Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) has posted record financial results for 2025, delivering strong revenue and profit growth alongside expanding operational capacity and customer reach, reinforcing its role as a leading district cooling provider in Dubai.
The Dubai Financial Market-listed company reported revenues of AED3.419 billion for the year, up 4.9 percent from 2024. Net profit rose 10.5 percent to AED1.004 billion, while profits attributable to shareholders reached AED993.3 million. Profit before tax climbed to AED1.103 billion, reflecting the same rate of growth.
Empower’s operational performance also reached new highs. Total connected capacity rose to around 1.7 million refrigeration tonnes, while contracted capacity increased by 11 percent year-on-year to nearly 2 million refrigeration tonnes. The growth was supported by the signing of 186 new contracts during 2025.
Chief Executive Officer Ahmed bin Shafar said the company’s sustained growth in revenues and profits, combined with continued expansion of its infrastructure and project portfolio, has strengthened Empower’s position as a key partner in Dubai’s sustainable urban development and as a trusted provider of energy-efficient cooling solutions.
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation increased by 6.2 percent compared to the previous year, reflecting improved operational efficiency.
The total number of buildings served by Empower reached 1,747 in 2025, up 7 percent year-on-year. Newly registered customers rose by 26 percent, bringing the total customer base to 156,000.
Empower also processed 979,051 bill payment transactions through its electronic channels, marking a 10 percent increase. In addition, the company approved 46,876 no-objection certificate service requests, supporting faster approvals for consultants and contractors and streamlining project execution.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
