Significant progress in electricity project execution in South Al Batinah

A’Rustaq: Developmental indicators in the electricity sector have shown notable progress in infrastructure project execution in South Al Batinah Governorate, according to the seventh index report in the "Economic and Developmental Reports – Electricity Sector Plan" for the second quarter of 2025.

Nama Distribution Company stated that operational results reflect its commitment to developing electricity networks to meet growing energy demand. The company noted that "some supervised projects have exceeded planned targets in certain areas, while others face logistical challenges, which are expected to be resolved in line with the company’s strategic plans."

The company reported that the construction of the Southern Al-Sha’abiya electrical substation in the Wilayat of Al Musanaa has achieved 100% completion, surpassing the scheduled target. Meanwhile, in the Wilayat of Wadi Al-Ma’awil, the substation project reached 45% completion against a target of 65%.

In Nakhal, the Khazain substation project achieved 53% completion compared to a 62% target. In A’Rustaq, the rehabilitation project of 33kV and 11kV electricity networks in wadis areas recorded 90% completion against a 98% target. The company attributed delays in some projects to the complexity of work within residential neighborhoods.

The seventh index report indicated that electrical extension projects across the governorate achieved 50% completion against a 54% target, marking steady progress in meeting rising energy demands in South Al Batinah’s wilayats.

These projects represent a crucial step toward strengthening the governorate’s electrical infrastructure, supporting urban and economic expansion, and ensuring reliable, sustainable power supply in the coming years.