DEWA and Rothschild & Co have engaged in discussions to scale capital-intensive businesses, focusing on strategies to enhance reliability, operational excellence, and long-term planning.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), met with Sir John Rose, Deputy Chairman of Rothschild & Co, who was accompanied by Saeed Al Awar, Partner and Head of Rothschild & Co Middle East.
The meeting also covered innovative financing structures for long-cycle infrastructure projects, international expansion strategies relevant to regional utilities, and practical pathways for DEWA to unlock additional value from global growth opportunities.
Furthermore, the meeting also explored innovative financing structures for large infrastructure projects and examined potential pathways for DEWA to unlock new global growth opportunities, solidifying its position on the international stage.
Al Tayer underscored DEWA’s forward-looking agenda as it continues to explore partnerships and apply best practices that enhance resilience, strengthen value creation, and support its long-term strategic objectives, both within the UAE and on the international stage.
The meeting comes amid continued growth in Dubai’s financial ecosystem, with several international capital and advisory firms, including Rothschild, establishing or expanding their presence in recent years.
This surge in global investment reflects Dubai’s evolving status as a key financial hub, attracting major international players seeking to capitalize on the city’s strategic position, dynamic market, and ambitious infrastructure development plans.
According to the reports, “As the city continues to diversify its economy, firms like Rothschild are strengthening their presence to support regional growth and long-term investment opportunities.”
