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Qatar Tribune
15 hours ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
World's largest 3D printed construction project commences in Qatar
In a global first for large-scale digital construction, UCC Holding, in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), has officially commenced the printing phase of the 3D Printed Schools Project—marking the launch of the world's largest construction development using 3D printing technology. The project involves the construction of 14 public schools, including two built using 3D printing technology, each with a built-up area of 20,000 square meters — totalling 40,000 square meters. This is 40 times larger than the largest 3D-printed building constructed anywhere in the world to date. The two schools are designed as two-storey buildings on plots measuring 100 by 100 meters each, making this project an unprecedented model for future-ready educational infrastructure in Qatar and across the region. To realize this unprecedented scale, UCC Holding commissioned COBOD, the world leader in 3D construction printing based in Denmark, to supply two customized BODXL printers, each measuring 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters high—roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers in the world. Following extensive preparation—including site development, equipment assembly, and operational simulations—printing operations have officially begun. UCC Holding has assembled a dedicated 3D construction team consisting of architects, civil engineers, material scientists, and printer technicians. Over the past eight months, this team conducted over 100 full-scale test prints using a BOD2 printer at a dedicated trial site in Doha, developing concrete mix designs, validating performance under local climate conditions, and engineering a custom print nozzle to ensure precision and smooth extrusion. In May 2025, the team completed intensive training alongside COBOD engineers, covering printer operation, print sequencing, structural layering strategies, and live quality control. This milestone marks a major leap in Qatar's local capacity for advanced construction technology, solidifying its role as a regional hub for innovation and engineering. Compared to conventional construction methods, 3D printing offers multiple environmental, social, and economic advantages. It significantly reduces raw material waste and minimizes concrete usage, cutting carbon emissions. On-site printing also reduces transport needs, mitigates supply chain risks, and accelerates project delivery. With operations scheduled at night to avoid high temperatures, the process also ensures better concrete performance while reducing dust and noise. Architecturally, the schools are inspired by the natural desert formations of Qatar, with curved, flowing walls resembling sand dunes. This design is only made possible by the geometric freedom that 3D printing offers—enabling organic, parametric forms that would be difficult or cost-prohibitive using traditional construction methods. The schools are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reinforcing Qatar's global leadership in sustainable development, innovation, and next-generation public infrastructure.
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
WORLD'S LARGEST 3D PRINTED CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COMMENCES IN QATAR. UCC Holding and Ashghal Launch the 3D-Printed Schools Project
In a global first for large-scale digital construction, UCC Holding , in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) , has officially commenced the printing phase of the 3D Printed Schools Project —marking the launch of the world's largest construction development using 3D printing technology . The project involves the construction of 14 public schools, including two built using 3D printing technology, each with a built-up area of 20,000 square meters — totaling 40,000 square meters. This is 40 times larger than the largest 3D-printed building constructed anywhere in the world to date. The two schools are designed as two-storey buildings on plots measuring 100 by 100 meters each, making this project an unprecedented model for future-ready educational infrastructure in Qatar and across the region. To realize this unprecedented scale, UCC Holding commissioned COBOD , the world leader in 3D construction printing based in Denmark, to supply two customized BODXL printers , each measuring 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters high—roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers in the world. Following extensive preparation—including site development, equipment assembly, and operational simulations—printing operations have officially begun. UCC Holding has assembled a dedicated 3D construction team consisting of architects, civil engineers, material scientists, and printer technicians. Over the past eight months, this team conducted over 100 full-scale test prints using a BOD2 printer at a dedicated trial site in Doha, developing concrete mix designs, validating performance under local climate conditions, and engineering a custom print nozzle to ensure precision and smooth extrusion. In May 2025, the team completed intensive training alongside COBOD engineers, covering printer operation, print sequencing, structural layering strategies, and live quality control. This milestone marks a major leap in Qatar's local capacity for advanced construction technology, solidifying its role as a regional hub for innovation and engineering. Compared to conventional construction methods, 3D printing offers multiple environmental, social, and economic advantages . It significantly reduces raw material waste and minimizes concrete usage, cutting carbon emissions. On-site printing also reduces transport needs, mitigates supply chain risks, and accelerates project delivery. With operations scheduled at night to avoid high temperatures, the process also ensures better concrete performance while reducing dust and noise. Architecturally, the schools are inspired by the natural desert formations of Qatar , with curved, flowing walls resembling sand dunes. This design is only made possible by the geometric freedom that 3D printing offers—enabling organic, parametric forms that would be difficult or cost-prohibitive using traditional construction methods. The schools are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reinforcing Qatar's global leadership in sustainable development, innovation, and next-generation public infrastructure.
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Qatar Living
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Living
Qatar Makes History with World's Biggest 3D Construction Printer
Qatar has once again pushed the boundaries of innovation with the installation of the world's largest 3D construction printer at a public school construction site in Doha. The BODXL printer—sized like a Boeing 737 hangar at 50m x 30m x 15m—is the first of two giant printers developed by Denmark's COBOD International and operated by UCC Holding. Unveiled during a recent VIP event, this groundbreaking machine is more than four times larger than any previous 3D construction printer and is set to change the face of building design and implementation. Less than 10 months after signing the landmark contract on September 18, 2024, UCC Holding and COBOD have successfully installed this next-gen printer, which will be used to construct two public schools in Doha. Each campus will span 20,000 sqm, totalling 40,000 sqm, making this the largest 3D printed construction project ever undertaken. The BODXL's capabilities are staggering. It can print structures up to five floors high with a footprint of 1,500 sqm—enabling rapid, precise, and sustainable building processes. A second identical printer is scheduled for installation later this month at the same site, doubling the speed and scale of the project. According to VoxelMatters, a global additive manufacturing news platform, this dual deployment marks the largest 3D construction automation initiative in the world, with both printers working together to produce a record-breaking educational facility for Qatar's Public Works Authority, Ashghal. Beyond the scale and speed, the initiative aligns closely with Qatar National Vision 2030, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional construction by reducing material waste and carbon emissions. The third-generation BODXL introduces high automation and digital precision, reducing manual labour and ensuring faster project delivery. Henrik Lund-Nielsen, CEO of COBOD International, hailed the partnership with UCC Holding as a technological leap forward, paving the way for a smarter and more eco-friendly construction era. UCC Holding echoed the sentiment, calling the project a proud milestone that places Qatar firmly on the map as a global leader in construction innovation. Construction activity with the printers will ramp up significantly in 2025, with the schools projected to be the first in a series of large-scale, rapidly constructed, and environmentally conscious buildings in Qatar. News & image courtesy: The Peninsula --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar scores another first with installation of world's largest 3D construction printer
Doha, Qatar: The largest 3D construction printer in the world has been installed at a school construction site in Doha. The first of the two BODXL printers, measuring 50m x 30m x 15m (the size of a Boeing 737 hangar), manufactured by COBOD International and operated by UCC Holding, was revealed during a special VIP event recently. The successful installation of the printer, which is over four times larger than the next largest 3D construction printer ever developed, occurs less than 10 months after UCC Holding and Denmark's COBOD, the foremost manufacturer of concrete 3D printers globally, signed a contract on September 18, 2024 to provide the world's largest third-generation 3D printers intended for school construction in Qatar. As stated in a LinkedIn post by UCC Holding, the printer will be utilised in the construction of two public schools in Doha, each covering 20,000 sqm, resulting in a total of 40,000 sqm, thus establishing this as the largest 3D printed construction project in the world to date. With its vast scale, the BODXL can print a building footprint of 1,500 square metres and structures reaching up to five floors, culminating in a total built-up area of 7,500 square meters. According to VoxelMatters — an independent resource for additive manufacturing industry news — the installation of the printer is merely the beginning as a second BODXL printer, identical in dimensions, is already on its way to Qatar and is scheduled to be installed later this month at the same site. Once both machines are fully operational, they will work together to create the largest 3D printed building in the world—a multi-thousand square metre school for Qatar's Public Works Authority, Ashghal, VoxelMatters reported. The simultaneous deployment of these cutting-edge printers is a pivotal element of what is poised to become the largest 3D construction automation initiative in the world. The educational facility, spanning approximately 40,000 square metres across two locations, is set not only to establish new records but also to transform expectations regarding speed, sustainability, and accuracy in architectural design and implementation. This endeavour is anticipated to achieve recognition from Guinness World Records as the largest edifice constructed using 3D printing technology. Beyond its ambitious dimensions, the project is in harmony with Qatar's long-term sustainability objectives as outlined in the Qatar National Vision 2030, as it significantly minimises material waste and curtails the carbon footprint in comparison to conventional construction practices. Employing COBOD's third-generation BODXL machines introduces a high degree of automation and digital accuracy to the construction process. This system guarantees expedited project completion and enhanced resource efficiency by diminishing the reliance on manual labour and traditional materials. VoxelMatters reported that Henrik Lund-Nielsen, the CEO and founder of COBOD International, emphasised that the collaboration with UCC Holding signifies a major technological and environmental progress. He praised the scale of the project and its ability to initiate a new phase of intelligent, sustainable construction efforts worldwide. Leaders at UCC Holding also expressed their pride in promoting this ambitious and forward-thinking project, placing Qatar at the forefront of global innovation in civil engineering. Construction operations utilising the printer are anticipated to increase significantly during 2025, resulting in the realisation of a forward-thinking educational institution through advanced engineering techniques. This initiative for the Doha school is not merely a construction achievement; it is projected to be the inaugural project in a succession of large-scale buildings that can be developed swiftly, cost-effectively, and with reduced environmental consequences via 3D printing. The printers are expected to operate at the fastest printing speed possible, ensuring rapid completion while maintaining high standards of safety and sustainability. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
