OMR11mn worth Manah grid station starts operations

The electrical transmission network is with clean and renewable energy to ensure sustainable environmental targets in line with Oman Vision 2040

Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) successfully completed all construction works, and energisation process at the 400 kV Manah Grid Station, worth OMR11 million.

This encompassed the 400 kV overhead lines connecting Manah Grid Station to 400/132 kV Naheda Grid Station and from Manah Grid Station and New Izki Grid Station. This project was completed in a period of 1 year and 8 months.

The electrical transmission network is with clean and renewable energy units.

This is to ensure the achievement of sustainable environmental targets in line with Oman Vision 2040 and reducing carbon emissions to contribute to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Additionally, it aims to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and safety of OETC network.

Eng. Masoud Salam Al Riyami, Chief Operational Officer (COO) at OETC, emphasised the company’s efforts in supporting clean and renewable energy projects by establishing various projects and enhancing electricity supply to major projects operating in this sector. OETC also prioritises environmental conservation in Oman and achieving environmental goals at both national and global levels.

The COO added: “OETC has always provided significant support for clean and renewable energy projects, thus contributing to the enhancement of infrastructure in this sector. It takes upon itself the responsibility of supporting growth in this field and keeping pace with the increasing demands. OETC is keen on establishing various projects to develop the electricity transmission network, ensuring reliable and sustainable electricity supply to advance Oman’s developmental journey”.