Charles Mellagui. Image courtesy: WAM
Ducab, a leading cables manufacturer, has launched a new generation of nuclear energy cables designed for an operational lifespan of up to 120 years — double the current standard of 60 years, a senior official said.
This breakthrough underscores international confidence in Ducab’s products, which have already supplied the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant and similar projects in South Korea, said Charles Mellagui, CEO for the Cable Business Unit at Ducab.
He said the group is committed to implementing ambitious global expansion plans driven by innovation and quality, reinforcing the role of the UAE’s industrial sector in supporting the global transition to clean energy.
Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of ADIPEC 2025, Mellagui, revealed Ducab is one of the few companies worldwide capable of developing specialised nuclear power cables. He noted that the company
Mellagui stressed that Ducab is enhancing its production capabilities to meet growing global demand. He explained that the strategic acquisition of the National Cables Factory in Oman will boost annual output by approximately 20,000 tonnes.
This expansion, along with Ducab’s six manufacturing facilities in the UAE, provides a robust logistical platform to strengthen exports—currently reaching 75 countries—and particularly to support emerging African markets, he added.

