Dubai awards contracts worth Dhs1.4bn for stormwater projects
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Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts worth Dhs1.439bn for four major stormwater drainage projects under the 'Tasreef' programme.
The projects, commissioned to expand and rehabilitate Dubai's stormwater network, will add over 36 kilometres of new drainage lines across several key areas including Nad Al Hamar, the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, Al Garhoud, Al Rashidiya, Al Quoz, Zabeel, Al Wasl, Jumeirah, and Al Badaa.
The works aim to mitigate flooding risks and improve network efficiency, as part of a broader effort to provide sustainable and future-ready infrastructure for the emirate.
The upgrades are aligned with Dubai's ambition to position itself among the world's most infrastructure-resilient cities.
Tasreef project is emirate's largest stormwater collection initiative
The Tasreef project is Dubai's largest unified stormwater collection system and is considered the most operationally efficient in the region.
The newly commissioned developments will connect to the main Tasreef tunnel, enhancing the overall drainage network and significantly increasing capacity in the target areas.
According to Dubai Municipality, the initiative is expected to lower operational and maintenance costs and improve service standards for residents and businesses.
Engineer Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, acting DG of
'Tasreef is a pioneering, strategic, and transformative project… part of our strategic goals for integrated management of stormwater and surface water drainage,' bin Ghalita said.
With an estimated total cost of Dhs30bn, the Tasreef
It also targets a 20 per cent reduction in construction, operation, and maintenance costs for stormwater stations, while extending the lifespan of the infrastructure.
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