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Iraqi News
04-06-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
MOE signs contract for 600 MW power line between Iraq and Turkey
Baghdad – INA Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil sponsored the signing of a contract with the Turkish company Alifrin on Wednesday to double the capacity of the Iraq-Turkey power line from 300 to 600 MW. The ministry said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil sponsored the signing of a contract with the Turkish company Alifrin to double the capacity of the Iraq-Turkey power line from 300 to 600 MW." It added, "The new contract includes equipping the national system with 300 MW as a first phase via the Jazara-Kask 400 kV interconnection line in Nineveh Governorate, with the line's capacity to be increased to 600 MW within less than one month." It indicated that "the ministry's companies have already completed all technical requirements for the interconnection, including the necessary stations and lines, in addition to fulfilling all contractual obligations." The ministry explained that "this project will directly contribute to increasing the hours of supply to the northern regions. The Iraq-Turkey interconnection line also offers numerous strategic advantages, most notably linking the Iraqi grid to the European energy grid, of which Turkey is a prominent member." She noted that "one of the important aspects of this contract is that its provisions stipulate supply according to the "Take and Pay" system, which means payment for the amount consumed, which provides economic flexibility for Iraq and ensures optimal use of imported energy without financial waste." The ministry also added explained that "this project is part of the Ministry of Electricity's strategy within the government's program to diversify energy sources and reduce dependence on a single source, as well as opening new horizons for cooperation with neighboring countries and the European Union."
Iraqi News
29-05-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Minister of Electricity Meets with General Vernova to Discuss 24,000 MW Production Projects
Baghdad - INA Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil held a meeting today, Thursday, with officials from General Vernova to discuss its 24,000 MW production projects. A statement from the ministry, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil chaired a meeting with officials from the American company General Vernova to discuss the implementation of the terms of the strategic memorandum of understanding recently concluded between the Ministry of Electricity and the American company." He added, "The memorandum aims to establish modern power plants throughout Iraq with a total capacity of (24) thousand megawatts, in a qualitative step to enhance the country's electricity production capacity and meet the growing needs of citizens." He explained that, "During the meeting, the two parties discussed identifying the strategic locations where the new power plants will be built, taking into account the optimal geographical distribution and the actual needs of each region to ensure maximum benefit from these vital projects." He continued, "The meeting also touched on another topic related to the long-term maintenance carried out by General Vernova in a number of currently operating power plants, which aims to raise operational efficiency and extend the lifespan of these plants." He pointed out that, "The two sides discussed the details of the rehabilitation and expansion projects planned for the Musayyib and Mansouriya power plants, which are considered pivotal stations in the electricity grid. These projects will contribute to increasing production capacity and improving the reliability of supply." The minister emphasized, according to the statement, "the importance of the strategic partnership with General Electric," stressing "the need to adhere to the specified timetables for project implementation and to apply the highest technical and environmental standards in all phases of work." For their part, General Electric officials expressed the company's full commitment to implementing the terms of the memorandum of understanding and providing the latest technologies in the field of electricity generation.
Shafaq News
25-05-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iraq's Electricity Minister in Turkmenistan to finalize 20 MCM daily gas swap
Shafaq News/ Iraq's Electricity Minister Ziyad Ali Fadhil arrived in Turkmenistan on Sunday to revive a stalled gas import agreement seen as 'critical' to the country's energy stability. The deal, signed in October 2024, aimed to supply Iraq with up to 20 million cubic meters of Turkmen gas daily via a swap mechanism using Iran's pipeline network. Despite its strategic importance, the agreement has yet to take effect due to lingering technical hurdles, according to previous disclosures from the Ministry of Electricity. Fadhil's visit comes as Iraq is on the brink of an energy crisis, with the expiration of a crucial US waiver threatening to cut off its access to Iranian gas, which fuels nearly 30% of the country's electricity.
Iraqi News
01-05-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Iraq, Siemens Energy expand partnership with new agreements
Baghdad ( – Iraq has taken a significant step toward modernizing its energy infrastructure by signing new agreements with Siemens Energy to upgrade the Dibis Gas Power Plant and Al-Musayyib Thermal Power Plant. The signing, held under the patronage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, marks the third phase of Iraq's strategic partnership with Germany in the energy sector. The signing ceremony was attended by Iraq's Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil, German Ambassador Christiane Hohmann, and President and CEO of Siemens Energy Christian Bruch. The maintenance contracts include a comprehensive plan for the Dibis Gas Power Plant, which operates two 340-megawatt generating units, and a five-year agreement for the Al-Musayyib Thermal Power Plant. The latter includes not only maintenance of its 750-megawatt units but also the addition of 150 megawatts and measures to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operations. These deals are part of a larger initiative to expand Iraq's electricity production. The energy cooperation agreement aims to add 14,000 megawatts to the national grid, significantly increasing the country's generation capacity and enhancing energy services nationwide. With this latest move, Iraq reaffirms its commitment to improving the reliability and sustainability of its power sector through international partnerships.
Iraqi News
01-05-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Minister of Electricity: Iraq has signed major agreements to produce up to 38,000 megawatts of power
Baghdad - INA Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil confirmed on Thursday that the agreements signed with Siemens and General Electric exceed Iraq's current capacity of 38,000 megawatts. He noted that the new power plants will rely on local fuel. The Minister of Electricity's media office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The Minister of Electricity, Ziyad Ali Fadhil, following the signing of the third phase of the energy cooperation agreement with the German company Siemens, confirmed that "today, under the auspices of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, an agreement was signed with Siemens to build new power plants with a capacity of 14,000 megawatts." He added that "the new plants, to be implemented by Siemens, will rely on local fuel and combined-cycle technologies that produce energy without the need for fuel." He explained that "for the first time in Iraq's history, the Ministry of Electricity has signed major strategic agreements with reputable international companies such as Siemens and General Electric, to produce a total capacity of 38,000 megawatts." He emphasized that "the agreements signed with Siemens and General Electric exceed the current capacity produced in Iraq, which amounts to 28,000 megawatts, which will contribute to meeting the growing demand for electricity."
