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Tabreed and Dubai Holding Enter Agreement to Provide District Cooling to Palm Jebel Ali

Tabreed and Dubai Holding Enter Agreement to Provide District Cooling to Palm Jebel Ali

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           Anticipated total cooling capacity of approximately 250,000 Refrigeration Tons (RTs) 

·                     AED 1.5 billion project to be executed in multiple phases 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 17 March 2025National Central Cooling Company (DFM: Tabreed) and Dubai Holding Investments, part of Dubai Holding, have entered a concession agreement to provide district cooling services for Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai. 

The agreement establishes a joint venture, with Tabreed holding a 51% stake and Dubai Holding Investments 49%. This structure is designed to optimise cooling capacity, enhance information-sharing and strengthen customer protection, while ensuring sustainable cooling solutions for one of Dubai’s most transformative developments. 

Supported by Tabreed’s major shareholders, sovereign investor Mubadala (42%) and the French low-carbon energy and services company ENGIE (40%), the agreement was signed by Khalid Al Marzooqi – Chief Executive Officer of Tabreed and Omar Karim – Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Investments, in the presence of senior officials from Tabreed, Dubai Holding, Mubadala and ENGIE. 

Subject to customary approvals, construction of the district cooling network is expected to commence in Q2 2025, with the first cooling services expected to be delivered by 2027. Over time, the system will address the need for approximately 250,000 RTs of cooling capacity and require an estimated investment of AED 1.5 billion.  

Following the signing, Chairman of Tabreed and Chief Executive Officer of Mubadala’s UAE Investments Platform, Dr Bakheet Al Katheeri, said: “Mubadala has a worldwide reputation for being a responsible investor with an unwavering focus on its ESG framework and Tabreed is a vital part of our portfolio as a driver of sustainability and societal progress. The signing marks a major milestone in Tabreed’s 27-year history and underscores the company’s commitment to providing sustainable, high-efficiency cooling solutions for large-scale developments. I am eagerly looking forward to witnessing the successful progress of this landmark project.” 

Omar Karim, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Investments, commented: “This agreement reinforces Dubai Holding’s long-term vision of developing sustainable communities with high-quality infrastructure at their core. Palm Jebel Ali is one of Dubai’s most ambitious developments and by incorporating district cooling services we support our customers and align to our commitment to deliver future-ready urban environments.” 

Commenting on the agreement, Chief Executive Officer of Tabreed, Khalid Al Marzooqi, added: “Palm Jebel Ali is a transformative project that will shape Dubai’s future and we are proud to play a role in ensuring its infrastructure meets world-class standards. With our extensive experience and cutting-edge technology, we will deliver reliable and environmentally responsible cooling that benefits residents, visitors and stakeholders alike.” 


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