DEWA Launches 11 New 11 kV Distribution Substations in H1 2025 – UAE News

DEWA’s Record Expansion: A Look at Dubai’s Growing Infrastructure

In the first half of 2025, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) made headlines by commissioning a remarkable 924 new 11 kV distribution substations across the city. This is a significant leap from the 558 substations built during the same period in 2024. According to HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the MD and CEO of DEWA, this expansion is crucial to support Dubai’s rising electricity demand, driven by rapid urbanization and economic growth.

The endeavor involved a staggering 654,456.30 man-hours and was executed under strict quality and safety standards. “Investment in infrastructure is the backbone of our economy and overall development,” Al Tayer stated. His commitment reflects DEWA’s mission to strengthen Dubai’s foundational services, aligning with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the ambitious Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.

Thanks to progressive leadership and a focus on innovation, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology, DEWA has achieved remarkable milestones. It ranks first globally in 12 key performance indicators (KPIs) within its field. Furthermore, in 2024, DEWA recorded the world’s lowest electricity transmission and distribution losses at just 2%, significantly lower than the 6%-7% typical in Europe and the US. They also set an astonishing world record for minimal customer downtime, averaging just 0.94 minutes per year, compared to an EU average of 15 minutes.

Rashid Bin Humaidan, Executive Vice President of Distribution Power at DEWA, noted that there are currently 62 operational 33 kV substations and 64,084 medium voltage (11 kV and 6.6 kV) substations. This extensive infrastructure rollout not only supports the immediate electricity needs of residents but also lays the groundwork for future developments.

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