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First of a kind project to be delivered for a logistics company in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - RSA logistics and SirajPower have signed a solar lease agreement to deliver a solar rooftop solution in Dubai. SirajPower will develop a solar system of 1.1 MW on RSA logistics’ rooftop, in Dubai Logistics City, Dubai South. The solar system will cover more than 90% of the energy consumption.
David Auriau, Director at SirajPower highlighted: “This first-of-a-kind project will not only help cut energy expenditure, but will also help promote a green image among the public. Logistics companies have a key role to play in transforming Dubai into the smartest city in the world, and we sincerely thank RSA Logistics for trusting our venture and partnering with us in this initiative of building a green economy.”
The agreement between RSA Logistics and SirajPower is in line with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) Shams Dubai initiative, the new regulatory framework put in place by the Dubai government in order to encourage solar solutions across the Emirate. It is part of the Smart Dubai initiative launched in 2015 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to transform Dubai into the smartest city in the world. The initiative encourages the development of grid connected rooftop solar capacity, and complements Dubai’s efforts to diversify energy sources and reduce energy demand by 30% by 2030.
Abhishek Ajay Shah, Co-Founder and Managing Director at RSA Logistics commented: “We firmly believe in investing in sustainable initiatives that drive down our carbon footprint and help us act responsibly towards our environment. While a project of this scale is a significant step, we are confident in its long-term benefits for energy saving. We are proud of our partnership with SirajPower and for being the first logistics company to engage in an environmental friendly project and are committed to contributing to the UAE government’s vision of making Dubai a global centre of clean energy, green economy and sustainable development.”
SirajPower, a Dubai-based joint venture devoted to net metering, provides comprehensive turnkey net metering solutions on solar rooftops in Dubai. Whilst the partners have been operating in the field for several years and across multiple geographies, SirajPower started operations on its first project in Dubai in January 2016, and since then has secured a number of large and prestigious projects, all with blue chip names in the region.
About RSA Logistics:
RSA Logistics is a multi-award winning third-party logistics provider based in Dubai, with global alliances that help extend its reach to every corner of the world. The company offers storage and 360-degree supply chain solutions, including distribution, transportation, and international freight. RSA’s clients hail from a diverse portfolio of industries that include automotive, power generation, petrochemicals & chemicals and food & beverage. RSA further deploys its expertise by offering on-site logistics to companies that operate their own warehouses – bringing sophisticated and tailor-made people, process and technology solutions to the client’s doorstep.
The company’s headquarters are strategically located between Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South, providing the ideal infrastructure for its transportation, distribution and international freight service offerings. RSA’s innovative solutions and high-tech value-added services ensure a personalized services like no other for its customers.
In a bid to create a highly specialized service hub in the Middle East for the storage of dangerous goods, RSA partnered with German chemical logistics experts in 2013 and created RSA-TALKE. RSA has also started operations in Kenya and India to further its global presence. In the latest addition to its portfolio, RSA has launched cold chain operations under the banner RSA Cold Chain (RCC), providing dedicated end-to-end 3PL services for packaged food, fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy products, and frozen food.
RSA was awarded Employer of the Year at the Middle East HR Excellence Awards 2016, the Gulf Customer Experience Award 2016, the 3PL Service Provider of the Year at SCATA 2016, Excellence in Trade award by Stars of Business 2015, and was ranked No. 9 in the Dubai SME 100 List 2015.
For more information on RSA Logistics, please visit the RSA website at: www.rsalogistics.com
About SirajPower
Siraj Power was born out of the partnership between Corys Environment, the environmental investment arm of Green Coast Enterprises, a family owned business established in 1977, and Akuo Energy, a leading French independent renewable energy power producer. SirajPower offers innovative solar solutions to businesses, government agencies, commercial, industrial and educational institutions of all sizes within the UAE. The company’s advanced, record-breaking solar technology allows customers to maximise savings, gain energy independence, and meet sustainability goals. For more information on SirajPower, please visit: www.sirajpower.com
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