The Fujairah F3 Independent Power Producer (IPP) project has officially commenced full commercial operations as of Monday, October 27, 2025. Situated in the Qidfa area of Fujairah, this 2.4-gigawatt (GW) facility stands as one of the largest and most efficient gas-fired power plants in the United Arab Emirates. The plant is designed to power approximately 380,000 homes, providing reliable electricity while supporting the UAE’s strategic energy transition towards renewable and clean energy sources.
The project is a collaborative effort involving Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA), Marubeni Corporation, Mubadala Investment Company, and Hokuriku Electric Power Company. It features state-of-the-art JAC-class gas turbine technology from Mitsubishi Power, integrated into an advanced Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) configuration. This technology ensures high thermal efficiency, rapid response capabilities, and a low emissions profile, making Fujairah F3 a cornerstone of the UAE’s cleaner and more sustainable energy production.
Developed under the IPP model, the ownership structure of the project includes TAQA (40%), Marubeni Corporation (20.4%), Mubadala (20%), and Hokuriku Electric Power (19.6%). EWEC serves as the sole procurer of electricity from the project under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).
Andreas Collor, Chief Operations Officer of TAQA’s Generation business, emphasized the plant’s role in meeting growing power demand and its flexibility in integrating renewables into the grid. Mohamed Almarzooqi, Chief Asset Development and Management Officer of EWEC, highlighted the plant’s transitional capacity in supporting utility-scale renewable energy integration while ensuring grid reliability during peak demand periods.
Dr. Alyazia Ali Al Kuwaiti, Executive Director of Mubadala’s UAE Investments platform, noted the project’s contribution to national energy security and its alignment with Mubadala’s Net Zero goals. Naoki Ito of Marubeni Corporation and Masayoshi Hayashi of Hokuriku Electric Power Company both underscored the importance of international partnerships and innovative approaches in addressing the region’s evolving energy needs.
Les Graham, Executive Managing Director of Fujairah Power Company F3 LLC, emphasized the plant’s efficiency and flexibility in enabling the growth of renewable energy in the UAE, aligning with the vision of a sustainable grid.
Fujairah F3 is a critical component of EWEC’s long-term strategy to increase the share of renewable and clean energy in the electricity generation mix. Its flexible operations and high-efficiency generation capacity complement the integration of intermittent renewable energy, supporting a modern, decarbonized energy system. This project exemplifies the UAE’s commitment to deploying cutting-edge technologies that reduce emissions, boost efficiency, and support sustainable development.