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Qassim Region, and in the presence of the Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, Eng. Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadhli, along with the CEO of the Saudi Water Partnership Company, Eng. Khaled bin Zaid Al-Quraishi, the consortium led by Aljomaih Energy and Water Company, in partnership with Buhur Investment Company and Nesma Limited Company, signed the agreement for the Jubail-Buraydah Independent Water Transmission Pipeline Project with the Saudi Water Partnership Company. This pioneering project marks the first desalinated water transmission pipeline connecting the Eastern Region and Qassim Region.
The Jubail - Buraydah independent water pipeline project will have a transmission capacity of 650,000 cubic meters per day and a storage capacity of 1,634,500 cubic meters. With length of 587 kilometers, the project operates under a Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) model, with a concession period of 35 years. Commercial operation is scheduled to begin in 2029.
This strategic project to connect the Eastern Region with the Qassim Region via a desalinated water pipeline reflects Aljomaih Energy and Water's commitment to enhancing the sustainability of water resources and developing advanced water infrastructure. With an investment budget of $2.3 billion, this project ensures continuous and effective water provision, serving over two million beneficiaries with a reliable and sustainable source. It aligns with the National Water Strategy 2030 to meet increasing demand and support local economic growth, achieving water availability at 98 per cent of transmission capacity.
In this context, Ibrahim Aljomaih, chairman of the board of directors for Aljomaih Energy and Water, stated: "This project marks a milestone in our vision to support the National Water Strategy in the Kingdom and the goals of Vision 2030. Through innovative partnerships and leveraging local expertise, this project will contribute to the sustainable management of water resources, becoming a fundamental pillar for social and economic development in the Eastern and Qassim regions."
In light of this achievement, Adnan Buhuligah, deputy CEO of Aljomaih Energy and Water, stated: "This project is a key step toward sustainable water security in the Kingdom. By leveraging strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, we are enhancing water transmission efficiency and ensuring a reliable and resilient water supply for communities The project will also contribute to achieving local content goals, achieving 45 per cent during the construction phase and 70 per cent during the operational phase, with robust water storage systems ensuring high levels of continuous supply."
This leading project reaffirms Aljomaih Energy and Water's leadership in the water and infrastructure sectors, enhancing its role as a lead developer, operator and trusted partner in driving sustainable development in the Kingdom.
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