Ewec receives bids for 2.5 GW CCGT plant

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec) has received three proposals to develop the 2.5 GW Taweelah C independent power producer (IPP) project in Abu Dhabi, according to a press release. The plant will use combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology and be built in the Al Taweelah Power and Desalination Complex.

Whose hat is in the ring? The bidders include a consortium of Saudi’s Al Jomaih Energy and Water Company with Singapore's Sembcorp; another formed of Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation, Korea Overseas Infrastructure, Urban Development Corporation, and Korea Midland Power; and a final consortium of Korea Western Power Company, Etihad Water and Electricity, and Japan’s Kyuden International.

While bid prices were not disclosed, Ewec described the proposals as competitive, adding that the project is expected to rank among the most efficient CCGT plants in the region. The facility will be carbon capture ready and equipped with AI and digital twin systems to improve efficiency and optimize real-time output.

Where we’re at in the process: The evaluation process is now underway, with the contract awarding and power purchase agreement scheduled for 4Q 2025, while commercial operations are slated to begin in 4Q 2028.

REMEMBER- Ewec issued the request for proposals for the development, operation, and maintenance of the CCGT plant in Al Taweelah last year in July. At the time, it said that it will grant the successful developer an ownership stake of up to 40% in the plants.