Sitra new 400 kV grid substations & subsystem – 3×500 MVA 400 kV transformers & reactors package and 400/220 kV feeder cable package
محطات سترة الجديدة للتحويل بجهد 400 كيلوفولت – حزمة المحولات والمفاعلات وحزمة كابلات التغذية 400/220 كيلوفولت
Heavy-haul transport, cable-trenching civil contractors and HV testing firms can support Hitachi Energy and the cable contractor on Sitra's 400 kV grid expansion.
| Type | Contract award |
|---|---|
| Status | Contract awarded – subcontracting open |
| Country | Bahrain · Sitra |
| Client / owner | Electricity & Water Authority (EWA) |
| Awarded to | Hitachi Energy (transformers & reactors); cable package contractor appointed (Iljin Electric lowest bidder) |
| Value | BHD 17.8M (USD 47.1M) transformers; cables lowest bid BHD 35M (USD 92.7M) |
| Announced | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Project type | Substations & transmission grids |
Trades and packages needed
- MV/HV substations & transmission lines (main package)
- Cables, switchgear & electrical materials (main package)
- Heavy lifting, rigging & transport (main package)
- Earthworks, excavation & site grading
- Concrete works (in-situ)
- Electrical & instrumentation (E&I) installation
What to do
The contract has been awarded. The winner will now buy materials and subcontract packages – contact their procurement team.