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Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
DEWA's Hassyan IWP project reaches 78% completion
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA) first Independent Water Producer (IWP) project in the Hassyan complex in Jebel Ali has reached 78 percent completion, the DFM-listed utility said on Friday. DEWA said in a press statement that the 3.377 billion UAE dirhams ($919 million) Hassyan A plant, billed as one of the largest seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination projects in the world, will have a production capacity of 180 Million Imperial Gallons per Day (MIGD) and is scheduled for full completion in the first quarter of 2027. The project achieved financial close in April 2024. The project received Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024' award from Zawya's sister publication Project Finance International (PFI) in July 2025. DEWA is targeting a total desalination capacity of 735 MIGD by 2030, with SWRO technology accounting for 240 MIGD. The utility aims to produce 100 percent of desalinated water using a mix of clean energy and waste heat by 2030. (Writing by Deva Palanisamy; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
HE Saeed Al Tayer inspects progress on one of the world's largest reverse osmosis projects
Dubai, UAE: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), inspected progress on the first phase of the sea water desalination plant project in the Hassyan complex, being implemented with a production capacity of 180 million imperial gallons per day, under the Independent Water Producer (IWP) model. The project has achieved about 78% completion and is scheduled for full completion in Q1 2027. It is part of DEWA's strategy to increase Dubai's water desalination capacity. The Hassyan plant is one of the world's largest sea water reverse osmosis (RO) projects, and DEWA's first IWP project, with investments reaching AED 3.377 billion. HE Al Tayer was accompanied during the tour by Waleed Bin Salman, Executive Vice President for Business Development and Excellence, along with a number of senior officials and engineers from DEWA. HE Al Tayer affirmed that the project embodies the vision and directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to provide an advanced and integrated infrastructure for energy and water that keeps pace with Dubai's rapid growth and meets the increasing demand for electricity and water services, in line with sustainable development plans. HE Al Tayer visited various sections of the project, which represents a key pillar in supporting the smart infrastructure for desalinated water and advancing the objectives of the Integrated Water Resources Management Strategy 2030. Officials from Hassyan Water Company A provided detailed presentations and briefings on the project's progress. DEWA is building desalination plants based on seawater reverse osmosis technology. By 2030, DEWA will add 240 million imperial gallons per day to its desalination capacity using seawater reverse osmosis, bringing the total desalinated water production capacity to 735 million imperial gallons per day. DEWA aims to produce 100% of desalinated water using a mix of clean energy and waste heat by 2030.
Zawya
29-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
DEWA wins Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024 award for Hassyan desalination plant project
Dubai, UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the 'Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024' award from Project Finance International (PFI), a leading publication specialising in tracking and analysing global projects, financial transactions and project deals. DEWA was recognised for its 180 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) seawater reverse osmosis (RO) desalination project in Hassyan. The project is the largest of its kind in the world using RO technology under the independent water producer (IWP) model, with an investment of AED 3.377 billion. 'The Hassyan seawater desalination project plays a pivotal role in achieving Dubai's ambitious target to produce 100% of desalinated water using a mix of clean energy and waste heat by 2030. This supports the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, which aim to provide 100% of energy production capacity from clean sources by 2050. The project reflects our commitment to meeting growing demand for electricity and water services, enhancing water security from sustainable sources, and increasing Dubai's desalination capacity to 735 MIGD through advanced technologies and innovative solutions,' said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA. 'Implementing the project under the IWP model enhances Dubai's global competitiveness and has enabled us to secure the world's lowest tariff for desalinated water. DEWA has developed the project in collaboration with ACWA Power from Saudi Arabia. The project has achieved a world record by receiving the lowest bid of 0.36536 USD per cubic metre of desalinated water,' added Al Tayer. -Ends- For more information, please contact: Shaikha Almheiri / Mohammad Almheiri / Ribal Dayekh Mariam Mikhail / Esraa Hamed Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Seen Media / / mariam@ / esraa@
Arab News
23-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Veolia puts Gulf region at the forefront of desalination innovation
MUSCAT: Desalination is fast becoming a cornerstone of global water resilience — and at the heart of this transformation is Veolia, a global leader in water technologies. With operations spanning continents, the company is placing the Gulf region at the center of its innovation strategy. 'Gulf countries, and particularly Oman, are now our global centre for desalination innovation,' said Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia. 'What we're building here represents global excellence, underpinned by continuous technological evolution,' she told *Arab News en français. Scaling solutions Veolia currently operates more than 2,300 desalination facilities across 108 countries, representing 18 percent of the world's installed capacity. As global demand soars, the company plans to double its output — from 1.4 to 2.8 billion cubic meters per year by 2030 — in a market expected to exceed 40 billion liters per day by decade's end. Recent projects, including Hassyan and Mirfa 2 in the UAE, underscore this momentum. A major facility is also in development in Rabat, Morocco. Meanwhile in Saudi Arabia, where daily desalination needs often top 600 million liters, Veolia is enabling a shift toward membrane-based systems tailored for scale, efficiency, and sustainability. From solar-powered plants to AI-optimized membrane systems, Veolia continues to pioneer technologies like its patented Barrel™ modular system — highlighting the company's commitment to high-performance innovation. Veolia leads globally in desalination, operating over 2,300 sites in 108 countries and aiming to double output by 2030. Energy efficiency in desalination has improved dramatically, with power use down 85 percent since the early 2000s and water costs dropping from $5 to under $0.50 per cubic meter. Veolia's future-focused approach blends innovation, affordability, and environmental stewardship, reinforcing its global leadership in water technologies. Breaking the myths A key part of Veolia's success has been challenging outdated perceptions around desalination. "We've broken all the old myths about desalination, one by one,' said Brachlianoff. Energy consumption, once a major drawback, has dropped by over 85 percent since the early 2000s due to next-generation membranes and energy recovery technologies. Production costs have fallen from $5 to less than $0.50 per cubic meter, making desalinated water a viable option for municipalities and mid-sized industries alike. Veolia's new solutions are now also being deployed in sectors such as mining, refining, and even data centers. Projects in Sur, Oman, feature solar integration, while others introduce advanced brine discharge control systems, raising environmental standards across the board. Gulf countries as living laboratories Veolia's work in Oman supports the country's Vision 2040, particularly its renewable energy goals. 'We're directly contributing to the goal of achieving 30% renewable energy in the national mix,' said Erwan Rouxel, CEO of Veolia Oman. A solar plant already provides over a third of the Sur facility's power needs. The company is also investing in landfill gas-to-energy projects. Crucially, Oman also serves as a hub for workforce development, with 75 percent of Veolia Oman's staff being local nationals. 'Our Omanization efforts are crucial, not only for business continuity but also for creating shared value with the communities we serve,' Rouxel added. In Saudi Arabia, Veolia is helping the country transition from thermal desalination to more efficient membrane-based processes. 'The country is shifting from thermal desalination to membrane-based desalination, particularly reverse osmosis,' said Adrien de Saint Germain, CEO of Veolia's Water Technologies division. 'And these aren't small projects — some exceed 500 to 600 million liters per day. What matters now is how we optimize the entire environment around the membranes.' He emphasized that Veolia's approach involves more than technology — it is also about building long-term partnerships through cost-effective design and strategic delivery. 'What makes Saudi projects unique is their multi-year horizon and scale. We can plan strategically and deliver consistently,' he said. Moroccan innovation in the Atlantic While the Gulf drives growth in volume, Morocco is offering innovation on a different front — the Atlantic. 'In Morocco, we're working with Atlantic seawater, which involves very different parameters: lower temperatures, different algae risks,' explained Anne Le Guennec, Senior EVP of Water Technologies. 'But it's the same scale: 800,000 cubic meters per day, just like Hassyan in Dubai.' Regional expertise plays a critical role in success, she noted. 'From red algae to changing water quality, we know this region. And we work with strong local partners who can respond quickly and deploy workforce on a large scale,' she added. Toward atomic-level filtration Looking ahead, Veolia is pushing the boundaries of water purification for specialized industries. 'We're currently developing solutions using ion-exchange resins,' Le Guennec revealed. 'We're talking atomic-level filtration, separating specific ions. This is where we'll meet the ultrapure water needs for industries like pharmaceuticals and semiconductor manufacturing.' This next-generation technology is also feeding into global projects, including the 'water of the future' initiative in Paris, where Middle Eastern expertise will help deliver water free of micropollutants by 2027. Long-term vision and global impact For CEO Estelle Brachlianoff, Veolia's strategy is defined by continuous innovation, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility. 'Our ambition is clear: to maintain our global leadership in desalination by continuing to evolve, innovate, and provide the most cost-effective and energy-efficient solutions on the market,' she said. As water scarcity intensifies worldwide, Veolia is not merely adapting — it is setting the standard.
