Given the forecasts for strong economic and demographic growth in Qatar over the coming decade, and the concomitant demand for water, the government has been turning its attention to its wastewater treatment strategy. Doha is aiming to bolster capacity for sewage treatment and improve efficiency of water use by increasing the role of treated sewage...
The slow construction market may have frustrated contractors, but it has provided plenty of opportunities for developers – both public and private – to build at a discount. Construction costs have come down considerably from the peak of 2008, when basic material prices were significantly distorted by an overheating market. However, while such prices...
Although there is still another decade before the World Cup kicks off in Doha in 2022, the country is rapidly implementing a massive investment programme that seeks to transform Qatar into a global centre for sports and business. While the bulk of these construction projects will be financed with public resources, Qatar’s approach looks to leverage...
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While it has been a tough 24 months for many construction firms in Qatar, the sector remains a key pillar of the national economy. The industry is one of the largest non-hydrocarbons sectors, and will likely increase in importance in the next decade.
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