A Deloitte report entitled "Energy on Demand: The Future of GCC Energy Efficiency", shows that per capita electricity consumption during the period 2007-2035 in the GCC is likely to increase at an annual rate of 2.5 per cent.
Alstom Grid has won a US$93.5 million contract with Iraqs Ministry of Electricity - Directorate General of Electrical Transmission Projects to design, manufacturer and install the Mosul East gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) substation.
Saudi Electricity Co. (SECO) signed contracts valued at US$308mn with two local companies to develop power facilities in the kingdom.
Zamil Projects has been awarded a new contract worth US$$37.9mn from Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction Company to provide Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services and mechanical works for the HVAC systems and equipment at Rabigh Power Plant Stage 2.
Doha Cables has been awarded a two-year contract by Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahramaa) to supply power cables in deal worth US$494mn.
