ESIS extension / Syria / Alternative Networks / Update Memo 2

October 1999

Syria
Update Memo

The following report outlines new developments in the past three months and the state of on-going developments.

During the previous quarter (July - October 1999), initial steps were taken towards a system of alternative networks in Syria by the Public Establishment for Power Generation and Transportation (PEEGT).

The Public Establishment for Power Generation and Transportation (PEEGT) is implementing a regional project to create an electricity grid between Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, and Turkey. PEEGT has announced that the physical establishment of the link for its grid connection with Jordan will take place in the first week of October 1999. This connection has been executed by the Indian "K.A.C." company on a turnkey basis.

PEEGT is also preparing an international call for tender to computerise all of its power generation plants, as well as its central administration in Damascus. This computerisation will enable the central administration to have instant access to information about the situation in all of the generation stations.

Please note that this report has been prepared under the sole responsibility of the ESIS II contractors.
It does not necessarily reflect the views of the Commission, nor does the Commission accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of information contained herein.
The ESIS Team of contractors welcomes any additional information or corrections.