Dubai South to get AED 150 million stormwater drainage upgrade

Dubai is taking major steps to boost its stormwater infrastructure.

Dubai Municipality has signed a strategic AED 150 million agreement with Dubai South to build an advanced drainage system in the area's residential district.

Part of the broader Tasreef project, the initiative includes a new secondary stormwater tunnel that will connect Dubai South’s drainage network to the city’s deep tunnel system via Expo Road.

The upgrade is designed to reduce flood risk, protect public infrastructure and improve urban resilience.

The project supports Dubai’s long-term vision for smart, sustainable development and aligns with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.

Tasreef, led by Dubai Municipality, is a AED 30 billion programme aiming to expand stormwater coverage across the emirate by 2033.

Once complete, the system will handle over 20 million cubic metres of water a day and increase drainage capacity by 700 per cent.

Its previous phases have improved stormwater infrastructure in areas like Al Maktoum City, Expo City, and the Airport District.

Dubai Municipality has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Dubai South worth AED 150 million to develop an advanced stormwater drainage system in Dubai South’s residential district. The initiative forms part of the broader Tasreef project and supports Dubai’s commitment… pic.twitter.com/EgyJWYTRsd

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