Emarat EV Charging Stations Company (UAEV), a joint venture between the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Etihad Water and Electricity, has entered into a strategic agreement with AW Rostamani Group (AWR Group) to significantly enhance the electric vehicle charging experience across the UAE.
This agreement, WAM reported, was signed on the sidelines of the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS 2025) and supports the UAE’s commitment to sustainable mobility and future-ready transport solutions. Present at the signing were Hicham Ezzahid, CEO; Badr Al Awadhi, chief commercial officer; and Andrew Chan, chief operating officer from UAEV, along with Sanaa Ouahmane, CEO of the Mobility Services division; Sara O’hara, chief marketing and communications officer; and Sandeeep Arora, director of Business Excellence from AW Rostamani Group.
AWR Group, through its flagship automotive business, serves as the exclusive distributor of Zeekr and smart vehicles in the UAE, overseeing both sales and after-sales services. Under the terms of the agreement, the group will provide charging credits to customers who purchase Zeekr and smart electric vehicles, utilizing the UAEV charging network. Additionally, these credits can be activated through the UAEV app and used at any UAEV station across the country, granting drivers convenient access to one of the UAE’s fastest-growing EV charging networks.
Enhancing EV adoption
Hicham Ezzahid, CEO of UAEV, remarked, “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our mission to make electric vehicle adoption easier, more rewarding, and truly accessible for everyone in the UAE. Strategic collaborations like this enhance the ownership experience and accelerate the nation’s transition to clean mobility. When infrastructure and innovation move in lockstep, adoption becomes a natural outcome.”
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Prioritizing customer education and accessibility
Sanaa Ouahmane, CEO of the Mobility Services division at AWR Group, stated, “This is more than a business collaboration—it’s a strategic alliance that puts customer education, accessibility, and sustainability at the forefront. We are not just supporting electric vehicle adoption—we’re enabling a new standard for how people move.”
She further added, “AW Rostamani Group is committed to supporting the UAE’s vision for a net-zero future. This partnership with UAEV addresses a critical market need for robust charging infrastructure, enabling the adoption of electric vehicles across the country.”
Supporting UAE’s net zero strategy
The agreement aligns with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy and National Electric Vehicles Policy by improving accessibility for EV drivers and promoting the adoption of climate-smart transport solutions. The initiative is projected to reduce over 100,000 tons of CO₂ by 2030, contributing to the nation’s low-emission future.
Expansion of charging network
With 122 charging ports currently operational—including several ultra-fast chargers—and plans to expand to 300 by the end of 2025, UAEV operates the largest EV network in the Northern Emirates and continues its expansion across the country. Moreover, its high-speed DC charging stations are strategically located to alleviate range anxiety and provide drivers the confidence to travel freely.
Addressing charging limitations
Charging limitations have long posed a barrier to EV adoption. Through this partnership, AWR Group and UAEV are directly addressing these concerns by offering reliable, accessible, and seamless charging solutions.
This initiative also supports UAEV’s broader goal of establishing a dependable, nationwide network that facilitates the entire EV ownership journey—from purchase to daily use. The collaboration effectively bridges the gap between vehicle and infrastructure, simplifying ownership and enhancing the overall driving experience.
Furthermore, the charging credit program is set to launch in the coming months. Zeekr and smart drivers will be encouraged to download the UAEV app to activate their credits and access the national charging network.
