“Provides design, development, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and supply chain management across the full lifecycle of hydropower project development.”
SAEMS Hydro Limited is composed of a diverse range of in-house hydro expertise allowing us to offer the complete range of hydropower related services without the need for subcontracting. Our services include design, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, electro-mechanical engineering, environmental engineering and environmental and social impact management.
The SAEMS team has 17+ years of proven track record of delivering sustainable and cost-effective solutions according to client requirements, on time and within budget. With access to over 350 knowledgeable engineers, technicians, administrative and other skilled staff members who have successfully completed 14 Ugandan and Sri-Lankan hydropower projects. SAEMS offers a unique capability of rapid deployment and scaling of projects.
Our fleet of construction plant and equipment mobilises efficiently and can relocate locally or regionally to the most remote of environments.
SAEMS has successfully completed projects in conjunction with multinational stakeholders from American investors, European lenders such as FMO, KFW, Fin Fund, Australian Lender Engineers, South African Owners Engineers, Canadian auditors and talented staff from America, Canada, Sri Lanka and Uganda.
Site identification, permitting, power purchase agreements (PPA), environmental and social impact management.
Identification, viability studies and delineation of hydropower project locations are done with a blend of vast field expertise, research and cutting edge technologies by our experienced in-house workforce. SAEMS proven track record of 17+ years highlights its capacity in site identification and is reflected by the ability to obtain statutory approvals including environmental approvals leading to PPA of 17 projects in Uganda and Sri Lanka.
Practical cost-effective designs to ensure project viability.
Complete hydro power project structural civil design of concrete and earth fill dams, water retaining structures high- and low-pressure water conveyance systems which includes water bearing high pressure penstock structures, hydraulic gates and powerhouse building and related infrastructure.
Drilling, sampling and reporting.
Skilled and experienced drillers and geologists equipped with 2 x dedicated triple-tube-drills capable of sampling to a 330m depth, our services include:
• Geotechnical investigation
• Geophysical investigation
• Drilling and grouting
• Geological mapping
• Reporting
Experienced team that has pioneered the construction of small hydropower project concrete and earth fill (embankment) dams and water retaining structures in Uganda.
Complete build of hydropower projects from Weir, high- and low-pressure water conveyance to powerhouse. To maintain quality, we do not subcontract our construction work and rely on our in-house team to build to client expectations. We have the machinery and staff strength to rapidly upscale to meet the tightest of deadlines.
Electro-Mechanical and Electrical Installation.
Installation of water bearing high-low pressure penstock and all powerhouse operational electrical systems. Installation of all electrical and protection equipment in the switchyard and powerhouse earthing. Supporting the OEM by assisting with the installation of all EM equipment and commissioning.
Rehabilitation of old operational projects and turnaround of distressed projects.
We specialize in rehabilitation of old projects by inspection, reporting, re-design and cost-effective solutions for viability. We also support our Clients by working with their potential investors and lenders to ensure the projects are rehabilitated.
Assisting Clients weighed down with distressed assets to turn around the hydro projects by advising on low-cost innovative solutions for commercial viability.
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