ENGIE Factory

ENGIE announces the launch of Foresea to Revolutionize Seawater Data Intelligence

ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, is thrilled to announce that its innovation arm in APAC and Middle East, ENGIE Factory, has developed and  invested in Foresea, a new  seawater intelligence startup in the GCC. This partnership marks ENGIE Factory’s first venture into the region’s ocean tech landscape, underscoring ENGIE’s commitment to enhancing water management insights, with a particular focus on advancements in the desalination sector.

 

This initiative is part of ENGIE’s ongoing commitment to investing in startups across the Middle East, with a focus on technologies that enhance desalination and other operational processes. The aim is to reduce environmental impact while improving planning and efficiency in coastal industry operations.

 

Foresea is developing an advanced seawater intelligence to monitor and predict seawater quality over time. Through pilots at desalination plants, Foresea’s innovative solutions improve plant efficiency, maintenance, and operations by offering superior sea data predictions. This investment aligns with ENGIE’s mission to support sustainable, efficient solutions through its Desalination Centre of Excellence, bringing transformative technology to market for clients and partners.

 

“Desalination is key in addressing water needs in the Gulf, and at ENGIE, we are equally aware of our responsibility to safeguard the environment,” stated Latifa Lahsine, Head of ENGIE’s Desalination Center of Excellence.  “We believe investing in emerging technologies, like the solutions developed by Foresea and incorporating these intelligent solutions into our operations. It is not just a step, but a leap towards achieving global sustainability goals.”

 

Ahmed El Hosseny, venture builder of Foresea, comments, “Our technology offers an unprecedented level of foresight, enabling offtakers and developers to navigate the challenges of seawater quality fluctuations and the impacts of climate change. With desalination IWPs designed to operate for 25 years, our platform de-risks operations in the long term by forecasting variations and helping developers proactively mitigate potential risks. By leveraging machine learning models, we empower operators to anticipate and address operational challenges before they arise.” “Foresea’s technology aligns with ENGIE’s vision for a sustainable future. Beyond our own needs, we are championing innovation and environmental intelligence that will be essential for future planning to address water scarcity, not only in the Middle East but worldwide,” said Caroline Guyot, Managing Director of ENGIE Factory.

 

With over three decades of service in the Middle East, ENGIE is at the forefront of addressing water scarcity across the GCC. The company operates 19 state-of-the-art desalination plants across the region, producing an impressive 7.4 million cubic meters of water daily.

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