The project executed by PWE involved specialized piling and foundation work for a 400 KV overhead transmission line on the route from Shaleem to Dhofar in Oman. The client for this critical infrastructure project was the Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC), the principal entity responsible for the nation’s main transmission network. PWE performed this work as a subcontractor for the main engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor, Larsen & Toubro (L&T Oman). This project was part of a significant high-voltage line intended to enhance the grid capacity and reliability in the Dhofar region. The scope of work specifically focused on creating the robust underground support structures necessary to stabilize the massive transmission towers. PWE utilized advanced machinery, such as ROTARY or DTH pile machines, to drill deep into the ground and create secure pile foundations. This type of foundation is essential in areas where the soil conditions require deep support to anchor the heavy towers and withstand immense mechanical loads. Adhering to strict OETC technical and safety standards was paramount throughout the piling process. Successfully completing this project demonstrated PWE’s expertise in handling the initial and most crucial phase of transmission line construction. Their contribution helped build a foundation for a key power corridor that supports electricity transmission in the southern part of the Sultanate.
