Doha: Upgrading its domestic transport system is among Qatar’s investment priorities in the decade, funding at least $70bn worth of projects that have already been planned.
The biggest chunk of the infrastructure spending will be poured into the country’s rail and metro network, where more than $35bn will be invested in the next ten years.
In addition, Qatar plans to modernise its road systems through an extensive expressway buildup worth a total of $20bn of contracts.
“The next 10 years will be a crucial turning for Qatar’s transition into a highly progressive metropolis, with a transport system that will be amongst the most modern in the world,” said Edmund O’ Sullivan, Chairman, MEED Events, organisers of the 4th Annual Qatar Transport Conference scheduled to be held from May 27 to 29 at the Renaissance Doha City Centre Hotel.
The transport masterplan includes an upgrade of 400km-600km of existing roads at an estimated cost of $8bn; as well as expansions for Qatar’s three main ports — Ras Laffan City, Mesaieed City and Doha Commercial Port.
In addition to gaining key insights about Qatar’s transport sector, delegates will be able to earn Continuous Professional Development credits at a networking and knowledge-sharing session held in association with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
For more information, visit www.qatartransportconference.com.
The Peninsula
