Engie Solutions, a leader in sustainable energy and facilities management solutions, has announced its participation in the upcoming DCD Connect MENA 2025, the region's premier data center industry event taking place April 15-16, 2025, in Dubai.

As the Middle East data center market experiences unprecedented growth, with a projected annual expansion of 17.25 percent between 2025 and 2030, Engie Solutions will demonstrate its innovative approaches to meeting the unique challenges of data center facilities management in the region, where it manages multiple data centers with a total capacity of over 320 MW in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

"The data center landscape in the Middle East is evolving rapidly, particularly with the shift toward AI-focused facilities and the increasing importance of sustainability,” said Graham Easton, UAE general manager. ”Our participation at DCD Connect MENA provides a platform to showcase our expertise in addressing the critical challenges facing data centers in the region, from extreme temperatures to workforce development."

At the event, Engie Solutions will highlight its comprehensive facilities management strategies that help data centers operate efficiently in the Middle East's demanding climate, where temperatures can exceed 50°C (122°F).

The company will also present its solutions for sustainable operations featuring waste management programs that support zero landfill initiatives, energy-efficient cooling systems, and integration of renewable energy sources.

Showcasing its contribution to addressing the industry's workforce challenges through training programs and localization initiatives, Engie will also be demonstrating how early involvement of facilities management (FM) in design processes can optimize data center performance and reliability.

Participating in a DCD>Talk, Graham Easton will share insights into key FM challenges based on the company's extensive experience managing critical infrastructure in the region.

DCD Connect MENA 2025 brings together more than 800 senior leaders from across the data center ecosystem, featuring 130+ industry experts and 60+ exhibitors. The event focuses on designing, building, and operating sustainable data centers across the Middle East and North Africa for the AI age.

Visit the Engie Solutions booth, no. 81, to learn more about its data center facilities management solutions. For more information, visit https://engiesolutions.me/our-solutions/green-data-centres/.