Saudi Arabia’s 1200 MW Rabigh Power Plant Achieves Major Milestone

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS PROJECTS (PSP) announces the Major Milestone for the Construction of 1,200 MW Rabigh Power Plant. The Project located in Western region of Saudi Arabia.

The Company stated that, Unit 41 at Rabigh Combined Cycle Power Plant has officially achieved First Fire, a defining step in bringing 1,200 MW of reliable power closer to the grid.

Built in partnership with Siemens Energy for client Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), this milestone confirms the readiness of all major systems for Unit 41. The Gas Turbine, Generator, Air Intake, Exhaust Gas System (Bypass Stack and Diverter Damper), and auxiliary systems—including Closed Cooling Water, Service Water, Compressed Air, Fuel Gas Receiving, and Demineralized Water—have been fully inspected, validated, and approved for operation. Electrical systems have also been energized, enabling power distribution and activation of the Turning Gear.

Further it is mentioned that, Unit 42 has just been back-energized and is now being prepared for First Fire next week. Unit 43 is also on track for back-energization within days, moving us steadily toward full simple cycle operation.

Once complete, the plant will supply electricity to approximately 500,000 residential units annually that contribute to Saudi Arabia’s growing energy demand.

Earlier this month, the project received the SEC CEO Excellence Award—a recognition that reflects the dedication and discipline of the ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC PSP and Siemens Energy consortium team, and the seamless collaboration with the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and PDC teams, the statement mentioned.

Earlier, October 2023 SEC announces to expand Rabigh Power Plant by an additional 1.2GW combined cycle units. (read more)

The project comes in line with SEC’s objectives of developing and growing its generation fleet capabilities addressing SPPC “the Principal Buyer” requirements.