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Egypt completes its side of the Saudi power interconnection

As of September 2026: Announced completion of Egypt's side of the interconnection

Egypt says its side of the $1.8 billion power line to Saudi Arabia is finished, leaving only minor tests on the Saudi end before full operation. The 1,350-kilometer link crosses the Gulf of Aqaba and can carry up to 3,000 megawatts between the two grids.

Updated Sep 28

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The price of exporting a kilowatt of electricity ranges between 12 and 17 cents in some countries, and can reach 20 cents when exporting to Greece.

from Egypt completes its side of the Saudi power interconnection · Updated Sep 28

The project is one of the most important regional electrical interconnection projects, reflecting the depth of cooperation between Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

from Egypt completes its side of the Saudi power interconnection · Updated Sep 28