Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) and Eaton, a global leader in intelligent power management, have entered into a landmark agreement to construct a new sustainable campus in Dubai.
This initiative aims to consolidate Eaton’s commercial, manufacturing, and support operations under one roof, bolstering its capabilities in advanced manufacturing of electrical and electronic components crucial for sectors like data centers, buildings, and solar energy.
Spanning over 500,000 square feet, construction of the state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to commence in 2025 with completion anticipated by 2026. The campus will house advanced research, engineering, and manufacturing facilities, including a cutting-edge R&D center dedicated to sustainable manufacturing, power management, machine learning, AI, and related technologies.
Expected to create approximately 700 jobs encompassing high-skilled engineering and advanced manufacturing roles, the project underscores Dubai's strategic push towards becoming a global hub for high-tech manufacturing and innovation. The facility will exemplify sustainable building practices and embrace Industry 4.0 principles, leveraging automation, analytics, and advanced robotics to optimize production processes.
The signing ceremony, held at Jafza and attended by dignitaries including His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World, and Craig Arnold, Chairman and CEO of Eaton, marks a significant milestone in Dubai’s development strategy. H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem highlighted the project's alignment with Dubai's D33 strategy, aiming to enhance the UAE’s economic landscape while promoting sustainable energy practices.
Craig Arnold emphasized Eaton’s commitment to regional growth and innovation, reaffirming their role in advancing Dubai’s transformation towards green manufacturing and fostering local talent development.
This partnership sets a benchmark for sustainable development in the region, promising to propel Dubai's industrial sector into a new era of efficiency and innovation.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
