Dammam hosted a two-day workshop focused on the feasibility of water network interconnection projects between GCC member states. The event took place at the GCCIA headquarters.
According to SPA, the workshop was organized by the Gulf Cooperation Council in collaboration with the GCC Interconnection Authority, bringing together experts in water, infrastructure, and water security alongside representatives from relevant bodies.
Participants reviewed first-phase study results, including the current state of water supply infrastructure, the actual needs of member states, and the technical requirements and data needed for further work.
The second day included a visit to the GCCIA control center and asset health management center to view recent technologies and future projects. Attendees noted that the study aims to identify concrete options, feasible solutions, and a roadmap for common hydraulic interconnection to enhance integration and ensure water supply continuity during emergencies and crises.
Where was the GCC and GCCIA water interconnection workshop held? The workshop was held in Dammam at the headquarters of the GCC Interconnection Authority (GCCIA). It lasted for two days and involved the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) collaborating with the GCCIA to study water network interconnection projects between member states.
What were the primary focuses of the first phase of the study? The first phase of the study focused on examining the current state of water supply infrastructure and the actual needs of the GCC member states. It also identified the necessary data and technical requirements required to continue the project’s work.
What activities took place during the second day of the workshop? On the second day, participants visited the GCCIA asset health management center and the control center. This visit allowed the experts and representatives to explore the latest technologies and learn about the future projects planned by the Authority.