Siemens provides tech for Middle East’s biggest VF

Added on 09 May 2023

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Siemens provides tech for Middle East’s biggest VF

Siemens provided automation and building technology to the recently opened Bustanica vertical farm in Dubai, the world’s largest of its kind. The US$ 40 million facility is owned by Emirates Crop One, a joint venture between Emirates Flight Catering, one of the world’s largest catering operations serving more than 100 airlines, and Crop One Holdings Inc., an industry pioneer in technology-driven indoor vertical farming.

Technology from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio has been integrated throughout the farm to ensure efficient production, reduce waste, and increase the farm’s overall sustainability. Siemens Smart Infrastructure’s building management system - Desigo CC controls and monitors air-conditioning and ventilation, while Siemens Digital Industries’ SIMATIC automation and control systems deliver optimal growing conditions by controlling the lights and CO₂ levels required by the plants.

SINAMIC series variable frequency drives along with automation stations make sure plants receive the right nutrients and water supply. SENTRON electrical components distribute power to the grow racks.