The consortium comprising Orascom Construction (25%), ENGIE (35%), Toyota Tsusho, and Eurus Energy (20% each) through Red Sea Wind Energy SAE reached full commercial operations for the 650 MW Gulf of Suez Wind Farm II in Ras Ghareb ahead of schedule. Originally slated for completion in the third quarter, the entire 650 MW facility was integrated into Egypt’s national grid ahead of time following a phased commissioning process, adding 306 MW, 194 MW, and a final 150 MW expansion segment. Built at an investment of $790 million, the site features 104 wind turbines and now stands as the largest operational wind farm in the Middle East and Africa.
The power generated is sold to the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), supplying clean electricity to over 1.1 million Egyptian households while offsetting roughly 1.3 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually. Combined with the neighboring 262.5 MW Ras Ghareb Wind Farm I completed by the same partners in 2019, the total wind capacity operated by the consortium at the Gulf of Suez site now exceeds 912 MW.
Similar Projects
Also, another wind farm project is being planned to be developed in bid to meet Egypt’s wind power capacity goals. This wind farm is known as the Ras Shokeir wind project. The Ras Shokeir wind project and the Ras Ghareb (Gulf of Suez II) wind farm are directly linked through their shared geographical location, off-taker model, and strategic role in Egypt’s national clean energy trajectory. Both gigawatt-scale developments are situated along the western coast of the Gulf of Suez, one of the world’s most optimal onshore wind corridors due to high, stable wind speeds, and are located just tens of kilometers apart within the Red Sea Governorate. Operationally, both independent power producer (IPP) projects rely on long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with the state-owned Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) to feed utility-scale clean electricity directly into the national grid. Crucially, while Orascom Construction’s 650 MW facility in Ras Ghareb demonstrates the proven execution capability of public-private partnerships in the region, Infinity Power’s 1 GW Ras Shokeir project represents the next scaled phase of this clean energy hub. Together, these adjacent developments serve as foundational infrastructure driving Egypt’s accelerated transition to generate 42 percent of its power from renewable sources by 2035.
April 16, 2025
Orascom Construction has started commercial operations of Egypt’s largest wind farm six months earlier than planned. The company is now operating 500 megawatts (MW) of the Ras Ghareb wind farm, located along the Red Sea coast.
Project factsheet
Project name: Ras Ghareb wind farm
Location: Red Sea coast, near Ras Ghareb, Egypt
Total capacity: 650 MW (500 MW operational)
Operational date: April 2025 (6 months ahead of schedule)
Developers:
ENGIE – 35%
Orascom Construction – 25%
Toyota Tsusho Corporation – 20%
Eurus Energy Holdings – 20%
Homes powered: Over 1 million
CO₂ reduction: Around 1.5 million tonnes per year
Future expansion: 900+ MW planned nearby
The project is part of a bigger 650 MW wind farm in Egypt, developed by Red Sea Wind Energy S.A.E. This is a joint venture made up of ENGIE (35%), Orascom Construction (25%), Toyota Tsusho Corporation (20%), and Eurus Energy Holdings (20%).
New Ras Ghareb wind project will power over 1 million homes
The Ras Ghareb wind farm will provide clean electricity to over one million homes in Egypt. Moreover, it will cut carbon emissions by about 1.5 million tonnes each year. As a result, it helps Egypt move closer to its goal of using more sustainable energy.
Orascom Construction now has 912.5 MW of wind power in its renewable energy portfolio. The company is also working on water projects in Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. These efforts support its aim to grow in the clean energy sector.
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The wind farm in Egypt uses large turbines that turn wind into electricity. These turbines are placed in a windy area to catch strong gusts from the Red Sea. As a result, they can work efficiently throughout the year.
The partners behind the Ras Ghareb wind farm have already begun planning another wind project. It will be located near the current site and is expected to produce over 900 MW.
Project Team
Red Sea Wind Energy S.A.E.: The Egyptian joint-stock company established by the consortium to develop, own, and operate the 650 MW wind farm.
Consortium Equity Partners and Developers
- ENGIE (France): Lead equity partner (35% stake)
- Orascom Construction (Egypt): Equity partner (25% stake) and local construction lead
- Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Japan): Equity partner (20% stake)
- Eurus Energy Holdings Corporation (Japan): Equity partner (20% stake)
Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) and Suppliers
- Orascom Construction: Executed civil, electrical, and full balance of plant (BOP) engineering and construction works
- Goldwind International (China): Wind turbine manufacturer that supplied, delivered, and commissioned the site’s 104 wind turbines
Offtaker and Government Entities
- Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC): State power utility purchasing the generated output under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)
- Egyptian Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy: Government body overseeing the project execution and land allocation
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