Sterling and Wilson JV Wins EPC Contract for 1 GW Solar Plus 600 MWh BESS Project in Egypt
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy, in a 50:50 joint venture with Hassan Allam Construction, has secured a USD 560 million EPC order for a 1,000 MWac solar project with a 600 MWh BESS in Egypt.
June 29, 2026. By Mrinmoy Dey
Once complete, this 1,000 MWac capacity Solar PV project integrated with a 600 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) will become one of Egypt's largest utility-scale renewable energy developments, stated the company.
The joint venture will be responsible for the full engineering, procurement, and construction of the solar power plant, including the installation of photovoltaic generation facilities, battery energy storage infrastructure, grid interconnection works, transmission facilities, and all associated balance-of-plant and supporting systems required for project delivery.
Commenting on the order win, Chandra Kishore Thakur, Global CEO, Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Group, said, “We are proud to support Egypt's decarbonisation journey and contribute to strengthening energy security across the wider MENA region through this landmark project. As one of the world's leading solar EPC companies, we bring deep expertise and proven execution capabilities that will help unlock the region's vast renewable energy potential. Our company remains committed to delivering the project within the stipulated timeline while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.”
He further added, “This third GW-scale order received in a span of 9 months reflects the increasing size of PV projects and continued trust and confidence that customers place in the company's capabilities to deliver large-scale solar projects, including those involving complex technologies such as Battery Energy Storage Systems.”
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