ADNOC Distribution has officially launched its latest ADNOC EV Charger hubs at Saih Shuaib, strategically located on the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. As the sixth largest superfast EV charging site worldwide and the largest in the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye, this hub marks a significant milestone in the UAE’s commitment to sustainable transportation. Designed to support long-distance EV travel and commuter convenience, the hub integrates high-speed charging with retail, food, and coworking amenities.
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- Details of the EV Megahub
- The Hub by ADNOC Concept
- UAE’s Highway Electrification Roadmap
- Impact and Benefits
- Comparisons
- Challenges and Considerations
- Key Takeaways
- FAQs
Details of the EV Megahub
Discover how ADNOC’s latest superfast EV charging hub is shaping the future of electric mobility in the UAE.
Location and Placement
The hub sits on the E11 highway, a strategic corridor connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, facilitating inter-city travel for electric vehicle owners. Its placement ensures accessibility for commuters and long-distance travellers, creating a seamless link between the UAE’s two largest cities. By situating the hub along a major highway, ADNOC addresses one of the key challenges for EV adoption—reliable charging infrastructure for extended journeys.
Technical Specifications
The Saih Shuaib hub features 60 high-speed charging points, allowing most EVs to charge from 0% to 80% in around 20 minutes. This rapid-charging capability is complemented by a facility footprint three times that of a traditional service station, enabling a high volume of simultaneous charging. The hub combines cutting-edge technology with operational efficiency, ensuring a smooth and convenient charging experience for all users.
Size and Ranking
Globally, this hub ranks sixth-largest for superfast EV charging, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leader in EV infrastructure. It is the largest facility of its kind across the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye. The scale of the hub reflects ADNOC’s vision of integrating modern commuter services with sustainable energy solutions, setting a benchmark for future EV charging developments.
The Hub by ADNOC Concept
Learn about the unique design and services that make this hub more than just a charging station.
Facility Features
Beyond charging, the hub provides a full range of services. It co-locates conventional fuel stations with EV chargers, offers retail and food & beverage outlets, and includes the first commuter-focused coworking space at a service hub. The expansive footprint allows for multiple services to operate simultaneously, providing travellers with convenience and flexibility while reducing wait times. This integration of amenities elevates the traditional concept of a service station into a modern, multi-functional EV hub.
UAE’s Highway Electrification Roadmap
Explore the national strategy to expand EV infrastructure and support sustainable travel.
Planned Rollout
ADNOC plans to deploy 20 EV charging hubs along national highways by the end of 2027, with 15 expected to be operational by the end of 2026. This network expansion ensures that EV owners have reliable infrastructure for inter-city travel, supporting both local and long-distance commuting. By strategically locating hubs along major highways, ADNOC is enhancing the practicality and appeal of EV ownership across the UAE.
E2GO Network Expansion
The E2GO network, ADNOC’s nationwide EV charging system, currently has over 400 installed charging points and aims to reach 750 points by 2028. This expansion reflects ADNOC’s commitment to creating a dense, reliable network that enables seamless EV travel and reduces range anxiety for users.
Government Policy and National Targets
The UAE is targeting 50% of all vehicles to be battery-electric by 2050, supported by the National Electric Vehicles Policy and the Global EV Market initiative. By aligning infrastructure projects like the Saih Shuaib hub with national targets, ADNOC contributes directly to the country’s sustainable mobility goals and climate objectives.
Impact and Benefits
The Saih Shuaib hub allows for smooth, long-distance EV travel across the UAE and encourages the adoption of battery-electric vehicles. Its amenities, including coworking spaces, retail, and food outlets, provide a modern traveller experience beyond charging. By combining fast, reliable chargers with commuter-focused services, ADNOC strengthens the UAE’s leadership in EV infrastructure in the Middle East, Africa, and globally, while simultaneously reducing transport emissions and promoting sustainable mobility.
Comparisons
| Feature | ADNOC EV Megahub | Traditional Service Stations |
| Charging Speed (0–80%) | ≈20 minutes | Slower or limited built-in chargers |
| Number of Charging Points | 60 high-speed chargers | Few fast chargers or none |
| Amenities | Retail, food, coworking, EV + fuel | Fuel + basic retail |
| Size Relative to Standard Hub | 3× larger footprint | Standard size |
Challenges and Considerations
Despite its advanced design, several challenges remain. Reliability of the power supply and grid stability is critical to maintain high-speed operations. Standardisation of charging plugs ensures compatibility across EV models. User experience, including wait times, app integrations, and payment options, is a priority, as is ensuring electricity sourcing is environmentally sustainable. By managing these factors, ADNOC ensures the hub remains a reliable, convenient, and green solution for EV commuters.
Key Takeaways
ADNOC’s EV Megahub at Saih Shuaib combines 60 high-speed chargers capable of 0–80% charge in roughly 20 minutes, making it a world-class facility and the largest in the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye. It integrates expanded services, including retail, food, lifestyle, and coworking spaces for commuters. This hub forms a cornerstone of the UAE’s EV strategy, supporting long-distance travel and the National Electric Vehicles Policy. ADNOC’s plans for 20 highway EV hubs by 2027, with 15 operational by 2026, and the expansion of the E2GO network to 750 points by 2028, reinforce the country’s leadership in EV infrastructure and its goal of 50% battery-electric vehicles by 2050.
FAQs
Superfast chargers at the Saih Shuaib hub can bring most EVs from 0% to 80% battery in approximately 20 minutes.
The hub is situated on the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, at Saih Shuaib, making it accessible for inter-city commuters.
Besides EV and fuel services, the hub features retail outlets, food options, and a coworking space designed for travellers.
The project supports the national target of 50% battery-electric vehicles by 2050 and enhances long-distance EV travel infrastructure through the E2GO network expansion.
Yes, ADNOC plans to establish 20 highway EV hubs by the end of 2027, with 15 expected to be operational by the end of 2026.
