AMEA Power Joins Second Phase Of Agadir Desalination Project To Enhance Water Access In Morocco

AMEA Power has announced its involvement in the second phase of the Agadir desalination project in Morocco. This facility will be powered by a 150 MW wind project in Laayoune, co-developed with Cox. Once operational, it will mark AMEA Power's first water desalination plant in Africa.

The Agadir desalination plant, upon expansion, will boast a total capacity of 400,000 m³/day. This will make it one of Africa's largest desalination facilities. The initial phase was developed and owned by Cox, while the second phase involves a joint venture with AMEA Power providing renewable energy through their wind farm.

This project is the first under the strategic joint venture agreement signed in May 2025 between AMEA Power and Cox. It highlights both companies' shared goal to deliver integrated infrastructure projects that connect water and energy access. The investment for this phase and the wind power facility is expected to exceed €250 million.

The expansion of the desalination plant is anticipated to be operational between 2026 and 2027. The associated wind farm is scheduled to come online in 2027. This timeline reflects the commitment to sustainable development through renewable energy solutions.

Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power, stated, "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."

The initiative underscores AMEA Power's dedication to Morocco as a key market within its long-term strategy. The company is already developing several clean energy projects there, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth.

By integrating renewable energy sources like wind power into water infrastructure projects, AMEA Power aims to tackle critical resource challenges effectively. This approach aligns with global efforts towards sustainability and environmental responsibility.

With inputs from WAM