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Dubai: AED30 Bn Tasreef Project To Be The Largest-Of-Its-Kind Drainage System; Here’s All About It

This is under the Tasreef Project and will be done to develop, rehabilitate, and expand the stormwater drainage network.

by Anupriya Mishra
Dubai: AED30 Bn Tasreef Project To Be The Largest-Of-Its-Kind Drainage System; Here’s All About It

Dubai Municipality recently announced that it would be awarding a contract worth 1.4 billion for the development of four major projects. This is under the Tasreef Project and will be done to develop, rehabilitate, and expand the stormwater drainage network in the emirate. If you are also curious about this major development, here’s all you need to know about the infrastructure-related update from Dubai.

What Is The Tasreef Project?

A part of Dubai is broader commitment towards building a sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure, it also aligns with its ambition to consolidate its position as being one of the most advanced cities in the world. It should be noted that this new contract, as revealed in a report by the Dubai Media Office, falls under the scope of the Tasreef Project. As the largest unified stormwater collection system, it will be serving some key areas. Yes, the important areas that it will be serving are – Nad Al Hamar, Al Rashidiya, Al Quoz, Al Wasl, Jumeirah, Zabeel, the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, Al Garhoud, and Al Badaa

As it happens, the works have been designed to provide a sustainable and innovative solution to medicate flooding risks. This will enhance the existing network and will also improve the overall service level. Moreover, over 36 km of new drainage lines will be constructed, which will then be linked to the main Tasreef Tunnel. Finally, it will connect drainage systems across the emirate, with the total network of the drainage capacity in the area increasing significantly. Not to mention, it will also reduce operating and maintenance costs, thereby providing higher services to the residents.

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The Largest-Project-Of-Its-Kind In Dubai

With discharge capacity increasing by 700% over the next hundred years, it solidifies Dubai’s position among the world’s most advanced and resilient cities. However, talking about the entire cost of project, it is expected to cost about AED30 billion. A largest-of-its-kind project in Dubai, it has been designed in such a way that it will be scalable over the next century. Moreover, it aims to reduce the cost of construction, maintenance of water stations by 20%, and operation, thereby increasing the lifespan of Dubai’s stormwater infrastructure.

So, what do you think about this development in Dubai? Do let us know your comments.

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First Published: April 14, 2025 12:43 PM