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Saudi Arabia to Host Major Battery Plant
2 Jun
Summary
- A new 18GWh battery storage manufacturing facility will be built in Saudi Arabia.
- The facility is ZOE Energy Storage's second overseas manufacturing site.
- Operations are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2027.
A significant joint venture is set to establish an 18GWh battery energy storage system (bess) manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia, spearheaded by China-headquartered ZOE Energy Storage and a local Saudi partner. The facility's initial phase, with a 6GWh annual capacity, is slated for operation by the first quarter of 2027, with a subsequent phase planned to boost total capacity to 18GWh. This project will be ZOE's second global manufacturing hub, following its Hungarian facility.
The planned 150-acre facility will adhere to European manufacturing standards. This development supports Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030, which aims for substantial renewable energy capacity and clean power generation. The kingdom is actively expanding its energy storage infrastructure, with a recent tender process initiated for multiple bess projects totaling 3GW.
This venture underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to diversifying its energy sector and enhancing its renewable energy capabilities. The precise location and the identity of the Saudi partner remain undisclosed at this time, adding an element of anticipation to the project's finalization.
