The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is implementing natural gas network projects worth more than US $1.9mn across Sharjah City, as it works to expand infrastructure, meet rising demand and improve service quality while maintaining international safety standards.
Ibrahim Al Balghouni, Director of SEWA’s Natural Gas Department, said the projects include the US $899,000 Al Hamah Gas Transmission Line, which spans 9,343m and is 90% complete. The project is expected to be finished by September 2026.
In Al Muwardah 6, SEWA is developing a 10km network at a cost of US $230,000. The project is 20% complete and scheduled for completion by the end of March 2027.
The authority is also developing an 8.9km gas network in Al Badea District, costing US &316,000. Work is 25% complete, with completion expected by March 2027.
Meanwhile, SEWA is preparing to launch the US $490,000 Al Qutaina 3 Gas Network Development Project, covering 18.4km.
The authority is coordinating with relevant bodies to secure no-objection certificates, with completion targeted for July 2027.
Al Balghouni said SEWA uses advanced technologies and best practices in network installation and maintenance, while applying stringent health and safety measures and ensuring projects remain on schedule.
He said the projects support SEWA’s continued expansion of natural gas services and its sustainability goals, while promoting innovative services that improve quality of life in Sharjah
