The project is set to accelerate Saudi Arabia's transition toward green, low-carbon energy.
All 67 wind turbines of the Saudi Arabia Waad Al-Shamal 500 MW Wind Power EPC Project, constructed by POWERCHINA, were recently connected to the grid. This achievement lays a solid foundation for subsequent contract closures and project handover.
Located in the Northern Borders Province of Saudi Arabia, 1,200 kilometers away from the Port of Al Jubail, the project features 67 wind turbine generators, each boasting a single-unit capacity of 7.7 MW, placing them among today's mainstream large-capacity wind turbines.
As a vital component of Saudi Arabia's strategic energy transition, the project is expected to accelerate the shift of the local energy mix toward a green, low-carbon future once fully operational.
Since the first unit was connected to the grid, the project team has stayed focused on the goal of full-capacity commercial operation. They have pushed forward the joint debugging of systems and grid-connection acceptance while optimizing resource allocation and work sequences.
This site's full grid connection marks another milestone for the project team, following the completion of the substation back-feeding, the connection of the initial 63 turbines, and the installation of all site turbines. This success demonstrates the project team's high level of efficiency and resilience in overcoming challenges, while further showcasing the company's strong capabilities in overseas renewable energy construction and project delivery.
