Energy is one of the four major drivers of economic growth in Pakistan, others being agriculture, small and medium enterprises and information technology. Development without energy is unthinkable in the modern-day world as it is an important pre-requisite to keep the economic wheel moving. The main objective of professionals working in the Energy Sector at NESPAK is to provide most-modern engineering consultancy services to the projects so that cost-effective, adequate and safe and secure supplies of electricity are ensured. At NESPAK, the Energy Sector is handled with a sense of urgency keeping in view the current energy crisis and to bolster development of the sector for meeting long-term needs in the country. NESPAK is the front-runner on the national scene in rendering top class engineering consultancy services in the Energy Sector. It has been in the vanguard of the energy development efforts and has been associated with most of the public and private sector projects in Pakistan since its inception in 1973. The Company has rich experience in offering services to the public and private sector clients on energy projects of varied and diverse nature. NESPAK's set-up has been evolved with due cognisance of the requirements of this Sector which has been undergoing structural and institutional reforms in the recent past in many countries including Pakistan. In the Energy Sector, NESPAK has rendered invaluable consultancy services for various projects in Pakistan and abroad. To date, NESPAK has acquired a total of 649 projects in Pakistan and foreign countries, costing Rs. 8,604 billion. As many as 580 projects have been completed while the number of active projects stands at 69. The experience and expertise gained at home enabled NESPAK to secure projects in 19 countries of Asia, Africa and Central Asian Republics in the energy sector. The services include all facets of project implementation from conceptual design to final commissioning and operation. The Company clinched a total of 52 projects costing US$ 18 billion in the Energy Sector in Bahrain, Gabon, Benin, ECO States, Gambia, Iran, Nepal, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, United Arab Emirates and Uzbekistan. As many as 47 projects have been completed while 5 projects are in progress. Major energy projects undertaken by NESPAK abroad included Rabigh Power Plant Extension Project Unit Nos. 22-49, Riyadh Power Plant No. 10, Shoaiba Power Plant Project and Jeddah Power Plant, Saudi Arabia and Donga Hydroelectric Project, Benin and Sustainable Hydropower Project, Uzbekistan. NESPAK has also carried out a feasibility study in association with the SNC-Lavalin of Canada, for the National Power Expansion Plan awarded by the Government of Pakistan. The programme encompasses complete power planning up to the year 2030. The Company made recommendations to increase the electricity generation, thus ending power outages in the country.
In the Energy Sector, NESPAK offers engineering services in the following fields:
Project identification and definition; load forecasting; least cost generation, transmission and distribution system planning; interconnection of power systems; demand side management; financial and economic analysis.
Reconnaissance; pre-feasibility; feasibility; economic and financial analysis; tariff analysis; socio-economic and environmental impact assessment; project siting and resettlement plans; project options and optimisation; load flow, short circuit and transient stability studies; electromagnetic transient studies; probalistic production cost simulations; cost of service analysis; restructuring and corporatization of government owned utilities; rehabilitation, refurbishment and upgradation of projects; development of short and long term policies for attracting private investment in energy and infrastructure projects; evaluation and due diligence of plants and assets.
Preliminary and detailed design; drawings and specifications; cost estimates and budgetary forecasts; design review and approval of shop drawings; testing, commissioning, operation and maintenance procedures; equipment selection; quality assurance and control.
Supply and supervise contracts; supply, install and commission contracts; turnkey contracts; contractor financed contracts; engineering procurement and construction management contracts; build, own and operate (BOO) contracts; build, operate and transfer (BOT) contracts; build, lease and transfer (BLT) contracts; operation and maintenance (O&M) contracts.
BIDDING DOCUMENTS & EVALUATION REPORTS for procurement within the framework of guidelines issued by financing agencies like World Bank, Asian Development Bank, JBIC, KfW, Islamic Development Bank and Kuwait Fund. Pre-qualification documents; BIDDING DOCUMENTS & EVALUATION REPORTS for engineering, procurement and construction & turnkey contracts; invitation and evaluation of bids; negotiations and award of contracts; shop inspection & testing.
Planning, scheduling and budgetary control of project implementation; coordination and monitoring of costs, resources, schedules and progress; review and approval of construction methods, machinery and resource allocation; control of project documents, security and safety requirements; review and approval of codes and standards; preparation and update of project master schedule; progress reviews and expediting reports; certification of plant performance and commencement of commercial operation; review and approval of operation and maintenance manuals, project completion reports and as built drawings; training of O&M staff; quality assurance and control.
In the role of independent engineer, NESPAK provides pre-financial closure equity investor support; due diligence involving review of project design, cost and scheduling; due diligence in the implementation and operation phases; asset valuation and assessment.
Since 1973, NESPAK has worked in Pakistan and 19 other countries on various projects in the Energy Sector. The depth of experience acquired in this Sector is summarized below :
Planning and interconnection studies for hydel and thermal power plants. System studies for EHV transmission networks of Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and the Karachi Electricity Supply Company (KESC). Feasibility Study of Thermal Power Plants Based on Gas from Small Gas Fields of Pakistan has been prepared. NESPAK has carried out 26 projects in this area.
As many as 85 hydropower projects including low, medium and high head power stations, with individual plant capacity varying from less than one MW to 3,600MW, having a total capacity of over 15,414MW.
The number of thermal projects undertaken by NESPAK stands at 165. In Pakistan, a total capacity of 29,640MW using combined cycle, conventional steam turbine, diesel engine or gas turbine technology with plant size ranging from 4.8MW to 1,800MW has been installed. In Saudi Arabia, total capacity of 22,000MW with maximum plant size of 5,200MW has been completed.
A total of 25 assignments involving project planning, detailed engineering and construction supervision have been undertaken.
As many as 116 projects involving planning, engineering and supervision services for a cumulative length of more than 14,000 kms HV/EHV transmission lines for voltages ranging from 110kV to 500kV AC and 660kV DC have been completed.
Planning, engineering and construction supervision services rendered for 42 conventional outdoor and GIS HV EHV/EHV substation projects ranging from 66kV to 500kV, involving a cumulative transformation capacity of 28,850 MVA.
Medium voltage (MV) / Low voltage (LV) underground and overhead power distribution system for residential colonies, commercial buildings, hospitals, airports, barrages/dams, water/sewerage treatment plants & industrial infrastructural projects (voltage level from 11 kV – 0.415 kV). Electrification of 1,800 villages and computerized mapping of 60,000km of 11kV power distribution feeders).NESPAK has undertaken almost 25 projects in the field of rural electrification in Pakistan and abroad. Detailed designing of road/street lighting network including illumination of different roads, flyovers, underpasses and slips roads within and outside Pakistan; Ring Road Lahore, Ring Road Rawalpindi, road lighting &service/rest areas electrification on various motorway projects being part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Metro Bus Transit System Projects in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad & Karachi. Electrification works on Orange Line Metro Train Project. Building Electrification on various high-rise buildings, barrages/dams, pumping stations &water treatment plants within and outside Pakistan. Sports/flood lighting networks on various sports grounds/stadiums (4 cricket stadiums and 1 hockey stadium).
The SCADA and Telecommunications group at NESPAK has been instrumental in the setting up of control rooms equipped for monitoring and remote control of large electrical power networks. Intelligent energy management features including network state estimation, optimal power flow, load forecasting, contingency analysis and outage scheduling have been provided. More than 90 load dispatch centres have been installed for power utilities involving energy management functions and state-of-the-art computer hardware supported by the telecommunication system. The telecommunication system comprises microwave, fibre-optic, power line carrier and data and voice connectivity equipment. NESPAK has also provided consultancy services including project management to establish SCADA system for the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA), Telecom and CCTV infrastructure for the Lahore and Quetta Safe City Projects and SCADA, Telecom, CCTV and public utility systems for the Lahore Orange Line Metro Train Project. The SCADA& Telecom Section remained engaged in providing services for various projects of GT&GE, A&P, SED, H&TE, Water & Agriculture, CM & EPHE Divisions of NESPAK. Multiple Extra Low Voltage Intelligent Systems have been implemented for buildings and motorways introducing concept of Smart Motorways and Smart Buildings. Design and Construction Supervision of ITS on DI Khan-Hakla Motorway and Development of Nationwide ITS Strategy & Architecture are the major projects undertaken by SCADA & Telecom. Monitoring Control and Telecommunication Systems (MCTS) have been implemented at Panjnad and Trimmu Barrages. Instrument and Control Systems for sewage and drinking water treatment plants as well as monitoring and metering systems for Karachi Water Supply Board have been carried out. Smart Grid and Substation Automation System have also been introduced to HV & EHV Substations.
NESPAK has rendered consultancy services for number of Projects related to irrigation network (Canals/barrages), water transmission & distribution systems, water and sewerage treatment plants in Pakistan & Middle East countries. The scope of mechanical works for these projects comprised preparation of tender documents, design review and construction supervision of the equipment such as hydraulic gates and hoisting system, pumps, piping, cranes, trash racks and water tanks etc.
Planning, design and construction supervision of HVAC works of multistoreyed commercial & public utility buildings and hospitals.
NESPAK has been actively contributing to the development of solar energy projects in Pakistan and other regions by providing services like feasibility study, project planning, detailed design, tender documents, construction supervision and design review. Its expertise encompasses a wide range of activities, supporting the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure.
NESPAK has provided consultancy services for oil and gas transmission pipelines in Pakistan and Middle Eastern countries. These services encompassed a wide range of activities, including project design, tender documentation, construction supervision, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. NESPAK’s contributions have supported the development of critical infrastructure for efficient energy transmission in the region.
NESPAK has been actively involved in the renewable energy sector, contributing to the development and implementation of sustainable energy solutions in Pakistan and abroad.
Cost : Rs. 52 billion.
Client : Korea Exim Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB),
Cost : Rs. 309 billion.
Client : Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA)
Cost : Rs. 59 billion.
Client : Central power Generation Company Limited
Cost : Rs. 58 billion
Client : Northern Power Generation Limited
Cost : Rs. 95 billion
Client :Saudi Electricity Company (Central Operating Area)
Cost : US$ 2 billion
Client : Saudi Electricity Company (Western Operating Area)
Cost :Rs. 835 million
Client : Saudi Electricity Company (Western Region)
Cost : Rs. 15 billion
Client : Tabouk Electricity Company
Cost : Rs. 130 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
Cost : Rs.111 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority/ World Bank
Cost : Rs. 18 billion
Client : Laraib Energy Limited
Cost : Rs. 8.8 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
Cost : Rs. 11 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
Cost : Rs. 9 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
Cost : Rs. 14 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority/ World Bank
Cost : Rs. 1.7 billion
Client : Ministry of Electricity and Water
Cost : Rs. 4 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
Cost : Rs. 2.5 billion
Client : Water and Power Development Authority
