On 24 August 2025, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) has reinforced its strategic position as a global water utility leader through the $1.2 billion acquisition of GS Inima, a prominent international developer and operator of desalination and water management solutions. The transaction increases TAQA’s desalination capacity by 13.7%, reaching a total of 1,421 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD), underscoring its commitment to enhancing global water security at a time of rising demand and intensifying water scarcity.

The acquisition integrates GS Inima’s advanced energy-efficient reverse osmosis (RO) technology and digital twin capabilities into TAQA’s portfolio, a move that aligns with the company’s 2030 strategy to expand low-carbon desalination capacity. By embedding these technologies into its operations, TAQA aims to significantly reduce energy consumption and operational costs while ensuring the sustainability of large-scale desalination infrastructure. This technology-driven approach not only strengthens operational efficiency but also positions TAQA as a key contributor to regional and global water security agendas.

Financially, GS Inima brings an additional €389 million in annual revenues, further diversifying TAQA’s income streams while consolidating its growth profile. Operating across 10 countries, GS Inima provides TAQA with an immediate presence in high-growth, water-stressed regions, including the UAE, Central Asia, and parts of Latin America. This expanded geographic footprint strengthens TAQA’s ability to deliver innovative water solutions to markets where water scarcity is a pressing concern, while also broadening its opportunities for long-term growth through recurring revenue from regulated and contracted water projects.

The acquisition enhances TAQA’s competitive positioning against established global water leaders such as Xylem and Veolia. By leveraging synergies between energy and water, TAQA creates a differentiated value proposition that integrates clean energy supply with efficient water production and management. This integrated model, supported by investments in research and development, enables the company to respond effectively to the $43.7 billion global smart water market—a sector experiencing rapid growth due to increasing demand for digital solutions in water infrastructure.

Moreover, the strategic move reflects TAQA’s vision to evolve into a diversified global utility player with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation. Through the deployment of digital twins, predictive analytics, and AI-driven monitoring, TAQA is expected to achieve optimized asset performance, predictive maintenance, and reduced carbon intensity across its desalination operations. This forward-looking approach aligns with both national and international sustainability agendas, reinforcing TAQA’s leadership in the transition toward low-carbon utilities.