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Brazil- The governor of São Paulo, Tarcísio de Freitas, has authorized the Department of Education to start the bidding process for privatizing “non-pedagogical” services in 33 new elementary and secondary schools. This initiative represents a significant step towards a public-private partnership (PPP) model in the state’s education system. The services up for privatization include a variety of operational and maintenance tasks such as building and equipment upkeep, cleaning, security, concierge services, gardening, pest control, food services, and assistance for students with daily activities. While these services are crucial for the smooth operation of schools, the direct teaching responsibilities will continue…

Vietnam- Bayer Vietnam has partnered with the National Agricultural Extension Center (NAEC) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) to launch the ForwardFarming initiative. This collaboration marks the opening of Southeast Asia’s first ForwardFarm in Thới Lai District, Cần Thơ City, aiming to propel sustainable agricultural practices in Việt Nam. The initiative is part of a public-private partnership (PPP) model that aligns with Việt Nam’s goal to become a global agricultural leader by 2030. The ForwardFarm in Cần Thơ stems from a memorandum of understanding signed between Bayer and the NAEC in August 2022. This partnership focuses on…

Saudi Arabia- National Water Company (NWC) is making a significant leap forward in enhancing its water treatment infrastructure by awarding a substantial contract to the Spanish firm Aguas de Valencia. This contract, worth over SAR 555 million ($148 million), is set to span the next 15 years and will involve rehabilitating, operating, and maintaining sewage treatment plants (STPs) in Taif city. This partnership is a key element of NWC’s strategic plan to engage the private sector in the country’s water sector investment opportunities. The contract outlines a levelized tariff of SAR 0.67 per cubic meter, equivalent to about USD 0.18…

Georgia- The Anaklia Deep Sea Port, set to reshape Georgia’s maritime landscape, is planned to be developed over nine phases with a total investment of $2.5 billion. Designed with a depth of 16 meters, the port will accommodate vessels up to 10,000 TEUs, establishing itself as a key hub on the “One Belt One Road” route. Strategically located on the shortest path between China and Europe, the port will serve as a vital gateway for cargo entering the landlocked regions of Central Asia and the Caucasus. Georgia’s strategic position along the ancient trade route, now revitalized as the New Silk…

Saudia Arabia- Over 100 companies, including 52 from Saudi Arabia, have expressed interest in the ambitious Abha International Airport project. This initiative, set in Saudi Arabia’s Asir Province, aims to develop and operate a new terminal building and related facilities through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Selected partners will enter into long-term agreements spanning 30 years, covering responsibilities from constructing a state-of-the-art terminal to managing complex airport operations. The master plan for the airport was revealed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in October 2023. Following this, Foster & Partners was awarded the design consultancy contract. The plan is designed…

Saudi Arabia- The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), in partnership with the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP), has announced the commencement of the Expression of Interest (EOI) phase for an ambitious K9 Training Center and Points of Entry (PoEs) project. This project will be executed through a public-private partnership (PPP) model, specifically following the Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain-Transfer (DBFOMT) approach. The contract for this project will span 21.5 years, which includes the time allocated for construction. The primary objective of this project is to develop and operate the National K9 Training Center (NTC) at a strategically central location in Saudi…

Chile- The Chilean Ministry of Public Works (MOP) is making strides in a substantial infrastructure endeavor with a USD 91 million investment to improve connectivity between Vespucio Norte and Route 68. This project, which began in March 2022, involves constructing a “mill” type interchange to replace the current connection. A notable aspect of this work is the installation of 22 oversized beams, each measuring 35 to 45 meters and weighing 42 tons. This installation process started on April 12 and will continue until the end of the year, with beams being transported from Talcahuano to the Metropolitan Region. The project,…

Singapore- The National University Hospital (NUH) and Mirxes have officially launched the NUH DMOC@Biopolis, a groundbreaking public-private partnership center for specialty molecular testing in Singapore. This center extends NUH’s Diagnostic Molecular Oncology Centre (DMOC) and integrates with Mirxes’ clinical laboratory, M Diagnostics at Biopolis. The inauguration, attended by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, highlights the importance of this collaboration. This partnership, initiated in September 2020 and operational since April 2023, is the first in Singapore to have two clinical laboratories, both accredited under the Healthcare Services Act (HCSA), co-located at one site. This integration combines NUH’s clinical expertise with…

USA- Delaware is embarking on a transformative public-private partnership with Enstructure, the private operator of the Port of Wilmington, to develop a new port terminal at the Edgemoor site. This ambitious $635 million project is set to significantly enhance Delaware’s maritime infrastructure, marking the largest port expansion since the current Port of Wilmington opened in 1923. Governor John Carney announced that the state will contribute $195 million, roughly 31% of the project’s total cost, while Enstructure will handle the majority of construction and equipment expenses. The project’s funding will also be supplemented by federal sources and the Diamond State Port…

Saudi Arabia- The partnership between Miahona Company and Thabat Construction Company has successfully reached financial closure on a vital initiative: the Ras Tanura Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWWTP) for Saudi Aramco. This achievement kicks off a pivotal project designed to boost environmental sustainability and resource management within Saudi Arabia. This comprehensive venture involves the creation of a new IWWTP, capable of treating 20,000 cubic meters of water daily. The project scope extends to developing transmission pipelines and adding a new Wet Air Oxidation (WAO) plant at the sprawling Ras Tanura Refinery Complex. Ras Tanura isn’t just any location; it’s one…