Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, officially inaugurated Middle East Energy 2025 on Monday as more than 1,600 energy suppliers from across the globe started a three-day showcase of their latest innovations and new-to-market technologies.
Supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, this year marks the 49th edition of Middle East Energy, the region’s leading energy summit. Running until April 9 at Dubai World Trade Centre, more than 150 energy leaders and experts are exploring transformative sector innovations, global energy market dynamics, and how Artificial Intelligence is helping enable a sustainable, affordable energy future.
Speaking during the opening tour, Sheikh Ahmed highlighted the significance of Middle East Energy 2025 in supporting the transition to sustainable energy and enhancing the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation in the energy sector. He also emphasised that the exhibition serves as a leading platform for bringing together prominent experts and local and international companies to showcase the latest innovations shaping the future of the energy industry.
“The continued organisation of Middle East Energy for a 49th consecutive year in Dubai reflects international confidence in the emirate as a strategic centre for conferences and exhibitions, and reinforces its role in leading the global dialogue on energy security and sustainability,” said Sheikh Ahmed.
A keynote speech from Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, outlined the UAE’s plans to make its grid one of the cleanest in the world by 2030 through renewable mega-projects in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
An address from Nani Juwara, Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Gambia, was then followed by Ziad-Alexandre Hayek, President of the World Association of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Units & Professionals, who emphasised the urgent challenges of climate resilience, energy security, and aging infrastructure, contrasted with the advanced state of technology.
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