The desalination plant forms part of a USD 2.6 billion combined-cycle power project developed by a joint venture between ACWA Power, the Saudi Electricity Company, and Haji Abdullah Alireza & Co., with Orascom Construction and Técnicas Reunidas as the EPC contractors.
The project, recently assigned and now entering its detailed design phase, represents a significant technological achievement in industrial water treatment and desalination under extremely challenging conditions.
The new facility will process 34,000 m³ of high-salinity seawater daily to produce demineralized water for steam generation, potable water for on-site use, and service water for multiple utilities. Engineered for superior performance and long-term reliability, the system surpasses local regulatory standards and underscores CANNON Artes’ dedication to environmental sustainability and efficient resource management.
The desalination plant integrates CANNON Artes’ most advanced membrane technologies, including Ultrafiltration (UF) and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems, each featuring nearly 22,000 m² of active membrane area, followed by Electrodeionization (EDI) for final polishing. In addition, a remineralization section with calcite filters will restore calcium and alkalinity to improve water stability and reduce corrosivity.
“This project highlights CANNON Artes’ ability to manage highly complex and large-scale water treatment challenges, meeting the most demanding efficiency and environmental standards,” said Mauro Monti, Area Manager CANNON Artes. “Our integrated expertise, from process design to full plant delivery, allows us to deliver tailor-made solutions for critical industrial infrastructures worldwide.”
