DOHA: President of the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), EngMohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Meer, conducted an inspection visit to the project for the construction of 14 new schools under the second package of the Qatar Schools Development Program through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, which has reached approximately 80% completion.
During the visit, Al Meer reviewed the progress of construction works and the various implementation phases of the project. He also received a briefing on the latest developments and the advanced construction technologies being employed, including 3D printing and modular construction techniques based on prefabricated structural systems and building modules.
He instructed the project team to complete the remaining works in accordance with the approved schedule, stressing the importance of maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and commitment throughout the project's final stages.
Al Meer reaffirmed Ashghal's commitment to delivering more projects through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, highlighting its role in strengthening private sector participation in implementing national development projects. He noted that the approach supports the objectives of Qatar's Third National Development Strategy (2024–2030), which seeks to expand private sector involvement in the country's development.
He also emphasized the authority's commitment to adopting the latest innovations, advanced engineering solutions, and modern construction technologies across its projects to keep pace with global developments in the construction sector, improve delivery efficiency, enhance sustainability, and provide high-quality infrastructure that meets Qatar's current and future development needs.
The project, valued at approximately QR4.5 billion, involves the construction of 14 schools across 10 strategic locations in Qatar: Muaither, Al Gharrafa, Al Wajbah, Al Thumama, Ain Khaled, Al Aziziyah, Al Meshaf, Rawdat Rashid, Al Sakhama, and Rawdat Al Hamama. Once completed, the schools will have a combined capacity of more than 10,000 students.
