Our History
Mowah has established itself as a leader in water, environment, energy solutions. We take pride in our significant contributions and groundbreaking achievements, setting benchmarks in every sector we operate in.
From the first and largest private groundwater treatment facility in Riyadh to the region’s first independent sewage treatment plant in Dammam, Mowah leads with innovation, operational excellence, and long-term commitment.
The plant has a production capacity of 80,000 m3 per day, 65-kilometer transmission lines and utilizes the Reverse Osmosis technology.
Mowah is the first company awarded a contract by the National Water Company for the re-use of treated wastewater in 2011. The Al-Khumrah (south of Jeddah) project was awarded under a “Rehabilitate, Operate and Transfer” (ROT) model with a 20-year contract period. The wastewater reuse treatment facility has a capacity of 50,000 m3 per day.
Mowah developed the Integrated Sewage Treatment Plant (ISTP) project in Dammam, with a capacity of 200,000 m3 per day expandable to 350,000 m3 per day. It is the first independent sewage treatment project that has been implemented on PPP basis adopting the “Build, Own, Operate, Transfer” (BOOT) model.
Our Key Milestones
Explore highlights of our portfolio—including the South Riyadh IWP, Al-Khumrah Wastewater Reuse Project, Dammam ISTP, and major desalination projects Yanbu-4 and Jafurah—each designed to meet the Kingdom’s growing needs for clean water, reuse, and resource resilience.
Explore highlights of our portfolio—including the South Riyadh IWP, Al-Khumrah Wastewater Reuse Project, Dammam ISTP, and major desalination projects Yanbu-4 and Jafurah—each designed to meet the Kingdom’s growing needs for clean water, reuse, and resource resilience.
South Riyadh Project
As pioneers in privatization contracts in the water sector, Mowah constructed the first and largest private groundwater-based water treatment plant to serve the Second Industrial City of Riyadh. The South Riyadh Independent Water Project (IWP) follows the ” Build, Own and Operate ” (BOO) model, with a 30-year Water Purchase Agreement on a take-or-pay basis.
- Production Capacity: 80,000 m³ per day
- Infrastructure: 65 km of transmission lines
- Technology: State-of-the-art Reverse Osmosis
Al-Khumrah Wastewater Reuse Project
Mowah is the first company awarded a contract by the National Water Company for wastewater reuse, beginning with the Al-Khumrah project in 2011. Utilizing the “Rehabilitate, Operate and Transfer” (ROT) model, the project ensures long-term sustainability with a 20-year contract period.
- Facility Capacity: 50,000 m³ per day
Dammam Integrated Sewage Treatment Plant (ISTP)
Mowah developed the Dammam ISTP, the first independent sewage treatment initiative in Saudi Arabia implemented through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) under the ” Build, Own, Operate, Transfer ” (BOOT) model.
- Current Capacity: 200,000 m³ per day
- Future Expansion: Up to 350,000 m³ per day
Yanbu-4 Independent Water Project (IWP)
Yanbu-4 IWP Project reached its Commercial Operation Date in April 2024. This milestone was achieved through a successful partnership with Engie and Nesma. The project was executed under a comprehensive framework involving design, development, insurance, financing, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, completion, testing, ownership, operation, and maintenance.
- Production Capacity: 450,000 m³ per day
- Infrastructure: 40 km water transmission pipeline, including pumping
and storage facilities, and 10MW of solar PV - Model: Build and Transfer
Jafurah Independent Water Plant (IWP) Project
We reached financial close for the Jafurah IWP Project in September 2023. As the Lead Developer, Mowah partnered with Al Bawani and Lamar Holding to achieve this milestone. The project will be developed under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, showcasing our commitment to sustainable innovation.
- Production Capacity: 80,000 m³ per day
- Infrastructure: 200 km of water distribution and transmission pipelines
- Special Features: Advanced electrical facilities essential for plant
operation
History Timeline
Founded
Began Construction for South Riyadh Project
Commissioning of South Riyadh Project
Secured Al Khumrah ROT Project
Bulk water supply agreement with NWC
Start of multiple O&M contracts with major key accounts
- Secured Dammam ISTP project
- Acquired stake in 150 MW solar projects in Egypt
- Secured Yanbu4 IWP
- Achieved financial closure for Dammam ISTP
- Qualified as Lead Developer in Multiple Major PPP Infrastructure Projects
- Achieved financial closure for Yanbu-4 IWP project
- Initiated Private PPA business for C&I clients
- Ciclo secured Al Aweer (Warsan) STP Sludge Solar Dryer Project in UAE
- Secured Jafurah IWP BOOT Project
- Qualified as developer for social infrastructure PPP projects
- Commissioning of 6MW solar PV Project
- Engagement of Advisors in preparation for Initial Public Offering (IPO)
- Achieved financial closure for Jafurah IWP Project with a total capacity of 80,000 m3/day and 200 km water distribution system
- Signed bulk water supply agreement with the National Water Company
- Capacity expansion of South Riyadh from 60,000 m3 to 80,000 m3 per day
- Secured the first facility management contract (Diriyah)
