Dubai’s Community Development Authority (CDA) has partnered with UAEV to install EV charging stations at community majlis and wedding halls, Gulf News reported on July 9, 2026. The project brings charging to the places where Emirati families gather, rather than only to highways and malls.
Rollout Plan
| Phase | Locations |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 (live) | Al Rashidiya, Al Barsha and Nad Al Sheba majlis |
| Phase 2 (2026) | Al Khawaneej Majlis, Al Warqa Majlis and Al Barsha Wedding Hall |
| Phase 3 (2027) | Al Twar Wedding Hall, Al Awir Majlis and Hatta Majlis |
Gulf News describes UAEV as the UAE’s first fully government-owned EV charging network. The article cites Dubai’s goal of more than 1,000 charging points by 2030.
Destination Charging Comes to the Gulf
Majlis and wedding halls are classic destination sites: people stay for hours, so AC or mid-power chargers can add significant range. The project reflects a shift in Gulf charging from highway corridors to community and residential locations.
What It Means for Buyers
For contractors and distributors in the UAE, community, hospitality and residential sites are growing segments. In Gulf conditions, siting matters as much as hardware: covered or shaded installation keeps chargers within their rated temperature. See our UAE market page.
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Key Takeaways
- Dubai’s CDA and UAEV are installing chargers at majlis and wedding halls in three phases.
- Phase 1 is live at Al Rashidiya, Al Barsha and Nad Al Sheba majlis.
- Phases 2 and 3 run through 2026 and 2027.
- Gulf charging is shifting from highways to community destination sites.
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