Iraq has signed a comprehensive energy cooperation agreement with Germany’s Siemens Energy, aiming to enhance the country’s power generation capacity and reduce its reliance on imported energy.
The agreement covers the construction of new power plants with a combined capacity of 14,000 megawatts, along with long-term maintenance contracts for the Dibis Gas Power Plant and the Al-Mussaib Thermal Power Plant.
These are part of Iraq’s broader strategy to revitalize its energy infrastructure, which has suffered from decades of conflict and underinvestment.
Under the new deal, Siemens Energy will undertake maintenance and upgrades at the Dibis Gas Power Plant, covering two generating units with a combined capacity of 340 megawatts.
Additionally, the Al-Mussaib Thermal Power Plant will receive a five-year maintenance contract, including the addition of 150 megawatts to its existing 750-megawatt capacity, ensuring more efficient and continuous operations.
Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani highlighted the importance of continued collaboration between Iraq and Germany, noting Siemens Energy’s role as a key partner in the country’s energy sector. “This partnership is crucial for the development of Iraq’s energy infrastructure, which is the backbone of all development sectors,” he stated.
Siemens Energy has been actively involved in Iraq’s energy sector, previously signing contracts to construct five high-voltage substations across various provinces, including Baghdad, Diyala, Najaf, Karbala, and Basra. The projects, part of Siemens’ “Powering Iraq’s Energy Agenda – Phase 2,” aim to address the increasing demand for electrical energy transmission in the country.
In addition to infrastructure development, Iraq is focusing on utilizing its natural resources more efficiently. The government has signed a memorandum of understanding with Siemens Energy and Schlumberger to invest in capturing flared gas from oil fields, converting it into productive energy to supply power stations and the national grid.
These efforts align with Iraq’s broader goals to enhance energy security and reduce dependence on imported energy. The country has been seeking alternative gas suppliers and investing in domestic energy projects to achieve greater self-sufficiency.
