The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority completed a new 1.35 million-gallon water reservoir in Khorfakkan’s Al Haray residential area in May 2026, a project that the authority said will enhance water security while improving supply reliability for current and future residents in the coastal city. This addition to the local infrastructure forms part of SEWA’s wider push to expand storage capacity for desalinated water across the emirate, addressing both immediate needs and long-term growth in demand. The development comes after successful testing phases that confirmed the tank’s integration with the existing distribution network.
SEWA’s May 2026 announcement detailed how the strategic tank will help maintain consistent water availability even during periods of peak consumption or potential disruptions to main supplies. The authority has positioned the reservoir as a key element in its regional water security framework, ensuring that Khorfakkan benefits from enhanced resilience. The project reflects the authority’s focus on infrastructure that supports Sharjah’s expanding urban landscape.
A Smart Water Magazine assessment placed the value of SEWA’s ongoing water security projects at more than AED 4 billion, equivalent to over $1 billion, with the Khorfakkan reservoir contributing to this extensive program that began gaining momentum in previous years. These investments span storage, monitoring and quality control measures designed to safeguard the emirate’s water resources. The Al Haray facility adds to an earlier 2 million-gallon tank that SEWA implemented for Khorfakkan in 2022, according to local reports from that period.
In February 2026 the authority wrapped up the first phase of a comprehensive water control and monitoring system that Reuters described as a strategic initiative complementing physical assets like the new reservoir. This technology allows for real-time oversight from desalination sources through to consumer endpoints, bolstering overall system integrity in areas including Khorfakkan. The combined infrastructure and digital upgrades have positioned SEWA to better manage water resources amid regional development pressures.
On August 22, 2026, WAM reported that SEWA carried out 8,870 laboratory tests on water samples during the first six months of the year as part of its enhanced quality monitoring strategy that now incorporates the updated Khorfakkan facilities. The tests, performed at specialised laboratories with advanced equipment, verify compliance with safety standards at every stage of the supply chain. This rigorous process underpins the effectiveness of the water security enhancements rolled out in the emirate.
