Electricity & Water Networks Control Centre
The Electricity & Water Networks Control Centre in Al Hidd aims to enhance monitoring and control capabilities to support the continuous expansion of the electricity and water networks.
Key Project Facts:
Key Advantages and Enhancements of the NSCC Project:
Installation of advanced control and communication systems that meet global standards.
Enhance capacity, efficiency, and reliability of electricity and water networks with a new control centre and backup facility.
Addresses Bahrain's growing service demands in housing, industry, and economic development.
Includes a new 15,000 square meter, four-storey building and upgrades to the existing control centre.
Utilizes advanced equipment, software, and cybersecurity for effective network monitoring and control.
Ensures service continuity, boosts efficiency, and enables smart energy distribution and quick emergency response.
Promotes infrastructure and energy sustainability while upholding high operational standards.
The system is fully equipped to operate the control center from two distinct geographic locations without any loss of functional capability.
We have implemented state-of-the-art security standards and hardware infrastructure to proactively detect and prevent cyberattacks and unauthorized system penetration.
The architecture is fully prepared to onboard and manage renewable energy facilities, including solar and wind power stations.
The system is linked to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to ensure precise asset location and rapid geographical identification.
Designed for maximum operational resilience, ensuring continuous cooling and long-term autonomous backup power during external grid failures.
Content last updated : 22 June 2026
