Name of the Project
Gabal El Zayt gas-insulated substation extension.

Location
Egypt.

Client
Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC)

Project Description
The Gabal El Zayt 22/220 kV substation is the main connection point between the Gabal El Zayt wind farm, one of the largest in the region, and the grid.

The project aims to connect an additional 120 MW of power to the national grid by the end of 2018. On completion of this extension, the substation’s total capacity will reach 540 MW, with plans to connect another 40 MW in future.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2018.

Latest Developments
GE Power has signed an agreement with the EETC for the extension of the substation.

The extension will leverage GE Power’s grid solutions portfolio, which includes its B105 220 kV gas-insulated switchgear, in addition to medium- and low-voltage systems and control and protection systems, as well as auxiliary services.

GE will also provide local project management, engineering, design, fabrication, the erection of power transformers, site management, testing and commissioning services on a turnkey basis.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
GE (gas-insulated switchgear, medium- and low-voltage systems, control and protection systems, auxiliary services).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
EETC, tel +20 2 2261 8579, fax +20 2 2684 3824 or email info@eetc.net.eg.