Muscat Desalination Plant, Oman
Securing Water for Over 1.2 Million People
The Muscat Desalination Plant in Oman stands as one of the largest and most advanced desalination plant facilities in the Middle East, ensuring a sustainable supply of drinking water to more than 1.2 million residents in the Muscat region. Developed for the Muscat City Desalination Company SAOG, this state-of-the-art Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plant showcases WABAG’s expertise in delivering large-scale, energy-efficient solutions for water-scarce regions. Built through a strategic collaboration between WABAG, Cadagua, and Galfar, the project combines compact design, cutting-edge membrane technologies, and robust pre-treatment systems to ensure uninterrupted water production even under challenging conditions such as red tide events.Project Overview – A Landmark in Oman’s Water Infrastructure
Oman’s growing population and arid climate demand sustainable water solutions. The Muscat Desalination Plant plays a vital role in fulfilling this need by converting seawater from the Gulf of Oman into safe and potable drinking water. Designed with a capacity of 191,000 m³/day, the plant exemplifies how advanced Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plants can address regional water scarcity while maintaining operational efficiency. As one of the most modern Water Desalination Companies’ projects in the Middle East, this facility demonstrates innovation in both engineering and environmental performance.Scope of Desalination Plant:
EPC execution, including design, equipment supply, civil construction, installation, commissioning, and performance testing.Technologies Of Desalination Plant:
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- Subsea Intake Pipeline: Extending 1.65 km offshore to ensure high-quality water intake.
- Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) for red tide pre-treatment and organic removal.
- Dual Media Filtration (DMF) for enhanced clarification.
- Two-pass Reverse Osmosis (RO) system for superior desalination performance.
- Energy Recovery Devices (ERDs) integrated for reduced power consumption.
Engineering Excellence – Compact, Reliable, and Efficient
The Muscat Desalination Plant features a compact layout with inline connections and an arrowhead DMF configuration to maximize efficiency. Standby RO skids ensure high plant availability, while automation and control systems enhance reliability.
By integrating smart energy recovery and modular design, the facility sets benchmarks among Water Desalination Companies for sustainable operation and reduced environmental footprint.
Environmental and Social Impact
The Muscat Desalination Plant plays a crucial role in advancing Oman’s water sustainability goals:
- Water Security: Provides uninterrupted potable water to over 1.2 million people in Muscat.
- Environmental Protection: Employs DAF and DMF systems to handle red tide occurrences safely.
- Operational Sustainability: Achieves high energy efficiency and cost optimization.
- Economic Growth: Supports industrial and domestic sectors with reliable water access.
Muscat Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plant – A Model for the Region
The Muscat Desalination Plant exemplifies how modern Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plants can transform coastal resources into a dependable water supply. With its innovative design, robust technologies, and high operational efficiency, it stands among the most significant achievements of leading Water Desalination Companies in the Middle East.
This Desalination Plant not only strengthens Oman’s water security but also reinforces WABAG’s global leadership in sustainable desalination technology.