- New facility launched in UAE to enhance regional manufacturing capabilities
- Through this launch, Schneider Electric to support the UAE’s ‘Make it in the Emirates Strategy’ and the ongoing In-Country Value program.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: October, 2024 – Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has officially announced a new manufacturing facility in the UAE that aims to offer AI-ready data center solutions to cater to the region’s growing data center market.
The new facility is designed to manufacture and assemble AI-ready prefabricated modular data centers, supporting the UAE’s ‘Make it in the Emirates’ strategy and the ongoing In-Country Value (ICV) program, which is designed to boost local economic growth and increase the contribution of the private sector to the UAE’s GDP.
This launch reinforces Schneider Electric’s role in boosting local production, driving sustainability and industrial growth through advanced manufacturing practices.
Amel Chadli, President of Gulf Countries, Schneider Electric commented: “Our expansion in local manufacturing reflects Schneider Electric’s commitment to the UAE’s vision for industrial growth and sustainability. By advancing our AI-powered data center solutions, we are addressing the country’s increasing demand for scalable, energy-efficient, digital infrastructure. This facility will allow us to deliver data center solutions that align with both national economic objectives and the evolving needs of industries.”
The new range of data centers is designed to meet customer demands for greater predictability, lower total cost of ownership, and faster deployment. Beyond addressing the region’s infrastructure needs, the facility will also drive local job creation, with up to 70% local content across supply chain management, logistics, project management and maintenance. This reinforces Schneider Electric’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s industrial growth and economic development.
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