Launch of the Second Phase of the Khobar-Hofuf Water Transmission System Project
In mid-third quarter of 2024, the Water Transmission Company (WTCO) successfully launched the second phase of the Khobar-Hofuf Water Transmission System project as part of its efforts to ensure sustainable water supply.
Dr. Tariq Al- Alnaeem, CEO of WTCO, stated that the project embodies the company's commitment to enhancing water security in the Kingdom in line with Vision 2030. He added, "We see this project as a strategic investment aimed at securing sustainable water supplies, further solidifying the Kingdom's position as a global leader in this vital sector."
The second phase of the Khobar-Hofuf Water Transmission System is one of the largest projects executed by the company, designed with a pumping capacity exceeding 530,000 cubic meters per day and a strategic storage capacity of 340,000 cubic meters. The project includes over 140 kilometers of pipelines, thereby enhancing the security of water supply for the cities of Al-Oyoun, Hofuf, and Abqaiq
WTCO is a leading government entity in the field of water transmission and strategic storage, specializing in the development, design, and operation of water transmission and strategic storage systems across the Kingdom, along with project management and engineering services.
Water Transmission Company Begins Implementation of the First Package of Strategic Storage Projects in Makkah and Jizan
The Water Transmission Company (WTCO) has announced the commencement of the first package of strategic storage projects in the Makkah and Jizan regions, as part of its efforts to enhance water security and ensure adequate supplies of treated water for various areas.
The project in the Makkah region includes the implementation of the second phase of the strategic storage project in Al-Mughamis, where 16 tanks will be constructed with a designed capacity of 2.72 million cubic meters, thereby strengthening the region's ability to meet the increasing demand for water. The project in Makkah also encompasses the Jeddah Governorate, where 4 tanks with a designed capacity of 680,000 cubic meters will be established to support water supplies and ensure their continuity.
In the Jizan region, the project includes strategic storage works in Samtah and the Farasan Islands, involving the construction of 6 tanks with a designed capacity of 780,000 cubic meters, which contributes to the sustainability of water supplies in the region and meets the growing needs of the population.
These projects reflect the Water Transmission Company’s commitment to enhancing the water infrastructure in the Kingdom, ensuring the sustainability of water resources and the effective management of the increasing demand for water.
Water Transmission Company Launches the Second Phase of the Ardah Water Pipeline Project to Enhance Water Security in the Baha Region
The Water Transmission Company has begun the implementation of the second phase of the Arda Water Pipeline Project, which is part of the company's efforts to enhance water security and meet the growing demand for desalinated water in the Baha region.
The project includes a network of pipelines extending over 110 kilometers, covering more than 8 beneficiary regions. The design capacity of the tanks is expected to reach 60,000 cubic meters per day, while the design capacity for pumping is approximately 130,000 cubic meters per day, ensuring a sufficient supply of water to meet the needs of the region.
It is noteworthy that the Water Transmission Company is a company owned by the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, established by Cabinet Resolution No. (32) in September 2019, and the company is responsible for developing and constructing water transmission systems and strategic storage.