Dubai Municipality has completed the first phase of a major sewerage and stormwater network development project in the Al Quoz Creative Zone, with work valued at Dhs250 million. The full project cost is estimated at Dhs500 million.
The project is part of efforts to upgrade and modernise sewerage and drainage systems across one of Dubai’s key industrial and creative hubs. It covers Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as the zone between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, spanning 1,600 hectares and more than 1,507 plots.
Phase 1 covered 155 hectares and 123 plots, with the construction of new sewerage and stormwater networks designed to improve system capacity and long-term efficiency.
Network development works
As part of the first phase, Dubai Municipality built 15 kilometres of sewerage pipelines with diameters ranging from 160 mm to 1,600 mm. It also completed 14 kilometres of stormwater drainage lines, with pipe sizes ranging from 200 mm to 3,000 mm.
The project is part of the wider Sewerage System Development Programme, which aims to build a more sustainable and efficient infrastructure network across Dubai. It also aligns with the Dhs30 billion Tasreef programme, the emirate’s stormwater drainage initiative designed to significantly increase drainage capacity over the coming decades.
Strategic infrastructure goals
His Excellency Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said: “The Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz is one of Dubai Municipality’s key strategic projects to enhance the efficiency, resilience, and operational readiness of the emirate’s infrastructure systems. It supports Dubai’s ongoing urban and population growth, reinforces its position as a global leader in sustainable urban planning, and strengthens the future readiness of its infrastructure, making Dubai a more attractive, sustainable, and liveable city.”
He added: “The project enhances the efficiency of sewerage and stormwater infrastructure systems in Al Quoz Creative Zone and supports its integrated urban model. It will further strengthen the area’s appeal as a vibrant hub for economic and investment activity, while keeping pace with the emirate’s future development requirements.”
Future readiness
Adel Mohammed Al Marzouqi, CEO of the Waste and Sewerage Agency at Dubai Municipality, said: “This project contributes to enhancing the efficiency of the rainwater drainage system and the smooth flow of water in the Al Quoz Creative Zone, while reducing water accumulation. This ensures the continuity of services and business operations and supports the city’s resilience and preparedness to face various future climatic conditions.”
Dubai Municipality said the project is part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving operational efficiency, supporting urban growth, and strengthening Dubai’s long-term resilience as it transitions towards a more sustainable and smart city model.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
