Overview
The Abydos Solar Project is a landmark utility-scale renewable energy development comprising a 560 MWp Solar PV plant, a 220/33 kV AIS substation, and a 300 MWh / 150 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). ISSC Engineering Consultants supported the project through design review, construction management, commissioning support, and O&M establishment activities.
Scope of Services
- Solar PV Plant Design Review
- BESS Design Review
- Substation Design Review
- Construction Monitoring & Management
- Technical Supervision
- Commissioning Support
- O&M Establishment & Management
- Project Coordination & Technical Advisory Services
Key Project Figures
- Solar PV Capacity: 560 MWp
- BESS Capacity: 300 MWh / 150 MW
- Substation Voltage: 220/33 kV AIS
- Investment Value: USD 600 Million
- COD: 2024
- Total Site Area: 10 km²
- PV Modules: 1,027,040 JA Solar Modules
- Inverters: 920 String Inverters
- MV Stations: 64 MV Stations
ISSC Contribution
ISSC Engineering Consultants provided multidisciplinary engineering and project support services throughout the project lifecycle. Our team performed design reviews for the Solar PV plant, BESS, and 220/33 kV substation, while also supporting construction monitoring, technical management, commissioning readiness, and the establishment of O&M frameworks to facilitate successful project execution and operation.
Key Achievements
- Successfully completed design reviews for major project components.
- Supported the construction management of a large-scale renewable energy facility.
- Contributed to commissioning readiness and project delivery activities.
- Established O&M management frameworks for long-term asset operation.
- Supported the achievement of Commercial Operation Date (COD).
- Contributed to one of Egypt’s largest integrated Solar PV and BESS projects.
Services Delivered
- Engineering Services
- Design Review
- Construction Management
- Commissioning Services
- Operation & Maintenance (O&M)
- Technical Advisory Services
- Project Monitoring & Coordination
