DEWA signs Dell partnership to boost smart grid resilience and cybersecurity

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dell Technologies to explore advanced digital solutions to strengthen cybersecurity, modernize smart grid infrastructure, and expand the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

The agreement will focus on improving operational resilience and business continuity while exploring technologies such as edge computing, AI, and data management to enhance the reliability and efficiency of Dubai’s electricity and water services.

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, said the partnership aligns with Dubai’s efforts to establish itself as a global leader in smart and sustainable infrastructure.

He highlighted the authority’s commitment to working with international technology companies to develop solutions that strengthen cyber resilience, support grid modernization, and improve operational efficiency through AI and data-driven technologies.

The agreement was signed by Hussain Lootah, Executive Vice President of Transmission Power at DEWA, and Walid Yehia, Managing Director for the South Gulf at Dell Technologies.

Yehia emphasized the importance of building secure and intelligent digital infrastructure to support future technological developments.

“Building future-ready infrastructure requires a secure, intelligent and highly resilient digital foundation,” he said.

The collaboration will explore reference designs and pilot projects to modernize smart grids, substations, and electricity network operations.

These initiatives aim to improve system reliability, strengthen monitoring and control capabilities, and enhance operational recovery while ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure.

The two organizations will also assess edge computing solutions designed for remote and field locations, supported by secure infrastructure and centralized management systems.

By integrating emerging technologies into its operations, DEWA aims to strengthen the resilience of its digital and operational infrastructure while supporting Dubai’s broader ambitions for intelligent, efficient, and sustainable utility services.