Share this page :
Twitter/XFacebookWhatsApp

SWA Launches Shuaibah (6) Project to Strengthen Water Security in Makkah and the Holy Sites


News Image

watersectorShuaibah

.

Oct 29, 2025

The Saudi Water Authority (SWA) has officially handed over the site of the Shuaibah Phase 6 Project to Rawafid Industrial Company, the project’s contractor, marking the commencement of construction works for one of the Kingdom’s major strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing water security and ensuring sustainable supply across Makkah and the Holy Sites.

The project is part of the SWA’s broader efforts to increase the efficiency of desalinated water production systems and expand supply reliability in vital regions, in line with growing demand during Hajj and Umrah seasons as well as population and economic growth. The facility will employ state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly desalination technologies with a production capacity of 500,000 cubic meters per day, contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions and promoting sustainable water solutions.

The handover ceremony included a review of the project’s scope, implementation plan, and construction timeline, with an emphasis on adhering to the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental protection throughout all project stages.

Eng. Sharikh Al Sharikh, Vice President for Technical Affairs and Projects, stated that the handover marks the official start of construction for one of the Kingdom’s most vital projects, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to ensure water sustainability. He also highlighted that SWA continues to develop innovative projects that enhance supply reliability and provide sustainable water services that meet world-class standards.

Shuaibah Phase 6 Desalination System forms part of SWA’s series of development projects along the Kingdom’s western coast, designed to integrate desalination systems, boost operational efficiency, and ensure sustainable water supply, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s global leadership in the water sector.

News that may interest you

Saudi Arabia Transforms the Maturity of Its Water Sector into a National Industry by Localizing 18 Components Representing 90% of the Water Industry’s Core ComponentsSix Agreements Move Investment Opportunities into Industrial Implementation, with Investments Totaling SAR 2.8 Billion

Saudi Arabia Transforms the Maturity of Its Water Sector into a National Industry by Localizing 18 Components Representing 90% of the Water Industry’s Core Components


Six Agreements Move Investment Opportunities into Industrial Implementation, with Investments Totaling SAR 2.8 Billion

Sep 2, 2026

4 International Organizations and 28 Speakers from 24 Countries to Convene in Riyadh This Coming November to Discuss the Future of Water Regulation

4 International Organizations and 28 Speakers from 24 Countries to Convene in Riyadh This Coming November to Discuss the Future of Water Regulation

Aug 30, 2026

USD 6.7 Trillion in Global Water Infrastructure Needs… Saudi Arabia Brings Together Expertise from 140 Countries to Accelerate Solutions

USD 6.7 Trillion in Global Water Infrastructure Needs… Saudi Arabia Brings Together Expertise from 140 Countries to Accelerate Solutions

Aug 28, 2026

Saudi Arabia Brings Together Water Sector Leaders and Experts from 100 Countries to Discuss Global Water Security Solutions

Saudi Arabia Brings Together Water Sector Leaders and Experts from 100 Countries to Discuss Global Water Security Solutions

Aug 24, 2026

The Saudi Water Authority Assigns Plant Management and Supervision to “Water Solutions”

The Saudi Water Authority Assigns Plant Management and Supervision to “Water Solutions”

Aug 12, 2026

President of the Saudi Water Authority inspects four desalinated water production projects in Jubail and Ras Al-Khair with a total capacity of 2.5 million m³ per day

President of the Saudi Water Authority inspects four desalinated water production projects in Jubail and Ras Al-Khair with a total capacity of 2.5 million m³ per day

Aug 5, 2026

Page Visitors: 0