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Satyendra Pathak
Doha
The signing of several contracts worth QR6 billion to create world-class infrastructure for the eco-friendly transportation system in Qatar will boost the country’s private sector, Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti
has said.
“Signing contracts with pioneering private sector companies to establish essential infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) emphasises Qatar’s support to the private sector. These deals will create a lot of opportunities for the country’s private sector to take part in transportation projects,” the minister said while talking to mediapersons on the sidelines of the signing ceremony.
These contracts clearly demonstrate that the Qatar government is committed to enhancing the role of private firms in national projects, he said.
Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) Secretary-General Hassan Al Thawadi said the gradual and full transformation to an electric bus system is a significant development with regards to transportation strategies for the FIFA World Cup 2022 as the SC endeavours to provide sustainable, economical, eco-friendly transit solutions during the championship.
He said that FIFA World Cup 2022 has become one of the national catalysts to accelerate the pace of such projects.
He said that signing the contract with Mowasalat (Karwa) will ensure providing all operational services for electric buses as well as managing them ideally, plus providing all security and safety requirements, something which promises a unique experience for the world cup fans and Qatar’s guests in 2022.
Ashghal President Saad bin Ahmed Al Muhannadi said that 11 new contracts worth of QR2 billion signed by Ashghal will be executed by Qatari companies within the framework of government’s directives to support national companies and the assigned companies have proven efficiency in implementing works entrusted to them recently.
He pointed out that Ashghal’s cooperation with all concerned entities in the state to provide integrated road network with distinct infrastructure and common facilities such as parking lots and others serve every means of public transportation in the country including metro and buses.
Mowasalat CEO Fahad Saad Al Qahtani said, “Qatar’s transport sector is witnessing a breakthrough in preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2022. Mowasalat provides modern, comfortable and eco-friendly solutions using the latest technology for a first-class mobility infrastructure. We will be one of the mainstays in the process of transporting fans, athletes and guests. Applying the latest technology in smart fleet management will ensure distinct, free, smooth and safe rides. We are currently purchasing 3,000 new buses for the FIFA World Cup 2022, which will then be added to the company’s fleet to build a legacy for the public and school transport. They also form an integral part of our transport fleet for major events that will be hosted by the State of Qatar in the future.”
Qahtani pointed out that more than 25 percent of these new buses will be electric that makes the deal one of the largest of its kind in the world and proves to be a leap towards public transport sustainability.
Meanwhile the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MOTC) also confirmed that more than 25 percent of the public transit bus fleet in Qatar will become electric by the end of 2022.
In a statement issued on Monday, the ministry said that public buses, government school buses and Doha Metro feeder buses will gradually shift to electrification, thus hitting the rollout percentage that is required to reduce harmful carbon emissions from buses by 2030.
The electrified buses are planned to be used during the FIFA World Cup 2022, making it a second-to-none championship where electric mass transit buses are deployed.
As part of strategic plans, MOTC coordinates with several government entities to install and operate EV charging units.
It also coordinates with private sector companies to provide a number of charging units for free to be installed at locations to be specified by MOTC and perform periodically maintenance for them, in addition to establishing the region’s largest solar-powered electric charging station in Lusail City, which will be connected to all stations.
Furthermore, several EV parking spaces will be established and work is underway to include this project in released tendering.
As per the strategy, such a shift will support building an infrastructure for an integrated, multimodal electric public transportation system in the country and the first of its kind in the region.
Several permanent depots, distributed on a well-considered geographical order will be established in various areas across the country. They will include facilities for parking and charging and maintenance equipment, in addition to administration buildings and staff and drivers’ accommodation, which will be completed during 2022, plus several main stations that also support electrified transportation services.
Doha
The signing of several contracts worth QR6 billion to create world-class infrastructure for the eco-friendly transportation system in Qatar will boost the country’s private sector, Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti
has said.
“Signing contracts with pioneering private sector companies to establish essential infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) emphasises Qatar’s support to the private sector. These deals will create a lot of opportunities for the country’s private sector to take part in transportation projects,” the minister said while talking to mediapersons on the sidelines of the signing ceremony.
These contracts clearly demonstrate that the Qatar government is committed to enhancing the role of private firms in national projects, he said.
Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) Secretary-General Hassan Al Thawadi said the gradual and full transformation to an electric bus system is a significant development with regards to transportation strategies for the FIFA World Cup 2022 as the SC endeavours to provide sustainable, economical, eco-friendly transit solutions during the championship.
He said that FIFA World Cup 2022 has become one of the national catalysts to accelerate the pace of such projects.
He said that signing the contract with Mowasalat (Karwa) will ensure providing all operational services for electric buses as well as managing them ideally, plus providing all security and safety requirements, something which promises a unique experience for the world cup fans and Qatar’s guests in 2022.
Ashghal President Saad bin Ahmed Al Muhannadi said that 11 new contracts worth of QR2 billion signed by Ashghal will be executed by Qatari companies within the framework of government’s directives to support national companies and the assigned companies have proven efficiency in implementing works entrusted to them recently.
He pointed out that Ashghal’s cooperation with all concerned entities in the state to provide integrated road network with distinct infrastructure and common facilities such as parking lots and others serve every means of public transportation in the country including metro and buses.
Mowasalat CEO Fahad Saad Al Qahtani said, “Qatar’s transport sector is witnessing a breakthrough in preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2022. Mowasalat provides modern, comfortable and eco-friendly solutions using the latest technology for a first-class mobility infrastructure. We will be one of the mainstays in the process of transporting fans, athletes and guests. Applying the latest technology in smart fleet management will ensure distinct, free, smooth and safe rides. We are currently purchasing 3,000 new buses for the FIFA World Cup 2022, which will then be added to the company’s fleet to build a legacy for the public and school transport. They also form an integral part of our transport fleet for major events that will be hosted by the State of Qatar in the future.”
Qahtani pointed out that more than 25 percent of these new buses will be electric that makes the deal one of the largest of its kind in the world and proves to be a leap towards public transport sustainability.
Meanwhile the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MOTC) also confirmed that more than 25 percent of the public transit bus fleet in Qatar will become electric by the end of 2022.
In a statement issued on Monday, the ministry said that public buses, government school buses and Doha Metro feeder buses will gradually shift to electrification, thus hitting the rollout percentage that is required to reduce harmful carbon emissions from buses by 2030.
The electrified buses are planned to be used during the FIFA World Cup 2022, making it a second-to-none championship where electric mass transit buses are deployed.
As part of strategic plans, MOTC coordinates with several government entities to install and operate EV charging units.
It also coordinates with private sector companies to provide a number of charging units for free to be installed at locations to be specified by MOTC and perform periodically maintenance for them, in addition to establishing the region’s largest solar-powered electric charging station in Lusail City, which will be connected to all stations.
Furthermore, several EV parking spaces will be established and work is underway to include this project in released tendering.
As per the strategy, such a shift will support building an infrastructure for an integrated, multimodal electric public transportation system in the country and the first of its kind in the region.
Several permanent depots, distributed on a well-considered geographical order will be established in various areas across the country. They will include facilities for parking and charging and maintenance equipment, in addition to administration buildings and staff and drivers’ accommodation, which will be completed during 2022, plus several main stations that also support electrified transportation services.
