Author: The PPP Post

Ras Al Khaimah has taken a major step in infrastructure delivery with the signing of its first public-private partnership for wastewater services. Through the Ras Al Khaimah PPP project, the Public Services Department signed a long-term Sewage Treatment Agreement with a consortium led by TAQA Water Solutions, Etihad Water and Electricity, and Saur International. The project will deliver a modern wastewater treatment plant with capacity of 60,000 cubic metres per day. As a result, it can serve up to 300,000 residents. Moreover, the project supports Ras Al Khaimah’s long-term vision for clean cities and reliable public services. At the same…

Kuwait has approved a major $3.3 billion contract for the Kabd North wastewater treatment plant, marking an important step for the Kuwait wastewater PPP project and the country’s environmental strategy. The Central Agency for Public Tenders cleared the Ministry of Public Works to sign with China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC). The deal is valued at 999.85 million Kuwaiti dinars, or about $3.276 billion. Once completed, the facility will treat up to one million cubic meters of wastewater each day. This makes it Kuwait’s largest plant by capacity. In addition, CSCEC will operate and maintain the site for ten years.…

The World Bank has approved long-term financing for Bhutan’s 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project, giving a major boost to the Bhutan hydropower PPP project and deepening clean energy ties between Bhutan and India. Dorjilung Hydro Power Limited (DHPL) is developing the project through a joint venture between Druk Green Power Corporation, which holds 60%, and Tata Power of India, which owns 40%. Once completed, Dorjilung will generate over 4,500 GWh of electricity each year. This output will raise Bhutan’s installed power capacity by almost 40%. About 80% of the energy will flow to India through Tata Power Trading Company Limited.…

Libya has signed a major international agreement to expand and modernize the Misrata Free Zone, marking one of the country’s largest infrastructure investments outside the oil sector. Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah announced that the project is expected to attract about $2.7 billion in foreign investment. Annual operating revenues could reach nearly $500 million. The initiative centers on the Misrata Free Zone PPP, which aims to transform the port into a competitive logistics hub serving Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The project will raise container-handling capacity to four million TEUs per year, a level comparable with leading regional ports. At…

Uzbekistan Secures Masdar Investment following the financial close of a $225 million solar and battery storage project in the Kashkadarya Region. Masdar announced the milestone on January 15 during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, with senior officials from Uzbekistan and the UAE present. The financing supports a 300-megawatt solar power plant at Guzar, paired with a 75-megawatt-hour battery energy storage system. The project will supply electricity to the national grid and strengthen power reliability. Once operational, it will avoid more than 400,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year. It will also generate enough electricity to meet the needs of about…

The Mozambique bus assembly plant proposal reflects the government’s growing focus on improving public transport through private sector participation. The Transport and Communications Development Fund, working under the Ministry of Transport and Logistics, has issued an expression of interest to attract an industrial partner. The project falls under the Public Passenger Transport System Improvement initiative. It responds to rising transport demand in cities such as Maputo, Beira, and Nampula. Mozambique’s urban population has grown by over 3% annually during the past decade. However, public transport supply has not kept pace. Many commuters still rely on aging minibuses and informal services.…

Sri Lanka Health PPPs have come into focus as the country places healthcare reform high on its policy agenda following Cabinet approval to expand advanced diagnostic services in government hospitals. Demand for diagnostic tests has increased steadily as non-communicable diseases continue to spread nationwide. Official health statistics show that NCDs account for more than 80% of all deaths in Sri Lanka. As a result, public hospitals face growing pressure to provide timely CT scans, MRI services, cardiac catheterization, angiography, and advanced laboratory testing. However, many hospitals still lack this essential equipment. Waiting lists remain long, especially outside Colombo. In several…

Uzbekistan has outlined a clear roadmap to modernize its aviation sector under the updated Uzbekistan-2030 strategy, placing the Uzbekistan five airport PPP initiative at its core. The government plans to upgrade five major airports and gradually shift their management to private partners by 2030. Passenger traffic in Uzbekistan has grown steadily since market liberalization, with volumes exceeding pre-pandemic levels by 2023. This growth has exposed capacity gaps at several regional airports, especially in terminals, ground handling, and commercial services. Instead of relying only on public funding, the government now seeks private capital and operational expertise. PPP structures allow the state…

India has reached a major healthcare milestone with the launch of Madhya Pradesh Medical Colleges in the tribal districts of Dhar and Betul through a Public-Private Partnership framework. Union Health Minister J P Nadda joined Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav at the foundation ceremony. This marks the first time India has adopted a structured PPP model for medical colleges. Under the arrangement, the state government has leased up to 25 acres of land for each institution. Private partners will finance and construct academic blocks, hostels, laboratories, and residential facilities. Each college will be linked to an existing district hospital. This…

Dubai Municipality has launched the Dubai integrated RV route, introducing a new model for outdoor and road-trip tourism in the region. The initiative creates a single network of serviced RV parks, dedicated stations, and connected travel corridors across the emirate. Globally, RV tourism continues to expand, with the market valued at over USD 45 billion and growing at nearly 8% each year. Dubai’s move responds to rising demand for flexible, experience-driven travel that combines comfort with nature. Instead of informal camping areas, the route offers planned destinations with utilities, safety services, and digital connectivity. Families can now explore desert, coastal,…