7-Year Statement (2014-2020) Page 42 SECTION 3 AD DUQM & MUSANDAM Ad Duqm: Ad Duqm is located on the eastern coastline of the Al Wusta region, approximately halfway between the Main Interconnected System (MIS) and the Salalah System. Current population is estimated at 8,144 15 , and is expected to grow rapidly due to the development of a new economic and industrial city at Ad Duqm and surrounding areas. The Ad Duqm region currently has a relatively small integrated generation and distribution system, owned and operated by Rural Areas Electricity Company (RAECO). RAECO has recently commissioned a 67 MW diesel-fuel fired power plant in order to meet electrical energy requirements, and plans to add another 80 MW in 2017. RAECO is the sole licensed electricity supplier within the service area covered by the system, supplying existing and new electricity customers. OPWP’s current role in Ad Duqm came under governmental request to review potential options for development of a natural gas fired Independent Power Project (IPP) or Independent Water and Power Project (IWPP) to accommodate the expected rapid increase in electricity and water demands in the area. The Government is also studying options for the construction of a natural gas pipeline to Ad Duqm, which would be able to supply fuel for a new power generation plant with a size in the range of 500 to 1000 MW. Musandam: The Musandam Governorate is located in the northern-most region of the Sultanate of Oman, and extends into the Strait of Hormuz. The Musandam Governorate is an exclave of Oman, separated from the rest of the country by the United Arab Emirates. Current population is estimated at around 34,000, which is expected to grow steadily over the coming years. The relatively small integrated generation and distribution system currently in place in the Musandam Governorate is owned and operated by RAECO. Generation requirements are met by a number of small diesel generators located near load centers. OPWP has been requested by RAECO to assist with procurement of a new 100 MW power generation plant, and requested by PAEW to procure a new 3 MIGD water desalination plant. 15 National Center for Statistics & Information – Statistical Year Book 2013

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7-Year Statement (2014-2020) Page 42

SECTION 3 AD DUQM & MUSANDAM

Ad Duqm:

Ad Duqm is located on the eastern coastline of the Al Wusta region, approximately halfway between the

Main Interconnected System (MIS) and the Salalah System. Current population is estimated at 8,14415, and

is expected to grow rapidly due to the development of a new economic and industrial city at Ad Duqm and

surrounding areas.

The Ad Duqm region currently has a relatively small integrated generation and distribution system, owned

and operated by Rural Areas Electricity Company (RAECO). RAECO has recently commissioned a 67 MW

diesel-fuel fired power plant in order to meet electrical energy requirements, and plans to add another 80

MW in 2017. RAECO is the sole licensed electricity supplier within the service area covered by the system,

supplying existing and new electricity customers.

OPWPs current role in Ad Duqm came under governmental request to review potential options for

development of a natural gas fired Independent Power Project (IPP) or Independent Water and Power

Project (IWPP) to accommodate the expected rapid increase in electricity and water demands in the area.

The Government is also studying options for the construction of a natural gas pipeline to Ad Duqm, which

would be able to supply fuel for a new power generation plant with a size in the range of 500 to 1000 MW.

Musandam:

The Musandam Governorate is located in the northern-most region of the Sultanate of Oman, and extends

into the Strait of Hormuz. The Musandam Governorate is an exclave of Oman, separated from the rest of

the country by the United Arab Emirates. Current population is estimated at around 34,000, which is

expected to grow steadily over the coming years.

The relatively small integrated generation and distribution system currently in place in the Musandam

Governorate is owned and operated by RAECO. Generation requirements are met by a number of small

diesel generators located near load centers. OPWP has been requested by RAECO to assist with

procurement of a new 100 MW power generation plant, and requested by PAEW to procure a new 3 MIGD

water desalination plant.

15 National Center for Statistics & Information Statistical Year Book 2013