BYD Energy Storage Secures 11.275GWh Middle East Deal for World’s First GW-Level Round-the-Clock Renewable Project

Just months after landing a 12.5GWh grid-scale storage contract in Saudi Arabia—then the world’s largest—BYD Energy Storage has struck again on the Middle East’s energy frontier. The Chinese battery and EV giant has signed an 11.275GWh cooperation agreement with Masdar, the Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy powerhouse, to supply storage solutions for the landmark RTC (Round The Clock) project.

The RTC project, located in Abu Dhabi, is the world’s first GW‑scale round‑the‑clock renewable energy initiative. Developed jointly by Masdar and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), it ranks as the largest and most technologically advanced solar-plus-storage facility globally. The project is designed to overcome the intermittency challenge of renewables through deep integration of photovoltaics and battery storage, delivering uninterrupted clean power 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Once fully operational, the RTC project will achieve stable GW‑level baseload output at globally competitive electricity tariffs—a first of its kind. This milestone will set a new international benchmark and further cement the UAE’s leadership in renewable energy. Moreover, the project’s model is scalable and replicable, offering a practical blueprint for the world’s growing demand for clean, secure, and around‑the‑clock electricity.

This partnership with Masdar underscores BYD Energy Storage’s growing appeal in the Middle East market, where its innovative technology, cutting‑edge products, and comprehensive capabilities have made it the go‑to choice for flagship renewable projects. BYD will deploy its Haohan energy storage system for the RTC project, delivering a safe, efficient, and reliable solution to tackle solar intermittency, ensure stable baseload output, strengthen grid resilience, and support the UAE’s energy transition.

Ultra‑Powerful Cells for Uninterrupted Supply
The Haohan system is powered by BYD’s world‑largest 2710Ah dedicated prismatic blade battery—specifically designed for energy storage. With a 300%‑plus increase in single‑cell capacity and a leap in energy density, the battery management system complexity is reduced by 70‑80%, boosting reliability exponentially. This ensures safe, long‑life operation and maximises lifecycle value, guaranteeing 7×24 hours of stable station output and a solid foundation for continuous renewable energy delivery.

Simplicity by Design, Optimised Station Architecture
BYD Haohan stands out with super‑integrated, ultra‑high‑capacity design. Its smallest unit reaches 14.5MWh—the highest in the industry—while achieving 10MWh within an equivalent 20‑foot container footprint. Fewer containers and smaller land occupancy simplify management, dramatically improve integration, and create a cleaner, safer, more modern energy storage station layout.

All‑Round Protection for Extreme Environments
The Haohan system operates reliably across a wide temperature range from ‑30°C to 55°C. For the Middle East’s harsh desert conditions—intense heat, extreme aridity, and heavy sandstorms—it comes with IP66, the industry’s highest full‑machine protection rating. This ensures comprehensive dust protection, wind‑sand resistance, and high‑temperature endurance, enabling long‑term stable station operation and sustained, dependable energy support.

Intelligent Central Control for Precision O&M
Adding to the hardware, BYD Energy Storage provides its self‑developed GC Master EMS (Energy Management System) for the project. The EMS can access millions of data points—25% more than industry top‑tier systems—with over 400% higher computing power, capable of managing more than 15GWh per single station. It performs real‑time big‑data analytics, precise device scheduling, safety early warning, and equipment health diagnostics, empowering full‑lifecycle efficient operation for global storage projects.

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Last Update:2026-07-15 09:57:33