Green hydrogen can be used as a zero-carbon fuel, feedstock and energy carrier, and for energy storage. As the world races to combat climate change and transform its energy systems, green hydrogen has a prominent role in decarbonisation strategies across Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

MENA countries pledged and budgeted more than US $105bn toward hydrogen projects and infrastructure, according to business intelligence channel MEED; whose analysis concluded that green hydrogen was attracting the highest level of project funding compared to other decarbonisation categories.

Creating green hydrogen

Any form of renewable energy can power green hydrogen electrolysis – the process which splits water into hydrogen and oxygen. Solar is MENA’s most common renewable energy source, but wind also has a role.

In addition to renewable electric power, an abundant water supply is essential for green hydrogen production. The quantity of water consumed differs depending on the application, but roughly 9,800 litres of demineralised and deionised water is required for each tonne of green hydrogen produced.

As a global engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company, Black & Veatch serves multiple markets that encompass the hydrogen value chain. We have strong experience in the development of renewable energy and natural gas feedstocks; water treatment for industrial applications; hydrogen generation and purification; hydrogen compression, handling and power generation; and selection of cost-effective storage technology. Our consultants bring strategic, regulatory and market experience to evaluate and support the sequenced growth of regional hydrogen economies.

Black & Veatch is currently building 245 megawatts (MW) of electrolysis capacity across two projects, both scheduled to go commercial before 2025. To put that number in perspective, we are nearly doubling the world’s electrolysis capacity with our engineer, procure, construct (EPC) projects.

Our current hydrogen EPC projects include the world’s largest green hydrogen production and storage hub. The ACES-Delta, a joint venture comprised of Mitsubishi Power and Magnum Development, hydrogen hub will initially be designed to convert more than 220MW of renewable energy daily to 100 tonnes of green hydrogen that will be stored in two expansive salt caverns. The project is located in Delta, Utah, USA.

Storing excess renewable energy as hydrogen in this manner yields a long-term and long-duration energy storage solution, complementing battery energy storage solutions while allowing renewable energy to be deployed in times of highest demand. With hydrogen storage solutions, developers will be able to accommodate and optimise seasonal shifts of excess renewable energy.

The ACES-Delta project provides long-term hydrogen storage in salt caverns

Black & Veatch will engineer, procure, construct, start-up and commission the facility. Mitsubishi Power will provide the hydrogen equipment integration, including the 220MW of electrolysers.

The hydrogen storage hub is adjacent to the Intermountain Power Agency’s (IPA) IPP Renewal Project, an 840MW, hydrogen-capable gas turbine combined cycle power plant. With construction beginning in Spring 2022, the ACES facility will enable operations at that power plant as it scales up from its initial 30% hydrogen fuel to an eventual 100%.

Green hydrogen for CCGT plants

Black & Veatch is the owner’s engineer on the IPP Renewal Project, which marks one of the earliest installations of combustion turbine technology designed to use a high percentage of green hydrogen. The plant will generate power with high flexibility that will allow it to quickly ramp up and down in response to California’s challenging ‘duck curve,’ where the region’s high ratio of variable renewable energy presents challenges for stable grid operations. Whether dispatched for base load power, to follow load and renewable generation swings, or in response to long-duration energy storage needs that far exceed current battery capabilities, the IPP Renewal Project will support the transforming energy mix in the western United States.

We are undertaking the EPC role on a smaller but similar project, which will use green hydrogen blended with natural gas to fuel an existing combined cycle plant. The first-of-a-kind 25MW green hydrogen production facility incorporates Cummins electrolysers, with production targeted for 2024. The hydrogen will be blended with natural gas and supplied to the owner’s existing combined cycle combustion turbine power plant.

Green ammonia production in the Middle East

There is significant potential for green ammonia as a transportable and tradeable zero-carbon fuel, particularly for exporters in the Middle East. As the global green hydrogen economy evolves and demand in Europe and Asia grows for the importation of green ammonia, as an energy carrier of hydrogen, we will see developers across the region explore hybrid green ammonia and LNG infrastructure synergies and start planning their transition into this expanding zero-carbon export opportunity.

Black & Veatch was engaged to develop a feasibility study report for a proposed 300 ton per day ammonia plant based on green hydrogen to be set up in the Middle East. Following the successful completion of the feasibility study, Black & Veatch was appointed to conceptualise the complete project including providing support for electrolyser selection and finalisation. The company is also undertaking studies of this kind for green hydrogen/green ammonia project in Europe, the USA and Asia Pacific.

Green hydrogen production is a complex and rapidly evolving process while the global energy community is still working through and discovering the most efficient, effective and sustainable application of this zero-carbon energy source. To succeed in this environment hydrogen project developers and investors need confidence in the quality of the planning, engineering and construction support they receive alongside a clear understanding of the technologies’ roadmaps, maturities, and commercial viabilities, and thereby avoid the risks and consequences of getting locked into path dependencies.

We believe the most effective support will come from partners with expertise in hydrogen, renewable energy generation, water and wastewater treatment and the complex interfaces between these elements which define hydrogen projects – many of which are first-of-a-kind in terms of technology and location. In addition to capabilities and expertise in all these areas, Black & Veatch’s strength includes managing and integrating multiple technologies in a project to provide a complete solution. To ensure the equipment selections best aligned with projects’ commercial goals the value of a technology agnostic partner cannot be overstated.

For more information, please visit the Black & Veatch website at www.bv.com.

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Saudi Arabia’s National Water Company (NWC) has announced plans to roll out 1,429 projects – collectively worth more than $28.4bn – for tender, making it the water distribution sector’s largest package of projects ever.

In a statement, the NWC said that the roll out is part of its plans to develop water and environmental infrastructure in the Kingdom. This includes expanding the coverage of water and wastewater networks, increasing sewage treatment plants (STPs) capacity, and extending water services coverage to all citizens and residents across the regions of the Kingdom.

The company added that the Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture and NWC Chairman Eng Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen A. AlFadley headed a meeting with senior NWC executives to review the company’s readiness to execute such major national projects.

In May 2022, the UAE said that over $2bn in water desalination projects were underway in the country.

Eng Nemer M Al-Shebl, NWC Acting CEO said: “The projects will contribute to the realisation of the National Water Strategy and Vision 2030’s objectives, diversify economy and boost overall development.”

He added that the projects will complement the sustainability of water and environmental services in the Kingdom. Furthermore, water and wastewater coverage will be immensely increased in all Saudi regions following the completion of these projects, Al-Shebl said.

The Acting CEO emphasised NWC’s commitment to implementing these projects at the highest standard, as well as increasing the local content, which would positively impact economic activities in the regions, especially the industrial and real estate sectors, while also creating job opportunities.

In June, Saudi authorities announced 93 utility infrastructure projects worth $2.26bn.

The projects include 13 administrative regions comprising cities and governorates in all six sectors. NWC has specified 353 projects worth $10.36bn for the Western Sector (Makkah); 240 projects worth $3.77bn for the Central Region (Riyadh); and 215 projects worth $3.44bn for the Northern Sector comprising Qassim, Hail, Jauf and the Northern Borders.

The company will also launch 328 projects worth more than $4bn for the Southern Sector including Asir, Jazan, Najran and Al-Baha provinces: and 162 projects costing over $2bn for the North-west Sector comprising Madinah and Tabuk regions.

Additionally, the company plans to implement 117 projects worth $4.44bn for the Eastern Sector (Eastern Province); and 14 projects worth more than $723.6mn to support all sectors.

Early in August, Doosan Enerbility said that it had won an EPC contract for the $640mn Shuaibah 3 IWP in Saudi Arabia.

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Crane manufacturer Manitowoc has announced the appointment of Jennifer Peterson as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary.

According to the firm, she has served as its Interim General Counsel and Assistant Secretary since May 2022 and joins the executive leadership team with more than 20 years of legal experience from both in-house and private practice.

At the 2022 Construction Machinery Middle East awards the company was shortlisted in the ‘Crane of the Year’ and ‘Outstanding Manufacturer of the Year’ categories.

Peterson’s other roles within the company include serving as Vice President and Associate General Counsel since April 2021 and Associate General Counsel – Litigation and Product Safety since January 2018.

“I am excited to have Jennifer take this key role for Manitowoc. I’ve worked closely with Jennifer for over four years, and her leadership and experience in leading the increasing demands from stakeholders on global legal, risk, and compliance programs makes her the ideal person to ensure our company is positioned for long-term success in these areas,” commented Aaron H. Ravenscroft, President and Chief Executive Officer.

In September 2021 the company updated its Grove TMS9000-2 truck crane with more power and faster setup features, while in June 2022, it launched a new version of the Potain MCT 565 for short-jib applications.

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In response to the accelerated pace of digital transformation and increasing investment being funneled into smart buildings, AESG says it is now one of the first firms in the region with accredited professionals who can support developers, building owners, and facilities managers in achieving WiredScore and SmartScore certifications.

According to AESG, the globally recognised certifications were developed to create technologically advanced buildings with uninterrupted connectivity that helps advance functionalities such as collaborative working, health and well-being, safety, security, and sustainability, and supports the incorporation of future innovations.

These benefits translate to the ability to attract and retain tenants and increase rental value, with studies showing that the WiredScore certification increases a property’s rental value by an average of 5%, the firm stated.

In early August 2022, PNC Menon, Chairman of Sobha Group said that smart homes are a critical component of smart cities.

“Work and living spaces have fundamentally changed in recent decades and high-quality, uninterrupted connectivity is now as vital to occupants as running water. In fact, quality of digital connectivity places second only to location among the top criteria tenants look for when moving to a new office. Smart buildings are fundamentally shifting the real-estate market, forcing building owners and landlords to re-evaluate functionalities ranging from user productivity and well-being to environmental impact,” said Saeed Al Abbar, CEO at AESG.

He added, “These stakeholders must now recognise that advanced, sustainable digital infrastructure is the foundation of the ongoing revolution to make buildings smarter and thereby enable a more collaborative, innovative, and dynamic future.”

Middle East Consultant will host its inaugural Wellness in Construction Summit in Dubai on 28 September – registration and attendance is free for construction professionals.

AESG explained that Rohan Chandavarkar, Associate Digital Delivery and Mark Derbyshire, Commissioning Manager have been trained under the WiredScore and SmartScore accreditation programs. The firm said both individuals will work closely with AESG’s clients to understand, improve, and communicate the user functionalities and technological foundations of their buildings to deliver exceptional user experience, drive cost-efficiencies, meet high standards of sustainability and future-proof buildings.

The firm said it estimates the typical certification period for WiredScore and SmartScore to be between three to four weeks. Following certification, the firm, together with WiredScore, will help promote the building by defining a bespoke leasing and marketing strategy that includes information such as tenant engagement guides, building fact sheets, and building roadmaps that will help the client provide training to leasing teams, brokers, and project managers, it added.

During this initial launch phase, AESG will primarily target commercial buildings – both existing and in development – in the UAE. The firm then intends to expand the offering to the rest of the GCC, United Kingdom and Singapore.

In early July, AESG’s Lindsey Malcolm told Middle East Construction News that a longer-term perspective to decision making is key to tackling GHG emissions. Later in the month, AESG announced it achieved Fire and Life Safety certification from Saudi Civil Defense.

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Digital construction is front of mind for many in the built environment; it is seen as a potential equaliser that can be leveraged to tackle a mounting number of issues including logistics and supply chain challenges, talent shortages, rising fuel costs and others. Andy Boutle, Head of Digital Construction at ALEC also reckons it’s key to reducing the impact construction projects have on the environment.

Speaking exclusively to Middle East Construction News (MECN), Boutle says, “Being able to accurately measure embodied carbon during design development; being able to facilitate properly informed decision and predictability; minimising material waste through better coordination; facilitating modern methods of construction; creating accurate insights for business intelligence from working with data; all these highly desirable objectives are in reach and up for grabs, and in scope for digital construction implementation.”

As one of the Middle East region’s largest contractors, ALEC has long had sustainability in its sights. Discussing the firm’s approach and objectives, he responds, “We have long-term objectives that will contribute towards lessening our overall carbon footprint. However, it is a combination of people, processes, and technologies that come together towards making this possible. In line with our commitment to sustainability, this year, ALEC will also unveil its first ever Sustainability report. This report, which will be made publicly available, conforms to GRI standards and comprehensively details our ESG goals and the measures we have been taking to achieve them.”

In June 2022, Big Project Middle East announced that its Digital Construction Summit will take place on 14 September 2022 – registration is free for construction industry professionals. The magazine also announced that it is organising the first edition of the ME Digital Construction Awards on 25 October. Nominations are now open.

In June, ALEC’s Sustainability Committee told MECN that the built environment has “several great opportunities” to reduce GHG emissions.

Coming back to the impact technology can have on projects apart from enabling firms to step up their focus on sustainable development, Boutle notes, “Even the relatively simple things like ensuring the IT infrastructure can support remote/agile working, and having the culture, training, and support to drive this can help navigate a lot of challenges, as has been proven by measures taken to navigate COVID-19 lockdowns. Of course, digital technologies will not solve all problems but they will certainly be a key component of where we are heading as an industry.”

ALEC recently appointed Craig Garett as its Digital Construction Manager KSA, as part of its focus on digital construction and its push into the growing Saudi construction market. Discussing the market and some of the challenges and what digital construction can bring to the table, Boutle explains, “The Saudi market can be tough to enter and operate in, however, we are mobilised and currently delivering the Qiddiya Water Theme Park as an ‘ESA’ Joint Venture with El Seif. We also have a promising number of opportunities in the pipeline for KSA.”

He adds, “Digital Construction is absolutely key to facilitating the ambitions of KSA’s built environment. This is evidenced by major developers in the region placing demanding information requirements on their supply chains to deliver against, with a vision of connected ‘digital twins’ and smart cities.”

It’s frequently said that the benefits of digital construction and modern technology will only truly have an impact if the solutions are employed through the entire construction supply chain.

Asked about his thoughts on this and how the firm will influence its supply chain, Boutle states, “We have a very good reputation already, but we want to be seen as a leader in the region and beyond for digital construction. Part of the scope of retaining the Kitemark certification is to have demonstrable evidence of working with our supply chain to support/upskill and provide feedback, so we will be held to account this way regardless of our own ambitions.”

He concludes, “I have a workshop earmarked for Q4 of this year where we will be inviting our supply chain partners to identify their ambitions, pain points, and challenges when working with ALEC, as well as setting some clear expectations from our side. It’s important that we have a regular drum beat for these kinds of activities, so we can address any weak links in the chain in a proactive, supportive and constructive manner.”

At the 2021 Big Project Middle East Awards, the contractor picked up a number of wins on the night including the ‘Project of the Year’ and ‘Best Pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai’, amongst others.

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According to the latest data from the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai attracted 7.12m international overnight visitors between January and June 2022 (H1) – achieving more than 183% growth compared to the 2.52m tourists who visited Dubai during the same period in 2021.

“The vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to make Dubai the city of the future and the world’s best place to live, work and invest in has resulted in a resurgence of Dubai’s tourism sector. The growth in tourists reflects the resilience and dynamism of the emirate’s economy. His Highness’s vision has helped Dubai create a strong and stable economic foundation and a dynamic business ecosystem, enabling it to become a leading global hub for diverse sectors,” remarked Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

In July 2022, the Select Group acquired The Mere Golf Resort & Spa in the UK and, later in the month, SAAS Properties inked a deal with hospitality firm Sonder Holdings to operate 401 units in its Business Bay tower.

The increase in visitor levels is said to have resulted in the emirate enjoying one of the world’s highest hotel occupancy levels, with stellar metrics during the first half of the year. The average occupancy for the hotel sector between January and June 2022 stood at 74%, compared to 62% in H1 2021, a difference of 12 percentage points – and just short of the 76% occupancy level registered during the pre-pandemic period of H1 2019.

In terms of who is visiting, Western Europe accounted for a significant share of tourist arrivals, comprising 22% of total international visitors in the first six months of 2022. MENA and GCC tourists continued to make an impact, collectively contributing 34% of total international visitors, showing Dubai’s appeal to visitors from surrounding markets as a trusted and preferred destination. These regions were followed closely by South Asia with a share of 16% and Russia, CIS and Eastern Europe together accounting for 11% of total visitors.

In August, CBRE said that it had advised Aldar Properties on a $221mn RAK resort acquisition deal.

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Johnson Arabia has completed works for Oman’s largest date processing factory. Based in Nizwa, the complex is being developed by Nakheel Oman Development Company and is designed to receive, store, refrigerate, process, package and distribute vast quantities of locally harvested dates.

As part of this project, ten AWPs consisting of 18m-28m boom lifts and 15m-18m scissor lifts were supplied by the rental company. The equipment was used for the steel structure erection in the early stages and then for fire alarm systems installation and then Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) works at the end of the project.

In March 2022, Johnson Arabia said that it had taken delivery of 10 JLG Electric Scissor Lifts and, in May, it told Construction Machinery Middle East that it is putting safety first for its end users.

“The site was around 40% complete when we started to send stuff into it so site inspections were done to make sure sizes being requested would be suitable for the job. We also were working with companies we have done a lot of work with, in the past, so we knew they would have qualified operators as using 40m booms in particular can be tricky to operate at that height. At these heights if something goes wrong it can have deadly consequences, so safety is of top priority,” said Sean Kenny, Sales Manager at Johnson Arabia in Oman.

He concluded, “This site was in the freezone and so had quite difficult entry requirements, especially during peak COVID, and they were also ever changing requirements that we had to keep on top of to make sure that not only could our equipment get into the site but so could our service and maintenance teams.”

At the 2022 Construction Machinery Middle East Awards, the company won the award in the ‘Lifting Achievement of the Year’ category.

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Developer Azizi Developments said that it has made rapid progress across its three premium off-plan projects: Park Avenue I, II and III, in Mohammed Bin Rashid City in Dubai.

In a statement, Azizi said that Park Avenue I is now 38% complete, Park Avenue II is at 41%, and Park Avenue III is at 40%. The project comprises of 372 residential and 29 retail units, with each of the three buildings having its own fully equipped gym and swimming pool. It added that work is progressing swiftly, with the structure of Park Avenue I now being 84% complete and Park Avenue II and III’s structures now having reached 96% and 97%, respectively. The total workforce also increased to 340 to further accelerate construction.

In May 2022, the developer signed an agreement with Nerkal Interior for luxury interiors at its Riviera megaproject and, later in the month, said its 245-unit Berton development is on track for delivery in Q3.

Farhad Azizi, CEO of Azizi Developments, said: “We have made significant progress with Park Avenue I, II and III. By revamping our procurement procedures, and by having selected reliable, trustworthy contractors only, we’ve achieved faster construction and at noticeably higher quality levels, exceeding the needs and wants of our valued investors and end-users. The Park Avenue developments are in great demand from local and foreign investors due to the sophisticated, affluent, and contemporary lifestyle they offer through their build quality, strategic location and exceptional amenities.”

The Park Avenue project is said to be easily accessible and is in close proximity to the developer’s French Mediterranean-inspired master-planned community, Riviera, as well the upcoming Meydan One Mall, the Meydan Grandstand, The Track, and is a 10-minute-drive to Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai.

In June, the developer said it had started to handover Creek Views I in Dubai Healthcare City.

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Cummins has completed its acquisition of Meritor, a global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets, the company has announced. The integration of Meritor’s people, products and capabilities in axle and brake technology will help position Cummins as a leading provider of integrated powertrain solutions across internal combustion and electric power applications.

As demand for decarbonised solutions accelerates, ePowertrains are expected to be a critical integration point within hybrid and electric drivetrains creating packaging and performance differentiation and the opportunity to provide more advanced clean mobility products, the firm said.

In July 2022, Cummins and Komatsu said they were collaborating on zero-emissions mining haul trucks.

In a statement announcing the acquisition, Cummins said it intends to deliver market-leading decarbonised solutions to global customers by accelerating Meritor’s investment in electrification and integrating development within its New Power business.

“We are excited to welcome Meritor’s employees into Cummins,” said Jennifer Rumsey, Cummins’ President and Chief Executive Officer. “Together, Cummins and Meritor will move further and faster in developing economically viable decarbonized powertrain solutions that are better for people and our planet.” Rumsey took the reins as President and CEO on 1 August 2022.

Tom Linebarger, Cummins’ Executive Chairman added, “Cummins can help grow Meritor’s core business given our sales and service network and customer relationships around the world, and this acquisition has clear synergies for both companies that will position us for future investments during our industry’s technology transition.”

Cummins also introduces its new range of Centum Series generators late in July.

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that the Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Corridor Improvement Project has reached the 75% completion mark.

According to a WAM report, the project, which extends eight kilometres along Ras Al Khor Road from the intersection of Dubai – Al Ain Road to the intersection of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, includes works such as the construction of bridges extending two kilometres, widening Ras Al Khor Road from three to four lanes in each direction, and building two-lane service roads on both sides.

“The project aims to increase the capacity of Ras Al Khor Road to 10,000 vehicles per hour, slash the travel time from 20 minutes to about seven minutes, enhance traffic safety and flow, and eliminate the existing overlapping traffic spots. The project serves a host of major development projects inhabited by 650,000 residents namely The Lagoons, Dubai Creek, Meydan Horizon, Ras Al Khor, Al Wasl, and Nad Al Hamar Complex,” said Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA.

In April 2022, the RTA unveiled its five-year sustainability plan for Dubai.

“The project also includes improving the intersection of Nad Al Hamar Road with Ras Al Khor Road to enhance its capacity to 30,000 vehicles per hour by constructing a two-lane bridge extending 988m to enable free left-side turns of traffic inbound from Nad Al Hamar Road towards Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.

“It also involves the construction of another two-lane bridge extending 115m to serve the traffic inbound from Nad Al Hamar to Ras Al Khor Road in the direction of Dubai – Al Ain Road. Works also include the construction of a two-lane tunnel extending 368m to enable right-side turns from Ras Al Khor Road to Nad Al Hamar, improving the existing intersection, and widening the existing turns,” Al Tayer added.

The project has been divided into several phases. In 2021, the RTA completed the construction of a three-lane bridge extending 740m leading to the Western entrance to Dubai Creek – Dubai Creek Harbour. The bridge connects the traffic inbound from Dubai – Al Ain Road and Al Khail Road, heading East to the Dubai Creek – Dubai Creek Harbour, with a capacity of 7,500 incoming vehicles per hour.

In May, the said it plans to extend dedicated bus and taxi lanes over a five-year period.

“The Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Corridor Improvement Project is one of the biggest undertaken by the RTA. In future, it will include the construction of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Crossing, which is a bridge crossing over the Dubai Creek to link Al Jaddaf in Bur Dubai with the street extending between Dubai Creek Project and Dubai Festival City.”

“RTA has also constructed a new 1.5km road of four lanes in each direction along with entry and exit points to and from the newly completed areas and buildings to facilitate the movement of traffic inbound from Nad Al Hamar – Ras Al Khor Roads intersection,” Al Tayer remarked.

“The new roads and bridges network contributed to streamlining the traffic flow to the newly completed housing units at Dubai Creek by linking them with the surrounding roads. The new roads were also fitted with a lighting network of 108 streetlight poles. Work is currently underway to construct a 640-metre bridge to ensure smooth traffic movement from the Dubai Creek Harbour project towards Ras Al Khor Road with a capacity of about 3,100 vehicles per hour,” he concluded.

In July, the RTA said that the majority of construction was completed on roads across three residential districts in Al Quoz 2, Nad Al Sheba 2 and Al Barsha South 3.

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