WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022 | Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)

28 September 2022

WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022 hosts 20 international pavilions and more than 1,750 companies from around the world

WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022 hosts 20 international pavilions and more than 1,750 companies from around the world

The 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) 2022 is witnessing a remarkable growth in the number of international pavilions participating. This year, the exhibition will host 20 international pavilions, extending over an area of 62,513 square metres, with the participation of more than 1,750 companies from 55 countries, in addition to 64 sponsors and 30 sponsors and supporting associations.

WETEX & DSS 2022 is held under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy. It is organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) from 27 to 29 September 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD&CEO of DEWA, Founder and Chairman of WETEX & DSS, expressed his happiness with the annual growth of the exhibition and its success in attracting more countries and major international companies each year.

“Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organises WETEX and Dubai Solar Show annually under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

WETEX and DSS, which is the largest of its kind in the region and one of the most prominent specialised exhibitions worldwide, brings together prominent global organisations specialised in water, clean and renewable energy, the environment, gas, green development, sustainability and related industries to present their latest technologies and innovative products. They can also leverage on the available trade and investment opportunities, especially in light of the great developments in the UAE and the facilities it provides to investors, in addition to the significant expansion in using clean and renewable energy in the region. Through this important event, we also enhance national and global efforts in sustainability, supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030,” said Al Tayer.

“The exhibition provides an integrated platform for meeting decision-makers, investors, buyers and interested people from around the world to make deals and create partnerships. Additionally, participants identify market needs and learn about the most prominent current and future projects as well as opportunities to participate in solar energy projects and programmes in the region,” said Dr Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources at DEWA, and Chairperson of the Sales, Logistics and Sponsorships Committee for WETEX & DSS.

The international pavilions participating in the exhibition, which is the largest of its kind in the region and one of the most prominent specialist international exhibitions include India, China, Italy, South Korea, Poland, Switzerland, Russia, Chile, Singapore, Japan, Belgium, Israel, the Netherlands, Germany, and Czech Republic, among others.

Large participation from India at WETEX and DSS 2022

The 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) 2022 is witnessing large Indian participation at the Indian pavilion in the exhibition. 30 companies under the umbrella of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), besides around 15 companies, are showcasing their latest innovative technologies and products in energy, water, environment, Information Technology, and clean and renewable energy.

India is the second largest trade partner of the UAE. The UAE is the third largest trade partner of India. The comprehensive economic partnership signed between the two countries in February 2022 is expected to double the trading between the UAE and India by 120% to reach USD 100 billion in 5 years, while it is currently USD 45 billion.

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Poland is one of the leading countries in green technologies. This year, MK Business Link in cooperation with Poland’s Ministry of Climate and Environment and Polish Chamber of Commerce, have attracted many innovative companies to present their unique, sustainable solutions at WETEX & Dubai Solar Show 2022 as a Part of the Polish Pavilion number (6-B 5).

Commenting on the exhibition’s success, Małgorzata Panek-Kasińska, CEO of MK Business Link, said, “As the official representative of Polish companies participating at WETEX & Dubai Solar Show, we are successfully promoting this event in Poland. Our main aim is to build WETEX brand awareness among the Polish companies, increase the participation of our Polish community in the events and assist in the growth of the trade fairs. We support our Emirati partners in finding the best s