Author: The PPP Post

The Congo-Russia oil pipeline, a major energy infrastructure project under a public-private partnership (PPP), is set to launch by the end of 2025. The announcement came from a meeting on June 19, 2025, in St. Petersburg. Congo’s Minister of International Cooperation and PPP Promotion, Mr. Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso, and Russian Deputy Minister of Energy, Mr. Pavel Sorokin, confirmed the timeline. They met during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). The project will connect Pointe-Noire, Loutété, Maloukou, and Tréchot via a 450-kilometer pipeline. The PPP structure includes a Russian developer, Congo’s National Petroleum Company (SNPC), and local operators. Currently,…

Abu Dhabi is taking new steps to boost its project delivery through the ADIO ADPIC PPP collaboration, officially launched at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS). The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) signed the agreement with support from senior officials, including H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi and H.E. Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa. This initiative aims to improve how infrastructure projects are planned, structured, and procured across the Emirate. By linking pipelines with execution, it supports faster investor engagement and project rollout. The ADIO ADPIC PPP collaboration introduces a unified model…

The Geneva 2025 H20 Summit, held on 19–20 June, united global health leaders, ministers, financiers, and development experts to tackle urgent challenges in health systems. The G20 Health & Development Partnership, alongside the World Health Organization (WHO), hosted this timely gathering. Their central focus was to strengthen sustainable, inclusive health financing models. Given rising global economic volatility and shrinking aid budgets, the urgency for reform has become undeniable. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urged countries to shift away from donor dependency and focus on mobilizing domestic resources. He emphasized the importance of building resilient local financing systems that can…

Saudi Social Infrastructure PPPs are central to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, especially within education and healthcare. Historically dominated by government, these sectors now embrace private-sector innovation to boost efficiency. Saudi Arabia plans over 200 PPP projects, reflecting its commitment to leveraging private expertise. Transitioning smoothly, the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP) manages these projects under the robust 2021 Private Sector Participation (PSP) Law, ensuring transparency and efficiency in procurement. Enhancing Education through PPPs The education sector provides vast opportunities for PPPs, notably in primary and secondary schools. Saudi Arabia manages around 38,000 schools, with 80% publicly operated. Vision…

Kuwait PPP energy projects are now the country’s strongest weapon against its escalating power crisis. Rapid population growth and urban expansion are pushing demand higher. Rising temperatures only add to the load. Since last year, the government has implemented planned power cuts to cope. KAPP, the Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects, aims to change that. Its acting director general, Asmaa Al-Mousa, recently confirmed that a new contract will be awarded within weeks. Under the PPP framework, private partners (foreign, Kuwaiti, or consortiums) hold 26–44% of the project companies. Kuwaiti citizens get 50% of shares, while the government keeps the rest.…

The European Vaccines Hub for Pandemic Readiness (EVH), established by the Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA), aims to accelerate vaccine development for health emergencies. This EVH public-private partnership marks a significant advancement in Europe’s pandemic preparedness. By bringing together academic researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and biotech firms, the collaboration will enable Europe to respond swiftly to emerging health threats. The EU has allocated 102 million EUR through its EU4Health program to support the initiative. This project will help create a resilient vaccine development ecosystem across Europe. The project includes 11 beneficiaries and 13 affiliated and associated entities from seven…

The Netflix PBS streaming collaboration has opened a new chapter for Sesame Street. Indeed, this unique public-private partnership (PPP) combines Netflix’s global reach with PBS’s public service mission. Starting later this year, new episodes will air simultaneously on Netflix, PBS, and the PBS Kids app. Therefore, families can enjoy the show on their preferred platform. Additionally, Netflix will provide select past episodes worldwide. This deal follows Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision not to renew its streaming agreement. Since children’s programming accounts for 15% of Netflix’s viewing, this collaboration aligns perfectly with its audience focus. Meanwhile, Sesame Street remains free for American…

Qatar’s Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has launched a five-year plan (2025–2029) worth over QAR 81 billion. The plan emphasizes the role of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models in delivering roads, government buildings, sewage systems, and drainage networks. At a press conference, HE Eng. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Meer, President of Ashghal, highlighted how the plan builds on development during the FIFA World Cup 2022. It marks Ashghal’s largest investment, indicating a move toward innovation and greater private sector involvement. The initiative aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 and addresses urban growth and climate challenges. Early actions under this plan will use…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched 116 tenders and auctions, inviting companies across the UAE to participate until the end of 2025. These PPP tenders in Dubai cover diverse sectors like consultancy, services, IT, insurance, infrastructure, and operations & maintenance. The initiative stems from the Dubai Government’s Public-Private Partnership Strategy 2024–2026. It aims to drive economic growth by expanding opportunities for the private sector, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which currently represent over 94% of registered businesses in Dubai. Through this effort, RTA seeks to enhance collaboration and efficiency in delivering public services. The agency’s Supplier and…

Abu Dhabi has officially launched a transformative project to develop EV infrastructure Abu Dhabi under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. This step supports the Emirate’s climate neutrality ambitions for 2050. The initiative is led by the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), a key affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport. It introduces a scalable network under the Charge AD brand. In the first phase, 1,000 stations will be installed across 400 locations in Abu Dhabi Island, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. Tariffs are set at AED 0.70 per kWh for AC and AED 1.20 per kWh for fast DC chargers.…