GCC concludes workshop on water interconnection projects in Dammam
GCC Secretariat and Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority wrap up workshop on water linkage study, with experts and officials from member states.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in collaboration with the Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority, concluded on Wednesday a joint workshop to study the feasibility of water interconnection projects among GCC countries. The event was held at the authority’s headquarters in Dammam.
The two-day workshop brought together representatives from relevant agencies and experts in water, infrastructure, and water security. Discussions focused on reviewing the outcomes of the first phase of the study, assessing the current water supply infrastructure and the actual needs of member states, as well as identifying the technical requirements and data needed to complete the study.
Ahmed bin Ali Al-Ibrahim, CEO of the Gulf Electricity Interconnection Authority, highlighted the importance of leveraging the experience of the regional electricity grid to inform the water interconnection study, aiming to enhance supply sustainability across the region.
Site visit and workshop outcomes
The second day included a tour of the control center and asset health management center, where participants were briefed on the latest technologies and the authority’s future plans. Attendees noted that the study’s findings will help identify practical options and implementable solutions, in addition to developing a clear roadmap for joint water interconnection.
Participants affirmed that these efforts will strengthen Gulf integration, support emergency and crisis response, and ensure the continuity of water supplies in GCC countries.