Dubai Municipality moves forward with phase one of the AED30 billion 'Tasreef' infrastructure vision, enhancing drainage capacity by 700% and unlocking long-term investment potential in key urban zones.
Under the directive of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Municipality has awarded AED1.439 billion in contracts for the development and expansion of the emirate’s stormwater drainage network. The initiative is part of the 'Tasreef' project—Dubai’s largest and most advanced unified stormwater collection system.
The new infrastructure will cover over 36 km of drainage lines, targeting high-density and high-growth zones like Nad Al Hamar, Dubai International Airport, Al Quoz, Zabeel, Jumeirah, and more. These areas represent prime urban corridors with significant commercial and residential real estate value.
These benefits enhance investor confidence, particularly in mixed-use developments and logistics hubs near airport and industrial districts.
The Tasreef project is designed for scalability over the coming century, incorporating future-ready technology and integrated spatial planning. The network’s discharge capacity will increase by 700%, accommodating Dubai’s projected population and commercial growth well into the next 100 years.
According to Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Acting Director General of Dubai Municipality, Tasreef aligns with Dubai’s goals to be a global benchmark in urban sustainability, resilience, and liveability. The project also enhances the emirate’s appeal to international developers and infrastructure partnerships in sectors such as smart city technology, AI-driven urban planning, and green construction.
With an eventual budget of AED30 billion, Tasreef is more than a drainage project—it is a foundational layer of Dubai’s economic and urban future. It supports real estate values, attracts infrastructure investors, and creates reliable conditions for high-value developments in residential, retail, tourism, and industrial sectors.
As phase one rolls out, developers and institutional investors should explore opportunities in the newly prioritized zones, especially where enhanced infrastructure intersects with high-demand urban centers. The Tasreef project signals a long-term commitment to urban resilience—an essential metric in today’s property investment landscape.
