Plans for an electricity interconnection between Greece and Saudi Arabia are entering a crucial stage, as the network operators ADMIE and National Grid Saudi Arabia prepare a detailed feasibility study that will determine the project’s next steps. Both companies have agreed to accelerate the study, which is expected to be finalized between March and May 2026.
Although the joint venture, established in early 2024, has already completed initial technical and economic assessments, the upcoming study is regarded as the foundation of the project. It will define the exact configuration of the interconnection, identify supporting infrastructure, and determine the necessary upgrades to the Greek transmission system to handle stable electricity inflows.
The planned link is part of a growing network of long-distance electricity corridors connecting the Middle East and North Africa to Europe. It is closely aligned with other major Greek interconnection projects, including the Green Aegean initiative and the proposed Greece-Germany transmission route. Collectively, these interconnectors aim to transfer solar-rich electricity from the broader region to high-demand European markets.
Rising electricity needs are driving the urgency for these projects. Factors such as digitalization, the rapid expansion of data centers, and increased AI integration are pushing Europe to secure diversified and reliable supply routes. Greece’s strategic location positions it as a key gateway for cross-regional electricity flows. This vision also includes additional Greek interconnections: GREGY, linking Greece with Egypt, and GSI, connecting Greece with Cyprus and Israel.
Financing remains a critical challenge. Despite the long-term potential of these electricity networks, current investment levels do not fully meet market demands. ADMIE management is urging institutional and private investors to recognize the sector’s growth opportunities, emphasizing that robust transmission infrastructure will become increasingly vital as global electricity consumption rises.
