Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has announced its sponsorship of the UAE Pro League, reinforcing its commitment to community development, youth engagement, and social wellbeing as part of its broader corporate social responsibility agenda.

The signing ceremony was witnessed by H.E. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Etihad Water and Electricity, and H.E. Abdullah Nasser Al Jneibi, Chairman of the UAE Pro League and First Senior President of the UAE Football Association.

The agreement was signed on behalf of EtihadWE by Eng. Yousif Ahmed Al Ali, Chief Executive Officer, and on behalf of the UAE Pro League by Musab Al Marzouqi, Chief Executive Officer of the UAE Pro League, in the presence of senior officials from both sides, as well as representatives of media outlets and content creators.

Commenting on the agreement, H.E. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Etihad Water and Electricity, said: “This partnership reflects the importance of leveraging influential national platforms to enhance community engagement and empower youth. Sport represents an effective instrument in reinforcing the values of belonging and solidarity, while promoting awareness of responsible resource use in alignment with sustainability priorities.”

H.E. Abdullah Nasser Al Jneibi, Chairman of the UAE Pro League, expressed the League’s pride in forging strategic partnerships with leading national institutions. He stated: “When energy meets passion, the result is a stronger and brighter future for UAE football. We are delighted today to welcome Etihad Water and Electricity as a sponsor of the UAE Pro League competitions, supporting both our national product and professional clubs. Today’s partnership represents the strength of tomorrow.”

Eng. Yousif Ahmed Al Ali, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Water and Electricity, said: “Our responsibility extends beyond delivering reliable and sustainable power and water services. We are committed to supporting youth and contributing to initiatives that create tangible social impact. This partnership reflects our belief in sport as a platform that strengthens community bonds and reinforces our role as a responsible partner in national development across all sectors.”

The UAE Pro League plays a central role in advancing professional football in the UAE, providing a national platform that engages youth, communities, and sporting talent across the country. The partnership reflects a shared commitment by both parties to leveraging sport as a positive force for social engagement and community development.

Through the sponsorship, EtihadWE will support platforms that encourage youth participation and community cohesion, while leveraging sport to raise awareness around sustainability, responsible resource use, and shared national values.

The partnership underscores the alignment between EtihadWE and the UAE Pro League in promoting community participation, youth engagement, and broader social impact through sport.

The sponsorship aligns with EtihadWE’s broader sustainability and community engagement priorities, including promoting efficient resource use, supporting behavioural change, and encouraging active participation across society.