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Morocco World
5 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
AMEA Power Joins Major Agadir Desalination Project in Morocco
Rabat — Dubai-based energy company AMEA Power has recently announced its participation in the second phase of Morocco's Agadir seawater desalination project. The expansion will make the facility one of Africa's largest water treatment plants. The project prospects are to increase the plant's capacity to 400,000 cubic meters of water per day. AMEA Power will power the entire facility with a 150-megawatt wind farm that the company is developing in Morocco's southern city of Laayoune. The Dubai company has formed a joint venture with the Spanish firm Cox to complete this phase, with the latter having developed and currently operating the first phase of the desalination station. This partnership marks the first concrete project from a strategic agreement the two companies signed in May 2025 to combine water infrastructure and renewable energy projects across multiple countries. The second phase is expected to cost more than 250 million euros, covering both the plant expansion and the wind farm construction. The upgraded desalination plant is set to begin operations by the end of 2026, while the wind farm will start generating power in 2027. AMEA Power's chairman Hussain Al Nowais said that the 'participation in this phase of the Agadir desalination project, through the Water Alliance Ventures platform, shows our commitment to providing integrated solutions for water and energy challenges.' 'This represents our first venture into the water sector in North Africa and demonstrates what long-term partnerships can achieve for sustainable development,' he added. The project addresses Morocco's growing water scarcity issues by providing reliable drinking water supplies to the entire region. The wind-powered operation ensures the facility runs on clean energy, supporting Morocco's climate goals. Morocco has been heavily investing in projects to strengthen both its energy independence and water security. The country's phosphate giant OCP has recently launched the J2K Water Pipeline, spanning over 203 kilometers to transport desalinated water from the Atlantic coast in Jorf Lasfar to the country's phosphate mining region. The Agadir desalination expansion represents a significant step in addressing Morocco's water challenges while demonstrating its leading role in renewable energy power as an essential infrastructural component across the continent. Tags: Desalination Plant in AgadirMoroccorenewable energywater security
ME Construction
5 days ago
- Business
- ME Construction
AMEA Power participates in second phase of Agadir desalination project
Construction AMEA Power participates in second phase of Agadir desalination project By Upon completion of the expansion, the Agadir desalination plant will boast a total capacity of 400,000m3 per day AMEA Power has announced its participation in the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco. The move marks the company's entry into the project, which will be powered by AMEA Power's 150MW wind project located in Laayoune. Once operational, this facility will become AMEA Power's inaugural water desalination plant in North Africa, the company said. Upon completion of the expansion, the Agadir desalination plant will boast a total capacity of 400,000m3 per day, solidifying its position as one of the largest desalination facilities in Africa. While the initial phase of the plant has been developed and is currently under the ownership of Spanish Cox, a water and energy management firm, the second phase will be delivered through a collaborative venture. AMEA Power will join forces with Cox, providing renewable energy through its wind farm in Laayoune. 'Our entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco, under the Water Alliance Ventures platform, reflects AMEA Power's ambition to address both water and energy challenges through integrated solutions. This project is not only our first entry into the water sector in North Africa – it is also a powerful example of what long-term partnerships can achieve for sustainable development across the region,' said Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power. This project holds significance as it represents the culmination of the joint venture agreement signed in May 2025 between AMEA Power and Cox. It embodies the shared vision of both companies to undertake integrated infrastructure projects that integrate access to water and energy. The total investment for the second phase of the desalination project and the associated wind power facility is projected to exceed US $272.5mn. The desalination expansion is anticipated to commence its operational phase at the end of 2026, while the wind farm is expected to come online in 2027. AMEA Power's commitment to Morocco, said to be a key market in its long-term strategy, is further solidified by this project. With several clean energy projects already in the works across the country, AMEA Power remains steadfastly aligned with Morocco's aspirations to advance renewable energy, water security, and sustainable development, the statement concluded.
Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
AMEA Power joins Phase II of $291mln Morocco desalination project
Dubai-based AMEA Power has announced its entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco. The facility will be powered by its 150MW wind project in Laayoune, which is being co-developed with Cox. One of the fastest growing renewable energy companies in the region, AMEA Power boasts a clean energy pipeline of over 6GW across 20 countries. The first phase of the project was developed by Cox, a global leader in water and energy management, while the second phase will be delivered through a joint venture, with AMEA Power joining the project and supplying renewable energy through its co-developed wind farm. Once operational, it will become the company's first water desalination plant in Africa, said the company in a statement. This project is the first to be executed under the strategic joint venture agreement signed in May between AMEA Power and Cox. It reflects the shared ambition of both companies to deliver integrated infrastructure projects where access to water and energy are deeply interconnected. Upon completion of the expansion, the Agadir desalination plant will reach a total capacity of 400,000 cu m/day, making it one of the largest desalination facilities in Africa. The total investment for the second phase of the desalination project and the associated wind power facility is expected to exceed €250 million ($291 million). The desalination expansion is expected to be operational between 2026 and 2027, with the wind farm coming online in 2027. AMEA Chairman Power Hussain Al Nowais said: "Our entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco, under the Water Alliance Ventures platform, reflects AMEA Power's ambition to address both water and energy challenges through integrated solutions." "This project is not only our first entry into the water sector in Africa – it is also a powerful example of what long-term partnerships can achieve for sustainable development across the region," noted Al Nowais. The project also reaffirms AMEA Power's commitment to Morocco, a core market in the company's long-term strategy. With several clean energy projects already under development, he added.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2025 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
02-08-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
AMEA Power joins Phase II of $291m Morocco desalination project
Dubai-based AMEA Power has announced its entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco. The facility will be powered by its 150MW wind project in Laayoune, which is being co-developed with Cox. One of the fastest growing renewable energy companies in the region, AMEA Power boasts a clean energy pipeline of over 6GW across 20 countries. The first phase of the project was developed by Cox, a global leader in water and energy management, while the second phase will be delivered through a joint venture, with AMEA Power joining the project and supplying renewable energy through its co-developed wind farm. Once operational, it will become the company's first water desalination plant in Africa, said the company in a statement. This project is the first to be executed under the strategic joint venture agreement signed in May between AMEA Power and Cox. It reflects the shared ambition of both companies to deliver integrated infrastructure projects where access to water and energy are deeply interconnected. Upon completion of the expansion, the Agadir desalination plant will reach a total capacity of 400,000 cu m/day, making it one of the largest desalination facilities in Africa. The total investment for the second phase of the desalination project and the associated wind power facility is expected to exceed €250 million ($291 million). The desalination expansion is expected to be operational between 2026 and 2027, with the wind farm coming online in 2027. AMEA Chairman Power Hussain Al Nowais said: "Our entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco, under the Water Alliance Ventures platform, reflects AMEA Power's ambition to address both water and energy challenges through integrated solutions." "This project is not only our first entry into the water sector in Africa – it is also a powerful example of what long-term partnerships can achieve for sustainable development across the region," noted Al Nowais. The project also reaffirms AMEA Power's commitment to Morocco, a core market in the company's long-term strategy. With several clean energy projects already under development, he added.-TradeArabia News Service
Zawya
01-08-2025
- Business
- Zawya
AMEA Power joins second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco
The Agadir desalination plant in Morocco will be expanded to 400,000 m³/day, marking AMEA Power's first water desalination project in North Africa. The facility will be powered by AMEA Power's 150 MW wind power plant in Laayoune. Dubai, UAE – AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies in Africa, is pleased to announce its entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco. The facility will be powered by AMEA Power's 150 MW wind project in Laayoune. Once operational, it will become the company's first water desalination plant in North Africa. Upon completion of the expansion, the Agadir desalination plant will reach a total capacity of 400,000 m³/day, making it one of the largest desalination facilities in Africa. While the first phase of the plant has been developed and is currently owned by Spanish Cox, a global leader in water and energy management, the second phase will be delivered through a joint venture, with AMEA Power joining the project and supplying renewable energy through its wind farm in Laayoune. This project is the first to be executed further to the strategic joint venture agreement signed in May 2025 between AMEA Power and Cox. It reflects the shared ambition of both companies to deliver integrated infrastructure projects where access to water and energy are deeply interconnected. The total investment for the second phase of the desalination project and the associated wind power facility is expected to exceed €250 million. The desalination expansion is expected to be operational end of 2026, with the wind farm coming online in 2027. Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power, said: "Our entry into the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco, under the Water Alliance Ventures platform, reflects AMEA Power's ambition to address both water and energy challenges through integrated solutions. This project is not only our first entry into the water sector in North Africa – it is also a powerful example of what long-term partnerships can achieve for sustainable development across the region'. The project also reaffirms AMEA Power's commitment to Morocco, a core market in the company's long-term strategy. With several clean energy projects already under development across the country, AMEA Power remains fully aligned with the Kingdom's ambitions to advance renewable energy, water security, and sustainable development. About AMEA Power Headquartered in Dubai, AMEA Power is a developer, investor, owner and operator of renewable energy projects. As one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies in the region, AMEA Power has assembled a world-class team of industry experts to deliver projects across Africa, the Middle East, and emerging Asia. With projects in 20 countries, a 6GW+ project pipeline, and 2,600MW+ in operation and under construction, the company is rapidly expanding its investments in wind, solar, battery storage, water desalination and green hydrogen, demonstrating its long-term commitment to the global energy transition and water security.
