Project Details

  • Project Name: West Minya Solar Power Project
  • Location: Minya Governorate, Egypt
  • Contract Value: Approximately USD 560 million
  • Capacity: 1,000 MWac Solar PV project integrated with 600 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
  • Project Type: Utility-scale renewable energy development

Scope of Work

The joint venture will be responsible for full engineering, procurement, and construction of the solar power plant, including:

  • Installation of photovoltaic generation facilities
  • Battery energy storage infrastructure
  • Grid interconnection works
  • Transmission facilities
  • All associated balance-of-plant and supporting systems required for project delivery

Strategic Significance

This order represents the third GW-scale order received by the company in the last 9 months, reflecting:

  • Increasing size of PV projects globally
  • Continued customer trust and confidence in the company's capabilities
  • Growing expertise in complex technologies including Battery Energy Storage Systems

Management Commentary

Mr. Chandra Kishore Thakur, Global CEO, Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Group stated:

  • The project supports Egypt's decarbonization journey
  • Contributes to strengthening energy security across the wider MENA region
  • The company brings deep expertise and proven execution capabilities to unlock the region's renewable energy potential
  • Commitment to deliver the project within stipulated timeline while upholding highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence

Company Background

Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited is a global pure-play, end-to-end renewable EPC solutions provider with:

  • Total portfolio of over 27.3 GWp (including projects commissioned and under various stages of construction)
  • Operation and maintenance (O&M) portfolio of 13.5 GWp solar power projects
  • Presence in 28 countries across India, South-east Asia, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Australia, and the Americas
  • Services include utility-scale solar, floating solar, hybrid & energy storage, and wind solutions

The order was secured in the normal course of business and represents a significant milestone in the company's international expansion strategy.