The UAE has become an increasingly active exporter of electricity through the GCC interconnector, and Adnoc Gas says the trade is a valuable source of incremental demand for its gas supplies. Electricity exports are through the GCC Interconnection Authority (GCCIA), which operates an interconnection supplying electricity to all six members of the GCC.
The GCCIA began operating in 2009, but usage has since been minimal. That changed last year when Kuwait began relying on electricity imports to supplement generation from its aging fleet in the summer. Kuwait’s import needs have grown sharply this year (MEES, 21 November), and will continue to increase each year as no sizeable capacity is due online until at least 2028 (MEES, 15 August). This will create more commercial opportunities for GCCIA members with export availability. (CONTINUED - 884 WORDS)
