Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 26, 2025: InfraX, the digital arm of Digital DEWA, the digital subsidiary of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has signed a series of landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Ericsson, Huawei, and Hikvision. These agreements mark a major step forward in advancing the UAE’s smart infrastructure and digital transformation within the utilities sector through cutting-edge technologies in connectivity, automation, and artificial intelligence.
InfraX and Ericsson: Driving Smart Utility Innovation
InfraX and Ericsson signed an MoU to accelerate digital transformation across the UAE’s utilities sector. The collaboration focuses on developing innovative Internet of Things (IoT) and automation-based use cases designed to improve the efficiency of smart facilities. The two companies will exchange technical expertise and deploy scalable digital solutions that enhance operational performance while paving the way for future innovation.
Rashid Al Ahmadi, Chief Operating Officer of InfraX, said:
“These strategic partnerships are key enablers for Dubai’s digital transformation journey. By combining the strength of InfraX’s advanced infrastructure with Ericsson’s global innovation, we are building a smart, secure, and sustainable ecosystem that supports Dubai’s vision for a fully connected future.”
Petra Schirren, Head of Ericsson GCC, added:
“Our partnership with InfraX underscores our commitment to supporting the UAE’s digital transformation agenda. Together, we will develop customized use cases for utilities that showcase the critical role of digital technologies in enabling smarter, more sustainable infrastructure.”
InfraX and Huawei: Building Future-Ready Networks
InfraX also signed an MoU with Huawei to accelerate the modernization of Dubai’s utility networks and enhance energy distribution efficiency in alignment with the UAE’s sustainable digital growth goals. The partnership will explore the development of high-reliability communications networks for critical utility operations.
Leveraging Huawei’s global expertise in 5G, AI, and intelligent networking, InfraX aims to enhance operational efficiency and align with Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050.
Rashid Al Ahmadi commented:
“Partnering with Huawei allows us to leverage advanced communication technologies that improve energy distribution and operational performance, supporting Dubai’s sustainability and innovation goals.”
Alex Zhang, General Manager of Huawei Enterprise Business Group UAE, said:
“Together with InfraX, we aim to build a smarter, more connected, and sustainable future. Our mission is to empower UAE utilities with intelligent, secure, and high-performing network solutions.”
InfraX and Hikvision: Advancing AI-Powered Visual Analytics
InfraX’s third MoU, signed with Hikvision, focuses on integrating AI-driven visual analytics and video management systems into UAE’s smart infrastructure. The collaboration seeks to create next-generation, data-driven solutions that enhance operational awareness, efficiency, and decision-making for large-scale facilities and critical infrastructure.
Frank Song, President of Hikvision Middle East and Africa, stated:
“Our partnership with InfraX marks an important step in expanding AI-powered visual analytics across infrastructure and enterprise sectors. By combining Hikvision’s AI and IoT expertise with InfraX’s digital capabilities, we aim to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient environments.”
These partnerships collectively strengthen InfraX’s position as a leader in digital connectivity and smart infrastructure, aligning with the UAE’s vision to build a future-ready digital economy powered by innovation, sustainability, and intelligent technologies.
