HE Saeed Al Tayer welcomes ABB Smart Power Division President to strengthen partnership for smart energy innovation

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed Massimiliano Cifalitti, President of ABB’s Smart Power Division, during a meeting at DEWA’s headquarters. The visit marks a significant step in strengthening cooperation between DEWA and ABB to drive smart energy advancements, digital transformation, and sustainability in Dubai.

The discussions explored potential synergies in areas such as smart grid automation, predictive maintenance solutions, and state-of-the-art energy management systems. These initiatives align with DEWA’s robust digital transformation efforts, which leverage Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and the Internet of Things to build an intelligent and integrated energy ecosystem.

Al Tayer reviewed DEWA’s efforts in setting up an infrastructure for electricity and water services in Dubai, in accordance with the highest international standards, for electricity generation, and water production, transportation and distribution. He noted that DEWA provides its services as per the highest standards of availability, reliability, and efficiency to achieve the happiness of all customers, partners, and stakeholders.

Al Tayer affirmed that as part of its efforts to lead the clean energy transition, DEWA remains dedicated to fostering global collaborations and adopting next-generation solutions that ensure Dubai’s leadership in sustainability and smart infrastructure development. DEWA integrates advanced technologies and forges global partnerships to optimise energy efficiency, elevate service reliability, and support Dubai’s ambitious sustainability goals.

Al Tayer underscored DEWA’s pivotal role in advancing Dubai’s status as a global model for clean energy and green economy innovation in line with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050. He noted the importance of the strategic partnership with ABB, pointing out that innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation are the cornerstones of DEWA’s journey toward building a more efficient, reliable, and sustainable future. By collaborating with global technology leaders like ABB, DEWA accelerates progress towards realising Dubai’s vision for a smarter, greener city powered by clean energy solutions.

Massimiliano Cifalitti reaffirmed ABB’s strong commitment to supporting DEWA’s innovative projects and contributing to Dubai’s long-term sustainability objectives.