SEWA Invests AED 4 Billion To Enhance Water Security In Sharjah Through Strategic Projects

The Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority (SEWA) is advancing several significant initiatives to enhance water supply in Sharjah. Among these is the Al Hamriyah Independent Water Desalination Plant, capable of producing up to 90 million gallons of water daily. These efforts aim to ensure a reliable supply of treated water across Sharjah and its Central Region.

SEWA is also focusing on constructing three pumping stations and nine water storage reservoirs. These facilities will collectively hold 180 million gallons of water and are strategically located in Al Zubair, Al Badi’, and Al Burair. The overall cost for these projects is projected at AED4 billion, which includes the development of main water pipelines spanning approximately 245 kilometres.

A significant project underway involves building a major pipeline from Al Houma to Al Falaj station. This pipeline measures 1,600 mm in diameter and stretches 8 km long, with an estimated cost of AED105.5 million. Completion is anticipated by the end of this year, contributing to a broader network that will eventually extend 77 km from the Al Hamriyah plant to Al Falaj station.

The construction of transmission lines from Al Hamriyah plant to Al Falaj station is expected to cost around AED645 million. Contractors have been engaged for the reservoir and pumping station works. The individual costs for projects at Al Zubair, Al Badi’, and Al Burair are estimated at AED505 million, AED460 million, and AED446.85 million respectively.

These comprehensive infrastructure developments are scheduled for completion by the third quarter of 2027. SEWA's investment in these projects underscores its commitment to improving the efficiency and reliability of Sharjah's water supply system.

With inputs from WAM