DEWA And Huawei Discuss Enhanced Collaboration For Digital Transformation At GITEX Global 2025

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), recently met with a delegation from Huawei led by Philip Gan, President of the Middle East and Central Asia. The meeting took place during GITEX Global 2025 and focused on enhancing collaboration in digital transformation. This includes deploying smart infrastructure and advanced ICT solutions to support Dubai's sustainable digital economy.

Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s ambitious strategies, such as the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 and the Fourth Industrial Revolution Strategy. These initiatives aim to position the UAE as a global hub for economic growth driven by knowledge and innovation. DEWA has achieved global results that surpass leading utilities in Europe and the US.

The partnership between DEWA and Huawei aims to develop innovative technologies that enhance efficiency in energy and water sectors. This collaboration supports DEWA’s strategy to adopt Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies and artificial intelligence across its operations. The goal is to improve user experience while providing more efficient services.

Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman – Digital and Group CEO of Digital DEWA, attended the meeting along with Waleed Bin Salman, Vice Chairman – Energy at Digital DEWA; Mohammed Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub; and Rashid Alahmedi, COO of InfraX. These subsidiaries are part of Digital DEWA's efforts to drive digital transformation.

A significant project under this partnership is Moro’s Green Data Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. Recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest solar-powered data centre, it exemplifies the innovative projects being developed through this collaboration.

This cooperation aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’, which aims to position Dubai among the top 10 digital economies globally. It also supports the vision of Dubai's leadership for a sustainable future driven by innovation.

Al Tayer emphasised that working with Huawei helps develop technologies that boost sustainability in energy and water sectors. This cooperation enhances digital transformation efforts across DEWA's operations, aligning with Dubai's goals for a more innovative future.

The meeting underscored how partnerships like these are crucial for advancing digital transformation in Dubai. By leveraging advanced ICT solutions, both parties aim to contribute significantly to building a sustainable digital economy in the region.

With inputs from WAM