Majid Najarian, the project manager for the development of the Cheshmeh Khosh, Dalpari, and East Paydar fields, announced the launch of the 230 kV Cheshmeh Khosh substation. This substation has been energized and launched after the completion of operational activities by the Central Oil Regions Company, in collaboration with specialists from the Engineering and Development of Oil Company, the West Oil and Gas Company, and ZN Vostok from Russia.
Achievement of Energy and Production Goals
Majid Najarian emphasized that the operation of this substation is an important step in enhancing the reliability of the power supply network and supporting continuous production in the oil fields of the region. This project was constructed to provide reliable electricity tailored to the operational needs of the area, and after completing installation and execution phases, specialized pre-commissioning tests were successfully conducted to ensure equipment readiness.
Technical Specifications of the Project
The electricity required for this substation is supplied through a 230 kV transmission line from the North Dezful, approximately 120 kilometers long, from the West Karun power plant, and simultaneous energization from the capacity of the Saba Dehloran power plant is also possible. This infrastructure provides reliable transmission and distribution of electrical energy to support the production and operational activities of the Cheshmeh Khosh, Dalpari, East Paydar, Aban, West Paydar, and Danan fields, as well as the Cheshmeh Khosh processing hub.
Najarian also discussed the stages of launching this substation, stating: “After completing the installation and preparation of equipment and conducting technical tests, the 230 kV circuit and the 230 kV to 33 kV power transformer were successfully energized, and the substation entered the operational cycle within the framework of technical and operational requirements.”
The project manager for the development of the Cheshmeh Khosh, Dalpari, and East Paydar fields emphasized the role of electrical infrastructure in sustaining oil production, stating: “Providing stable electricity for sensitive and strategic equipment, including downhole pumps, processing facilities, and other operational systems, is essential for maintaining production capacity and the continued operation of oil fields.”
Najarian clarified: “The launch of the Cheshmeh Khosh substation, in addition to developing energy infrastructure, will play a significant role in increasing the resilience of the network, reducing electricity supply constraints, and enhancing the reliability of the region's facilities.”
He reminded: “The development of critical infrastructure, especially in the field of energy supply and transmission, is a prerequisite for achieving production goals and increasing extraction capacity from oil fields, and the operation of the 230 kV to 33 kV Cheshmeh Khosh substation is an effective step in completing the supporting infrastructure for production and providing the necessary technical and operational groundwork for advancing the developmental programs of the oil fields in western Iran.”
