Monday 02 / December / 2024
Nama Water Services recently accomplished a major feat in Wilayat of Al-Mudhaibi, Al-Sharqiyah North Governorate by completing the construction of a new water distribution network in record time and commencing operations ahead of schedule. This OMR 65 million project is a key part of Nama Water Services’ strategic development plan and represents a significant step towards improved water security for the region. Originally slated for completion in March 2024, the network became operational in November 2023, exceeding expectations and showcasing efficient project execution. Utilizing a design-build-finance model, the initiative aims to bring reliable water supply to tens of thousands of people in Al-Mudhaibi. Projections estimate it will benefit 130,000 residents by 2025, rising to 154,000 by 2040.
Speaking about the water distribution networks in Al-Mudhaibi, Eng. Abdullah bin Salim Al-Rasbi, Chief Project Officer at Nama Water Services highlighted that this project underscores Company’s strategic vision to bridge the gap between water resources and service delivery across Oman. Leveraging its proven strategies, Nama Water Services aims to achieve sustainable development, aligning perfectly with the key priorities outlined in Oman Vision 2040.
Nama Water Services has embarked on a multi-year strategic plan, launched in 2023 and stretching to 2027, with the ambitious goal of transforming its operations and service delivery. This phased roadmap outlines several key objectives, all aimed at securing a brighter future for water management in Oman, and meeting the aspirations of Nama's customers.", he added.
Eng. Al-Rasbi has further noted that "The project is carried out together with the main transmission pipeline stretching from Al-Sharqiyah South Governorate to different cities of Al-Sharqiyah North Governorate. It covers nearly (90%) of the residential neighborhoods, villages, and the sprawling population communities across Al-Mudhaibi, starting from the city towards Al-Rawdha area, and connecting the villages of Samad Al-Shan, Al-Akhdar, and Khadra Bani Dafa'a.
This 820-kilometer project, exceeding the planned 800 kilometers, ensures the sustainability of water services and caters to the growing urban population and expanding industrial activity. Aligned with the extended water transmission line feeding both Al-Sharqiyah Governorates, this initiative represents a significant step forward. Utilizing both wrought iron and polyethylene pipes, the total length extends to 880 kilometers, delivering water directly to homes, businesses, and industrial facilities. It also entails the installation of water booster pumps and several emergency shutdown valves, connections, and fire hydrants. Over 14,000 household connections have been established, reaching various key areas, including (6,113) connections in the urban areas of Al-Mudhaibi along with (1,541) connections in Al-Rawdah and (2,862) connections in Al-Akhdar village. Connections made in Samad Al-Shan and Khadra Bani Dafa'a are totaled (2,113) and (1,128) respectively.
Nama Water Services has been working diligently to execute several projects in Al-Sharqiyah North Governorate, namely the project of upgrading water transmission line which feeds both Al-Sharqiyah Governorates and stretches from the new desalination plant in Asila, Jalan Bani Bu Ali to Al-Mudhaibi with a total length of (312) km and cost around OMR (120) million. The projects also include the establishment of (17) tanks with a total capacity of (265,000) cubic meters besides (4) main pumping stations. Looking forward, Nama Water Services pursues to implementation of many projects in Al-Sharqiyah North Governorate, including Al-Jarda – Mahla'h water transmission line with a total estimate for the first stage at OMR (22) million, incorporating (1) main pumping station and (8) main collection tanks with a total capacity of (34,000) cubic meters. Besides the establishment of the water distribution network for Wadi Bani Khalid which will cover (11) regions, the contract for the water networks in Wadi Indam, Al-Mudhaibi has been already awarded along with (4) other projects as part of the third phase of the future small-scale development projects in Ibra, Al-Qabil, Al-Mudhaibi, and Wadi Bani Khalid. This is in addition to the second phase of the future small-scale development projects, particularly the water distribution network in Ibra.
Importantly, the total cost of managing the water services sector in Al-Sharqiyah North Governorate is estimated at over OMR (143) million, including the existing and under-construction projects as well as small, medium, and large development projects and annual contracts for water tankers, aligned with the increased population covered by the Governorate's water networks.
