By: Utilities middle east

The energy storage sector in the Middle East is on the cusp of major change, driven by advances in next-generation technologies and strategic partnerships. At the heart of this transformation is Enercap Holdings’ innovative graphene-based supercapacitor technology, now set to scale dramatically through a new joint venture with Abu Dhabi’s Apex Investment.

As we highlighted in our April cover story, Enercap’s proprietary technology offers a safer, faster, and more sustainable alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The joint venture aims to establish a giga factory with an annual capacity of 16GWh, positioning Enercap as a key enabler of regional energy resilience and clean energy integration.

Revolutionising Energy Storage

Enercap’s supercapacitors deliver rapid charge and discharge capabilities, extended lifespans, and improved safety profiles—advantages that make them particularly suited for utility-scale and industrial applications. CEO Waseem Ashraf Qureshi emphasises a growth strategy based on innovation and collaboration to meet evolving market needs.

Scaling Production to Meet Growing Demand

The new giga factory in Abu Dhabi, supported by upgrades to an existing 6GWh facility, will enable Enercap to meet rising demand across the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. Apex Investment CEO Mark Blackwell notes that flexibility and reliability are core to their approach, with advanced digital energy management systems enhancing real-time optimisation and grid integration.

Targeting Strategic Regional Markets

Markets such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and South Africa are key growth areas, driven by renewable energy ambitions and infrastructure modernisation. Enercap is actively engaging with governments and regulators to support policies that promote advanced energy storage adoption.

Building Supply Chain and Workforce Resilience

With a diversified supplier base and proprietary synthetic graphene manufacturing, Enercap is reducing supply risks while investing in automation and smart manufacturing. Partnerships with educational institutions are developing local talent to support advanced manufacturing and deployment.

Driving Innovation and Reliability

Stringent international standards, digital twin simulations, and predictive maintenance ensure product reliability and efficiency for utility-scale projects.

Showcasing at Middle East Energy

Enercap will showcase its next-gen supercapacitor solutions and smart energy management software at the Middle East Energy exhibition, addressing grid stabilisation, renewable integration, and energy optimisation challenges.

Global Ambitions

Beyond regional focus, Enercap plans to expand globally through licensing and joint ventures, localising manufacturing while maintaining technology quality—continuing its evolution as a global leader in energy storage innovation.