With a capacity of 600,000 m³ of drinking water per day, this reverse osmosis project meets the challenges of a region with high water demand. Developed by a major player, it focuses on rigorous technical coordination in a complex international framework.
Saudi Arabia
Process industry
SIDEM
Rabigh 3 is a large-scale desalination plant, producing 600,000 m³ of drinking water per day to supply nearly two million people. This project is based on reverse osmosis technology, which is renowned for its efficiency and reliability. Developed by SIDEM, a subsidiary of Veolia, this infrastructure is part of a global dynamic to secure water resources, especially in areas where demand is increasing and freshwater reserves are limited.
The design and implementation of Rabigh 3 required the coordination of multiple actors — design offices, subcontractors, international service providers — operating according to high requirements in terms of quality, regulatory compliance and compliance with deadlines. In this context, document management, technical supervision and the implementation of quality control processes are essential. The project takes place in a multicultural and multi-site environment, reinforcing the need for fluid communication and regular monitoring of interfaces. The final objective is to offer a sustainable solution for the production of drinking water, by optimizing energy consumption and guaranteeing the reliability of each stage of the desalination process.
SIDEM, at the head of this project, wanted to structure the technical studies in an optimal way to harmonize the various components of the project and ensure the international conformity of the documents. In addition, managing a multicultural environment required excellent coordination to maintain coherence between international teams and subcontractors. Finally, quality control and documentary traceability were crucial to meet high industry standards and operational expectations.
Effectively manage varied teams while maintaining a permanent exchange of information.
Ensure the conformity of deliverables according to internationally recognized quality standards.
Respect tight deadlines despite logistical complexity and multiple interfaces.
On Rabigh 3, the intervention focuses on technical coordination, documentary monitoring and project management, guaranteeing a smooth transition between each of the phases. The team must synchronize the efforts of different batches (engineering, construction, subcontractors) and ensure that each deliverable meets the defined requirements. Scheduling is based on constant monitoring to anticipate risks and quickly resolve potential bottlenecks. This approach is part of a logic of rigor, transparency and performance on an international site.
Centralize document management to strengthen the traceability and quality of the project.
Supervise schedules and coordinate international teams with flexibility.
Maintain the link between design and construction for successful commissioning.
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