How will substations affect Iraq's power infrastructure?

The substations will strengthen the country’s power infrastructure as part of an agreed roadmap for the electrification of the New Iraq. When fully commissioned, the substations will help to deliver enough power to the national grid equivalent to the electricity needs of more than two million citizens.

How will a Siemens substation help Iraq?

When fully commissioned, the substations will help to deliver enough power to the national grid equivalent to the electricity needs of more than two million citizens. In 2019, Siemens and the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity agreed on a roadmap to stabilize electricity transmission and distribution nationwide.

Where in Iraq will new electricity transmission substations be built?

By next summer, Basra, Amara, Dywania, Kut, Hilla, Nassriya and other areas in Iraq, will house new electricity transmission substations that will bring reliable power to millions of people and help industries grow. Vice President, Grid Stabilization, Siemens Energy Middle East.

Why did the Iraqi Ministry of electricity supply 35 Transformers?

In addition, 35 transformers were supplied for the loose supply scope to the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity to serve as replacements for existing, damaged transformers in other substations. These substations are crucial for reconstructing the power grid in Iraq and bringing electricity to millions of people.

Why did Siemens reopen the Iraqi power grid?

In 2019, Siemens and the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity agreed on a roadmap to stabilize electricity transmission and distribution nationwide. The Iraqi government commissioned the reconstruction of the power grid in order to replace large parts of the destroyed power infrastructure and meet the increasing demand for electricity within the country.

Why did the Iraqi government get a follow-up order from Siemens Energy?

Customer satisfaction with the Siemens Energy products and the joint project execution of the Dresden factory as well as the Siemens Energy team located in Erlangen, Abu Dhabi and Iraq paved the way for a follow-up order by the Iraqi government for the Al Hamudhia (north-west of Baghdad) region. It includes the supply of 10 additional transformers.