DEWA honours 80 distinguished suppliers in recognition of their commitment to quality and efficiency

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has honoured 80 distinguished suppliers in recognition of their commitment to delivering world-class standards of quality and efficiency, and for their vital role as strategic partners supporting DEWA’s culture of excellence and reinforcing Dubai’s competitiveness as a leading global destination for business and investment.

In his speech during the ceremony, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, affirmed that recognising DEWA’s suppliers reflects the organisation’s deep appreciation for their valuable contributions and pivotal role in supporting its journey of excellence. He noted that this recognition embodies DEWA’s belief that its achievements are the result of close co-operation with partners who demonstrate competence, commitment and the ability to keep pace with rapid transformation.

“At DEWA, we work in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which has laid the foundations for a resilient and competitive global business environment, consolidating Dubai’s position as an attractive international hub for investment and a catalyst for innovation. Our efforts also align with the Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’, which focuses on turning strategic visions into tangible results that enhance economic growth and support the emirate’s future-readiness,” said Al Tayer.

“Global changes necessitate a redefinition of the concept of partnership, shifting it from a traditional framework to a more flexible model based on future readiness, adaptability and accelerated progress. In this context, Dubai, under the guidance of its wise leadership, continues to invest in developing advanced infrastructure and fostering comprehensive digital transformation, particularly in artificial intelligence, smart technologies and advanced solutions. This ensures the sustainability of services, the resilience of supply chains and enhanced operational efficiency across vital sectors. Based on these directions, we adopt an integrated operational model that relies on innovation, proactiveness and the use of advanced solutions in our internal work system, as well as with our suppliers. We believe that a supplier capable of embracing digital transformation, applying advanced technologies and enhancing operational efficiency is an essential partner in supporting business continuity and achieving service excellence,” added Al Tayer.

Al Tayer emphasised that DEWA has adopted an integrated system of digital services that ensures the highest levels of transparency, accelerates procedures and guarantees equal opportunities, facilitating the work of its partners and allowing them to focus on innovation and achieving meaningful added value. DEWA also attaches great importance to maintaining continuous communication with its partners, actively listening to their feedback and suggestions, and developing co-operation mechanisms to meet their needs and exceed their expectations. He noted that sustainability has become a key criterion governing the various stages of planning, implementation and contracting. In this context, DEWA works closely with its partners to integrate sustainability principles into the supply chain, thereby improving resource efficiency and reduce emissions.

Al Tayer concluded by calling on DEWA’s suppliers to uphold their exceptional contributions with a spirit of partnership, ambition and shared responsibility. He urged them to continue this constructive co-operation to enhance the competitiveness of Dubai and the UAE, paving the way for a more efficient, innovative and sustainable future for generations to come.

The suppliers expressed pride in their partnership with DEWA and praised its advanced organisational environment, governance and transparency, streamlined procedures and continuous support that enables growth and innovation. They affirmed that the recognition was an additional incentive to further develop work systems, strengthen mutual trust and establish a sustainable partnership model that delivers shared value for all parties.