At the end of November 2024, Daikin Middle East and Africa and Daikin Turkey hosted their biggest Partners' Meeting to date in Dubai, celebrating the centenary of the Daikin Group. Daikin’s Partner Meetings are a platform to learn from colleagues in the industry, to exchange ideas and discuss market trends, customer needs and opportunities of the future. The event showcased a century of groundbreaking innovation and looked ahead to a promising future.
The event that was held at Dubai’s iconic Museum of the Future brought together 150 industry leaders and business partners. With a century of innovations in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigerant (HVAC-R) industry, Daikin has gained valuable insights from its extensive experience. This rich history served as a backdrop to discuss current challenges and future opportunities in an inspiring way. The event concluded with a spectacular drone show over Palm Jumeirah, illuminating the Dubai skyline with the Daikin logo and a vision for the next century.
“As Daikin marks 100 years of innovation, we celebrate our journey of advancing HVAC-R solutions that have transformed the way people live and work around the world.”
Hasan Onder, President of Daikin Middle East and Africa and Daikin Turkey
Conference highlights: innovating for tomorrow’s comfort
The centrepiece of the event was the conference titled “100 Years of Innovating Tomorrow’s Comfort” with Dr Noah Raford, a futurist and expert in strategic foresight as keynote speaker. He captivated the audience with his insights on resilience and leadership in a rapidly evolving world.
“The probability of a company surviving more than 100 years is less than 1/1000th of a percent”, Dr Raford remarked, highlighting Daikin’s remarkable achievement.
Dr Raford emphasised the need for innovation and purpose-driven leadership to tackle future challenges, particularly in combating climate change and driving sustainability.
Discussions during the conference highlighted:
- Emerging trends like AI-powered efficiency and the rising demand for low carbon products and systems in the HVAC-R sector.
- Tailored solutions for critical sectors, including healthcare, urban development, and data centre cooling.
- Daikin’s commitment to supporting sustainable growth in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey.
Daikin’s Legacy and Future Vision
Daikin’s contributions to enhancing indoor environments have transformed comfort, health, and productivity in regions like the Middle East, where air conditioning is vital to everyday life. As the company enters its second century, it remains committed to pioneering advancements in energy-efficient solutions, lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, and IoT-enabled systems, setting new standards for sustainability and comfort worldwide.
By bringing together industry leaders, partners, and stakeholders, partner events like these provide a platform to exchange insights, discuss emerging trends, and showcase Daikin's latest innovations. With purpose-driven innovation at its core, Daikin is poised to tackle the challenges of tomorrow, redefine industry standards, and enhance the quality of life for communities across the globe.
Reflecting on Daikin’s 100-year journey, Hasan Onder — President of Daikin Middle East and Africa and Daikin Turkey — stated, “As Daikin marks 100 years of innovation, we celebrate a legacy of advancing HVAC-R solutions that have transformed lives globally. We remain steadfast in our mission to create healthier, more comfortable spaces while driving progress through sustainability and technological leadership.”
Tuna Gulenc — Regional Vice President of Daikin Middle East and Africa — echoed this sentiment, “Daikin’s remarkable growth in the Middle East and Africa stems from our commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and regional collaboration. As we embark on our next century, we will continue shaping sustainable solutions and advancing technologies that meet the unique demands of each region.”
A Stunning Drone Show Over Dubai’s Skyline
The celebration concluded with an immersive 10-minute drone show over Palm Jumeirah. Hundreds of drones created dazzling visuals, including the Daikin logo, illuminating the night sky and symbolising the company’s forward-looking vision. The show served as a powerful reminder of Daikin’s dedication to innovation and excellence.
From left to right - Tuna Gulenc, Regional Vice President of Daikin MEA & Hasan Onder, President of Daikin MEA and Daikin Turkey
Watch the video to relive the magic of this event
Experience the highlights from our Gala Night in Dubai on 27 November 2024. The evening featured a dinner, live band performance, and a stunning drone show, marking a century of innovation and achievements.
