DEWA launches DEWA International to develop global energy and water projects

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched DEWA International, a wholly owned independent subsidiary that will develop conventional and clean energy and water projects worldwide, marking a major step in exporting Dubai's successful infrastructure model to international markets.

The announcement was made by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, who said the new company reflects Dubai's ambition to extend its expertise in energy, water, sustainability and digital transformation to global markets.

"Launching DEWA International marks a strategic step towards extending this successful model to global markets and further strengthening Dubai's position as a source of knowledge and expertise in energy, water, sustainability and digital transformation," Sheikh Ahmed said.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, said the utility's global expansion builds on Dubai's transformation into a leading international hub for finance, trade, innovation and sustainable development under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Al Tayer highlighted DEWA's operational and financial performance, noting that the utility ranks first globally in 13 key utility performance indicators and two regional benchmarks covering electricity generation, transmission, distribution and customer service.

He added that DEWA recorded record financial results in 2025, with revenues reaching AED 32.8 billion and net profit after tax rising to AED 9.06 billion, providing the financial strength to support its international expansion.

According to Al Tayer, DEWA International will develop power and water projects using advanced technologies in partnership with leading organisations worldwide. The company has already begun identifying investment opportunities, building a project pipeline and establishing strategic partnerships to support its global growth.