Kuwait has awarded a $253 million infrastructure contract to upgrade and expand the Shuwaikh Water Distribution Complex, reinforcing national efforts to strengthen water security and modernise essential utility networks.
The project, valued at KWD 77.7 million, has been awarded by the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy (MEWRE) to Khalid Ali Al-Kharafi & Brothers Co., one of Kuwait’s leading contracting firms with a strong track record in large-scale utility and infrastructure developments.
The scope of work includes the construction, completion, maintenance, and development of the existing Shuwaikh water distribution complex, along with all associated and supporting works. The upgrade is designed to improve system performance while ensuring long-term operational resilience.
Once completed, the project is expected to enhance efficiency, reliability, and capacity across Kuwait’s water distribution network, helping to meet rising demand driven by population growth and urban development.
The investment aligns with MEWRE’s broader strategy to modernise critical water infrastructure and secure sustainable, high-quality water services nationwide. By strengthening key distribution assets, the Shuwaikh project will play an important role in supporting Kuwait’s long-term water supply objectives.