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Barka 3 – Al Suwadi Power Company

Barka 3 – Al Suwadi Power Company
  • Barka 3 - Al Suwadi Power Company
  • 736.5 MW

    Total capacity
  • Barka 3 - Al Suwadi Power Company
  • 15 Years

    PPA duration

Overview

Barka 3 is a gas‑fired combined‑cycle power plant designed to meet Oman’s growing electricity demand through reliable and efficient generation. Operating under long‑term contractual arrangements, the plant plays an important role in supporting national grid stability.

The facility uses combined‑cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology to deliver high‑efficiency power generation, contributing to Oman’s long‑term energy infrastructure since entering operation in 2013.

Al Suwadi Power Company - Barka 3 Power Plant

  • Technologies Used

    Combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT)

  • Installed Capacity

    736.5 MW

  • Location

    Barka, Sultanate of Oman

  • Project Completion Year

    2013

  • Status

    Operational

  • Developers:

    ENGIE, Bahwan, Sojitz, Yonden, SPF, Public

  • Operations & Maintenance:

    Suez Tractebel Operation & Maintenance Oman

Key Impact:

  • Grid reliability: Supports stability and availability across Oman’s national electricity network.
  • Efficient baseload capacity: Provides long‑term, contracted gas‑fired power generation.