Dubai Municipality signs MoU with BESIX to accelerate energy transition

By Arya M Nair, Official Reporter
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BESIX, a Belgian-French construction group based in Brussels, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Municipality (DM), marking a significant step in its mission to contribute for sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and the energy transition.

The MoU was signed at COP28 and underlined the parties’ commitment to implementing impactful and sustainable solutions for a better world. The MoU formalizes a high-level cooperation agreement between BESIX, Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI) and DM to promote collaboration, aligning perfectly with our commitment to innovation and sustainability.

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Peter Lembrechts
GM – BESIX

“Dubai Municipality is a valued partner who shares our vision for a sustainable future. This partnership underlines BESIX’s commitment in the vital areas of energy transition and waste management. Together with DM and HZI, we can deliver sustainable solutions that address local challenges.”

Key Highlights of the MoU

  • BESIX, and partner HZI, will cooperate on training, knowledge exchange, conferences, and field visits related to our field of work, with a strong focus on sustainable energy solutions.
  • Dubai Municipality will support BESIX and HZI in researching and publishing scientific papers, exchanging knowledge and experiences, and participating in relevant conferences, particularly those related to BESIX’s energy transition projects.
  • In return, BESIX will offer consultations, technical training programs, and joint research efforts, particularly emphasizing our solid waste portfolio, including Emirates RDF, Warsan Waste to Energy, Sludge to Energy, Green Hydrogen, and SAFI.

This partnership is an exciting opportunity for BESIX to contribute to the growth and development of Dubai as a global leader in sustainability and clean energy.

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