Tellus Power MENA will produce both AC and DC chargers—including high-power, vehicle‑to‑grid capable units—aimed at meeting booming local demand and facilitating expansion throughout the GCC. Factory construction is slated for completion later in 2025, with the first UAE-made chargers expected to hit the market by year-end.
The Ministry of Investment assumed an active role, supporting partners in due diligence, negotiations and compliance, while liaising with government entities and free zones to smooth the venture’s setup. Its involvement highlights the government’s commitment to the National Investment Strategy and the National Electric Vehicles Policy, which aims for 50% EV adoption by 2050.
Leadership from all parties expressed confidence in the venture’s potential. Mike Calise, CEO of Tellus Power, stressed that the move “dramatically extends our global reach” and aligns with the UAE’s growing role in clean technology and smart mobility. Marius Ciavola, CEO of Sing Family Enterprise Middle East, said the new company could make the UAE a “centre of excellence for EV charging,” with product export ambitions beyond the region. Mohammad BinHendi, Group CEO of BinHendi Holding, emphasised a vision to build “national capability” and transform the nation into a manufacturing hub for next‑generation mobility infrastructure.
The partnership brings global EV technology expertise and regional investment clout to drive localised production. Tellus Power, based in California, already serves clients across the US, Europe, India, China, South America and the GCC, offering a breadth of technological know‑how. BinHendi and Sing Family add regional financing strength and local networks aimed at fast‑tracking time‑to‑market.
The venture dovetails with broader infrastructure trends in the UAE. Data suggests the nation had approximately 950 charging stations and 2,470 charge points by the end of 2023, with estimates forecasting a surge to some 70,000 by 2030 to support burgeoning EV growth. These figures illustrate the scale of demand this initiative hopes to address.
The push into manufacturing also fits a global shift towards diversifying supply chains for critical EV infrastructure. By producing chargers domestically, the UAE aims to reduce import reliance, add value locally, and capture a greater share of the regional OEM market amid mounting interest in bi‑directional charging technology.
This joint venture builds on wider momentum. The UAE is rolling out supportive policies and incentives to accelerate EV ecosystem development. AD Invest Office and Dubai Electricity & Water Authority, among others, have recently announced investments in charging infrastructure expansion. Industry insiders note that plug standardisation, connectivity protocols, and urban charger density remain critical to regional interoperability and user uptake.
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