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Press Release29 June 2022Siemens AGDubai
UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, Audi and Siemens agree to cooperate on electric vehicle charging network
“The use of
electric vehicles has become a reality, and our collaboration with the private
sector and leading international companies is accelerating the pace to develop
technology and software related how electric vehicles work and the
infrastructure they need,” said Sharif Salim Al Olama, Under-Secretary of the
Ministry of Energy and Industry. “Given that the UAE is a pioneer in the use of
EVs, we decided to enter such an ambitious partnership that support the
country’s adoption of electric vehicles.”
On June 8, 2022, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said it
would deploy ten Siemens Sicharge D 160 kW ultra-fast chargers on the highways
in Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah. All are cloud-connected
devices which allow operators to monitor and manage the chargers remotely.
“We look forward to working with the Ministry and Audi on this important
project that demonstrates our
commitment to supporting sustainability programs in the United Arab Emirates,”
said Helmut von Struve, the Chief Executive Officer of Siemens in the Middle
East. “Siemens is proud
to be a part of the country’s embrace of an electrical mobility ecosystem, and
to contribute to the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative.”
Since 2020, Audi has been the largest manufacturer of
electric vehicles among Germany’s three premium brands. The launch of e-tron GT
continues Audi’s transformation into becoming a key provider of sustainable
premium mobility.
By 2026, more than 20 all-electric Audi models will be
introduced and the brand is investing in several initiatives focusing on the
development of a high-performance charging infrastructure in order to
contribute to EV readiness in the region.
“Audi Middle East is delighted to begin this
partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Siemens which
further underlines our commitment to electrification in the UAE as we continue
to redefine the mobility of the future”
said Carsten Bender, Managing Director of Audi Middle East.
“We have been very vocal about
our commitment to electrification in the region and look forward through this
collaboration to develop solutions which will support EV customers in the UAE
based around the latest technologies and charging solutions such as the Audi
Charge Hub concept.”
“To not only be aligned with the UAE’s “Net Zero 2050”
initiative but now an active participant in it is an honor and a privilege we
are very proud of.”
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In addition, Siemens holds a minority stake in Siemens Energy, a global leader in the transmission and generation of electrical power.In fiscal 2021, which ended on September 30, 2021, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €62.3 billion and net income of €6.7 billion. As of September 30, 2021, the company had around 303,000 employees worldwide. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
Reference Number: MEPR20220629452EN