Fenaka Corporation Limited has expanded its power generation and utility services across dozens of islands over the past two years, with new generators, maintenance work and renewable energy projects forming the core of its recent activities. The company, which provides electricity, water and sewerage services to 157 islands, outlined these developments in a recent interview given by Managing Director Mohamed Najah to state media.
According to Fenaka, 93 generators have been dispatched to islands since the start of the current administration, aimed at easing capacity issues and reducing the frequency of power outages. The bulk of the units were delivered in 2024, while the remaining generators were shipped this year. The corporation also plans to send an additional 48 generators ahead of the upcoming month of Ramadan, when electricity demand traditionally rises.
Alongside supplying new units, Fenaka said it has been carrying out major maintenance on existing equipment, including overhauling 47 generators. The company noted that improving the performance of older systems is an essential part of stabilising power supply in smaller island communities.
Beyond electricity generation, Fenaka has accelerated its work on expanding water and sewerage networks, with 48 islands connected to clean water systems and 28 islands connected to sewerage networks over the past two years. Network upgrades are ongoing in a further 13 islands, reflecting continued efforts to improve basic utility coverage in outlying regions.
Fenaka also highlighted progress in renewable energy deployment. The company is currently overseeing two major renewable energy projects, with installations completed in 12 islands and ongoing in 25 others. The “My Solar” programme, which installs smaller scale solar systems for local power generation, has been rolled out to 187 islands.
The corporation reported that these renewable energy initiatives contributed to fuel savings of USD 311,284 in 2024. While the figure represents early progress, the company said reducing operational costs through solar integration remains a long term target, especially as fuel continues to make up a significant portion of electricity production expenses.
Fenaka’s recent activities reflect a mix of new installations, system upgrades and renewable transitions. As demand grows across populated and remote islands, the company’s operational focus remains on expanding capacity, improving reliability and finding ways to reduce fuel dependence through alternative energy sources.
