Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has awarded a contract worth AED216 million for a strategic project to boost the efficiency and reliability of Dubai's water transmission networks.
According to Emirates News Agency, the contract includes the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of glass-reinforced epoxy (GRE) pipelines of varying diameters, along with associated works across multiple locations in the emirate. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, emphasised the organization's commitment to enhancing production and operational efficiency while strengthening the reliability of Dubai's water transmission networks, supporting the emirate's sustainable development goals.
The project entails the installation, testing, and commissioning of a 7.1-kilometre main water transmission line, along with 20 interconnections for the transmission and distribution networks. These enhancements aim to increase flow and pressure in the network across various areas of Dubai, reinforcing the system's readiness and its ability to meet growing demand.
The project is designed to ensure adequate water supply for both current and future needs. Scheduled for completion within 24 months, it will support Dubai's advanced infrastructure and multi-sector development initiatives.