Energy

Arctech has secured an exclusive agreement to supply its SkyLine II solar tracking systems for the Sadawi Solar Project in Saudi Arabia, according to information from the company. This 2.3 GW solar farm, developed by Shanghai Electric, will use Arctech’s advanced single-axis trackers designed to withstand strong winds and minimize downtime. Covering approximately 40 kilometers, the Sadawi project aims to...

A consortium led by Técnicas Reunidas and Sinopec has been chosen by ACWA Power to oversee the design of a new green hydrogen facility in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, according to Inspenet. This project aims to double the output of the NEOM hydrogen initiative, supporting Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a global leader in clean energy. The planned plant will produce...

NMDC Energy has begun fabrication operations at its state-of-the-art yard in Ras Al-Khair, Saudi Arabia. The facility, located within the Ras Al-Khair Special Economic Zone, spans 400,000 square meters and is built to handle both offshore and onshore energy projects, with an annual output capacity of 40,000 tonnes, according to NMDC Energy. Outfitted with advanced automation and digital technologies, the...

Saudi Arabia is rapidly expanding its solar street lighting market from 2020 to 2040, driven by the nation’s Vision 2030 strategy to diversify energy sources and modernize urban infrastructure, according to Global Data Route Analytics. Solar street lights, which use photovoltaic panels to generate and store electricity for LED lamps, provide cost-effective and low-maintenance solutions that operate independently from the...

Tamimi Markets, a leading retailer in Saudi Arabia, has partnered with Yellow Door Energy to launch a major solar initiative at its distribution centers in Jeddah and Dammam. The agreement will see the installation of over 1,500 high-efficiency bifacial solar panels across 7,200 square meters of rooftop space, delivering a combined capacity of 900 kWp—465 kWp for the Jeddah site...

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, met with Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in Riyadh to review progress in the Kingdom’s nuclear energy program, according to Saudi Gazette. Their talks addressed technical and regulatory cooperation, the implementation of top international safety standards, and achievements made through joint Saudi-IAEA...

A major renewable energy initiative in Saudi Arabia has been announced, witnessed by His Royal Highness Prince AbdulAziz bin Salman bin AbdulAziz Al Saud, Minister of Energy. ACWA Power, the Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel), and Saudi Aramco Power Company (SAPCO) have signed Power Purchase Agreements with the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), according to the Associated Press. This...

Saudi Power Procurement Co. (SPPC) has finalized agreements for seven major renewable energy projects, totaling 15,000 megawatts in capacity and SAR 31 billion ($8.3 billion) in investments, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The contracts were signed in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Minister of Energy and Renewable Resources and SPPC board chairman. These projects...

Jubaili Bros and Enar Renewables, a subsidiary of Al Kifah Holding, have entered a teaming and sub-distribution agreement to advance renewable energy across Saudi Arabia. Their partnership aims to deliver efficient, large-scale clean energy solutions, combining Jubaili Bros’ extensive experience in power systems with Enar’s local expertise and regulatory knowledge. The collaboration will prioritize solar PV and hybrid energy systems...

As the Middle East intensifies its shift to renewable energy, battery storage is becoming a vital part of its infrastructure. Countries like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are investing in large-scale battery projects to improve energy security, cut emissions, and drive new industries. According to The Future of Battery Market in the Middle East & Africa, Saudi Arabia...