The bottling plant, developed in partnership with Dubai-based sustainable water solutions firm MYWATER, filters municipal tap water through a rigorous six-stage purification process - including particle filtration, multimedia filtration, carbon filtration, reverse osmosis, UV purification and ozonation of the final bottled water in glass. The system automatically disinfects, cleans, fills, seals, and stores reusable glass bottles in a fully HACCP-compliant environment, eliminating all human contact during production to ensure hygiene and safety.

Key impacts include:

• Replacing approximately 700,000 single-use plastic bottles annually.
• Reducing 600–650 tons of CO₂ emissions annually by cutting logistics and production needs
• Sanitising and reusing glass bottles through a strict three-step purification process
• Monthly water quality testing by ADAFSA-approved third-party labs, with detailed water quality information accessible to guests via a QR code printed on each bottle cap (in development)

With a production capacity of up to 2,500 bottles per day, the plant currently supports the hotel’s entire in-room water demand and has scalability potential to serve additional properties. Guests receive elegantly sealed ECOGLASS-branded reusable glass bottles as part of their complimentary in-room amenities, enhancing the guest experience too.

Jonathan Brown, Chief Portfolio Officer at Miral, said: "At Miral, we are committed to championing responsible travel and innovation across all our destinations. The launch of the UAE’s first fully automated in-house water bottling plant at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is a powerful example of how hospitality and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand. This initiative reflects our shared ambition with Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island to eliminate single-use plastics, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance the guest experience through future-ready solutions. We are proud to support forward-thinking projects that contribute to the UAE’s broader Net Zero 2050 vision."

This project represents a significant step forward. Not only does it eliminate plastic waste and reduce emissions, but it also elevates our guest experience. I’m incredibly proud of the team’s hard work and dedication in bringing this ambitious vision to life,” commented Nader Halim, Cluster General Manager for Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton™, and DoubleTree by Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Residences.

Leading the development of this fully automated water bottling plant has been an exciting challenge. Our advanced system combines cutting-edge purification technology with automation to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and sustainability. This project is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation meets environmental responsibility,” said Hazem Hamdy, Director of Engineering, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.

The water bottling plant is continuously monitored via cloud-based diagnostics and maintained daily to ensure optimal performance. This innovative technology offers a future-ready platform capable of modular upgrades such as flavoured or sparkling water.

This launch builds on Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island’s broader Travel with Purpose initiatives, including “Air to Water” refill stations installed throughout the property, which have collectively dispensed over 127,000 litres of water since their introduction.

Through the integration of advanced purification technology, transparent operations, and strong local partnerships, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is setting a new standard for responsible hospitality in the UAE.