Dubai: Dubai Municipality has announced significant progress in its AED 500 million stormwater drainage infrastructure development project in Deira, having completed 36% of the first phase. Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, led a field visit to the project site, accompanied by key executive, administrative, and engineering leaders.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Deira project spans 13 vital areas, covering 4,700 hectares and involving the development of 60 kilometres of stormwater drainage networks. The first phase is set for completion by the end of 2027, marking a significant enhancement to the emirate's stormwater management system. During the field visit, bin Ghalita assessed the project's scope and progress in areas such as Al Qusais 1 and 2, Oud Al Muteena, Mizhar 3, and others. The project employs advanced engineering techniques to ensure efficient delivery and minimal disruption to residents and businesses.
As part of the current phase, 22 kilometres of drainage networks have been developed, with pipe diameters of up to 2.5 metres. A new pumping station, with a capacity of 8,000 litres per second, has also been constructed near Dubai Creek to boost the stormwater system's efficiency. This initiative is part of the broader Tasreef Programme, which aims to unify Dubai's stormwater networks with a total investment of AED 30 billion, significantly increasing infrastructure capacity and reducing associated costs.
Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita emphasized the strategic importance of these projects in enhancing Dubai's infrastructure sustainability and resilience, aligning with global standards. He stated that the Municipality is committed to making Dubai a future-ready city with a high quality of life, supporting both residents and businesses.
Eng. Adel Mohammed Al Marzouqi, CEO of the Waste and Sewerage Agency at Dubai Municipality, highlighted the project's focus on operational efficiency and sustainability, using flexible engineering solutions to mitigate water accumulation risks and improve service quality.
Dubai Municipality continues to apply an integrated approach to manage its stormwater and sewerage systems, leveraging smart technologies and innovative solutions to support sustainable urban development in line with the emirate's growth plans.