Global energy storage manufacturer HiTHIUM has been contracted by Saudi Electricity Company for two battery energy storage systems (BESS) in northern Saudi Arabia.
The total capacity of the two BESS, which are to be located in the Tabuk and Hail provinces, is 4GWh.
It will use the company’s long-duration energy storage battery cells in its containerised 6.25MWh Desert Eagle series. These BESS containers are designed for Saudi Arabia’s climate and use sealed components for protection from sandstorms.
The BESS will be used to provide critical grid services, including load shifting, black-start capabilities, frequency regulation, and voltage support.
It will have multi-layer insulation to reduce internal temperatures by 8–10°C, which the company claims ensures reliable operation in -30°C to 60°C.
The project will be constructed by Alfanar Projects, although system design, supply, installation supervision, and long-term maintenance will be carried out by HiTHIUM. It expects the BESS projects to be commissioned in 2026.
HiTHIUM was founded in 2019 and serves customers across more than 20 countries and regions.
Dr Keramat Fakhari, president of MEA, HiTHIUM, said, “This landmark 4GWh project marks a pivotal moment – not just for Saudi Arabia, but for HiTHIUM’s commitment to delivering mission-critical energy storage where it matters most. By integrating our industry-leading ∞Cell technology with SEC’s vision and Alfanar’s regional expertise, we’re redefining renewable integration in extreme environments. The deployments in Tabuk and Hail set a new benchmark for gigawatt-scale storage globally, proving HiTHIUM’s role in accelerating the clean energy transition.”
Image: A mockup showing the containerised 6.25MWh BESS which will be used for the two projects in Saudi Arabia. Credit: HiTHIUM.
