UAE-based Global South Utilities (GSU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Guyana Power and Light, the national electricity company of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, to explore opportunities for developing energy infrastructure projects.
The MoU establishes a framework for cooperation to identify, assess, and develop potential projects in Guyana’s energy sector, including electricity generation and infrastructure, modernization of power networks, and the integration of renewable energy sources to enhance the reliability, resilience, and sustainability of the country’s national energy system.
The partnership comes as Guyana, one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, seeks to meet rising demand for modern, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure capable of supporting rapid economic growth.
The collaboration also provides a platform to assess opportunities for developing Guyana’s energy sector while strengthening the UAE’s expanding economic presence in South America and the Caribbean.
According to the statement, the partnership marks Global South Utilities’ first expansion into South America and supports the company’s strategy of growing across emerging markets through collaborations with governments and national energy operators. Together, they aim to develop modern energy infrastructure that strengthens energy security and promotes sustainable economic development.
Ali Al Shammari, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Global South Utilities, said that Guyana is undergoing a pivotal phase of economic and infrastructure development, creating significant opportunities to build more resilient energy systems capable of supporting sustainable growth.
He stated that the partnership with Guyana Power and Light would help explore projects that advance electricity infrastructure and accelerate the country’s energy transition.
Al Shammari added that the agreement marks an important milestone in the company’s international expansion strategy and reflects Global South Utilities’ commitment to developing reliable, sustainable, and future-ready energy infrastructure across emerging and high-growth markets.
He also highlighted the importance of international partnerships in supporting sustainable development and fostering long-term economic cooperation.
The MoU reflects the growing economic ties between the UAE and Guyana and supports the objectives of the UAE trade mission to South America and the Caribbean, which aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and explore new opportunities in strategic sectors, as per the statement.
