Dubai Engineering (DECO Group) proudly participated in WETEX 2024, one of the premier exhibitions dedicated to sustainability, water, energy, and the environment. This year, we were honored to exhibit alongside our esteemed partner LST GmbH, Lloyd Systemtechnik, marking another milestone in our commitment to advancing sustainable solutions across the GCC and beyond.
Collaboration & Innovation at the Core
WETEX 2024 wasn’t just an exhibition—it was a dynamic platform where innovators, engineers, and industry leaders gathered to shape the future of utilities and infrastructure. Over the four days, the DECO team engaged in:
- High-level discussions with global industry leaders on the energy-water nexus
- Productive meetings exploring future collaborations and joint ventures
- Live demonstrations of cutting-edge EPC technologies in water treatment and power generation
- Knowledge-sharing sessions on best practices for sustainable engineering
Our stand served as a hub of innovation, showcasing DECO’s full spectrum of capabilities while LST GmbH highlighted their advanced system solutions and hallmark German precision engineering.
DECO Technologies on Display
At the heart of our exhibit were several breakthrough solutions designed to tackle current and future challenges:
- Modular desalination units optimized for low-energy consumption
- Smart telemetry systems enabling real-time monitoring of water networks
- Prefabricated green infrastructure components for rapid deployment
- Hybrid solar-powered pump stations with integrated battery storage
Attendees were particularly drawn to the interactive dashboards we presented, which visualized lifecycle carbon footprints and projected cost savings.
Engaging Panel Discussions
DECO’s experts took the stage in multiple panel sessions, delivering insights on:
- Transitioning to circular water economies through reuse and recycling
- Integrating renewable energy sources into existing utility grids
- Enhancing procurement transparency with blockchain-enabled traceability
- Designing resilient infrastructure for climate-stressed regions
Our presentations sparked lively Q&A exchanges, with participants praising the practical case studies we shared from recent projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Networking & Strategic Partnerships
Beyond the formal sessions, WETEX 2024 provided invaluable networking opportunities:
- One-on-one roundtables with government agencies and regulatory bodies
- Informal meet-ups with fellow EPC firms to discuss regional market trends
- Collaborative whiteboard workshops mapping out pilot projects in smart cities
- Social events where over 1,200 professionals exchanged ideas and business cards
These interactions laid the groundwork for several memorandum of understandings (MOUs) that DECO will finalize in Q4 2025.
DECO’s Impact Stories
Our visitors connected deeply with real-world examples of DECO’s sustainable impact, including:
- A coastal desalination plant that reduced energy consumption by 25 percent
- A wastewater-to-reclaimed water scheme serving 50,000 residents
- A microgrid project in a remote community powered entirely by solar and wind
Hearing firsthand from our engineers about these successes reinforced the value of our EPC-plus-services model, which blends turnkey delivery with post-commissioning support.
Key Takeaways & Actionable Insights
From the wealth of perspectives at WETEX, DECO distilled four core lessons:
- Embedding digital twins into project lifecycles accelerates problem-solving and risk mitigation
- Cross-industry collaborations unlock novel financing and operational models
- Stakeholder engagement at the design stage ensures smoother regulatory approvals
- Continuous R&D partnerships are essential to stay ahead of evolving environmental standards
These insights will directly inform our bids, R&D roadmap, and client workshops throughout 2025.
Looking Ahead: DECO’s 2025 Roadmap
Building on the momentum from WETEX, DECO Group will:
- Launch a sustainability accelerator program for startup technologies in water and energy
- Enhance our EPC toolkit with AI-driven performance forecasting modules
- Scale up pilot projects in Oman and Egypt focused on solar-reverse osmosis desalination
- Host a regional symposium on green procurement practices in Q2 2025
Our aim is to translate every lesson learned into tangible solutions that deliver measurable environmental and economic benefits.
Gratitude & Moving Forward
We extend our heartfelt thanks to:
- Every visitor who stopped by our stand and shared their insights
- The WETEX organizers for hosting such a world-class event
- Our partner LST GmbH for their outstanding collaboration and shared vision
Together, we are shaping a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable tomorrow. We look forward to cultivating the partnerships and pilot initiatives sparked at WETEX 2024, and to sharing our progress with you in the months ahead.
