The ongoing economical and social development efforts and the rabid urban expansion in Saudi Arabia have escalated the demand on water and power to large extents. The 8 th development plan of KSA states that the total water demand is expected to be 18,260 million cubic meters in 2009 with an increase in demand for municipal and industrial purposes at an annual growth rate of 2.7%and 3.8%, respectively. Moreover, it is expected that an investment of about SR275 billion is needed in the coming two decades for saline water conversion projects.

Saudi Arabia has one of the largest per capita electricity consumption rates in the Middle East . With a population of approximately 25.8 million, which is growing at a rate of 2.4 per cent per year, demand for electricity is high. Saudi Arabia needs to expand its power and network capacity to support the country's industrialization plan as power demand grows by 7 per cent or more each year.

Saudi Arabia 's Industry and Electricity Ministry estimates that the country will require up to 20 gigawatts (GW) of additional power generating capacity by 2019 at a cost of $4.5-$6 billion per year.

The Kingdom is very attractive to investors due to the very strong demand profile and forecast for power and water.

Addar Group has realized the needs and requirements of the developments in the power and water sectors in Saudi Arabia . The choice of its international partners was based on the high standards and specifications' demand of these two sectors. The technical and commercial support and services which Addar Group can offer will meet such high standards on an international levels.