DEWA and Dubai Taxi Company sign contract to deploy ultra-fast EV charging stations

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) have signed a long-term strategic contract to deploy ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles within DTC’s fleet across the emirate as part of DEWA’s EV Green Charger initiative. This step strengthens green mobility in Dubai. The project will see the rollout of 208 ultra-fast EV charge points over the duration of the contract, aligning with DTC’s fleet transformation road map and Dubai’s sustainability vision. 

In the presence of HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, the contract was signed by Waleed bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence at DEWA, and Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi, CEO of Dubai Taxi Company. The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials and sustainability leaders during the 27th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), organised by DEWA at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 30 September to 2 October 2025.

Al Tayer said: “We continue our efforts to strengthen Dubai’s position as a leading global city in adopting clean energy solutions and sustainable mobility through the EV Green Charger initiative, which today provides more than 1,500 charging points across the emirate, including those delivered in partnership with entities from the government and private sectors. Our partnership with Dubai Taxi supports the objectives of the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030 and the Dubai Social Agenda 33, which aims to make Dubai the city offering the best living experience. This is achieved by accelerating the transition in the transport sector to reduce emissions, enhance operational efficiency and support the goals of the Dubai Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050. This agreement reflects our long-term commitment to pioneering solutions that support the UAE’s climate action efforts, strengthen Dubai’s competitiveness and reinforce the emirate’s status as a leading global destination for living, working and investing.”

Abdul Mushen Ibrahim Kalbat, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dubai Taxi Company, said: “With a commanding 45% share of Dubai’s taxi market, DTC is leading the charge toward sustainable mobility, aiming to convert 100% of its fleet – taxis and limousines – to electric vehicles by 2040. This ambitious transformation forms a key pillar of DTC’s sustainability strategy, positioning the company as a blueprint for clean, connected and future-ready transport. Our partnership with DEWA reflects a shared commitment to electrification, efficiency and environmental responsibility. It’s not just a technological upgrade but a strategic investment in the future of mobility that advances national climate goals and delivers long-term operational efficiency.” 

Significant reduction in carbon emissions
The first phase, featuring next-generation chargers delivering up to 360 kW each, will form the backbone of a high-performance network designed to serve DTC’s growing electric vehicle fleet, which is set to surpass 2,500 EVs by 2030 and reach 100% electrification by 2040. 

The initial phase of the contract involves launching two main hubs for charging points: DTC Depot near Dubai International Airport and DTC’s headquarters in Muhaisnah 4. These stations are expected to reduce 37,939 metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually. The general impact of this rollout on the city is significant. With the inclusion of Dubai Taxi’s existing charging units, the total annual emissions savings will reach 49,654 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide – a major contribution to the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategy. 

DEWA launched the EV Green Charger initiative in 2014 to provide pioneering charging infrastructure that keeps pace with the steady increase in the number of electric vehicles in Dubai.