When: 2024

Location: Sir Baniyas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Industry: Marine Construction

Client Overview

NMDC Dredging & Marine required a sustainable residential camp to support operations on Sir Baniyas Island. Byrne Equipment Rental was selected for its strong track record in delivering innovative, low-carbon temporary infrastructure across the UAE.

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Challenges

The project involved building a 500-person residential camp on a protected nature reserve, which required a power system that could significantly reduce diesel use while maintaining uninterrupted operations. Delivering equipment to the island added logistical complexity, and the client needed an energy solution that aligned with strict sustainability requirements and operational efficiency targets.

Solution

Byrne delivered a solar-powered hybrid camp consisting of:

  • 700 solar panels (580W each)

  • Hybrid controllers and high-efficiency inverters

  • A solar system supplying 60% of daytime power demand

  • Full design, installation, and performance optimisation undertaken by Byrne’s technical team

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Result

The solution reduces 475 tons of CO₂ annually, significantly cuts diesel consumption, and provides reliable power for 500 personnel. It supports NMDC’s sustainability objectives and aligns with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 strategy.