Archive | Construction & Engineering In Iraq

Iraq Business News brings you the latest information on developments and opportunities in the construction & engineering industries in Iraq.

PM inaugurates Al-Amarah Water Project

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has inaugurated the Al-Amarah Unified Major Water Project, a 16,000 m³/hour facility aimed at securing potable water supply for all areas of Al-Amarah City in Maysan [Missan] Province. Al-Sudani emphasized that completing stalled infrastructure projects is a top government priority, particularly those that have faced long […]

Will Iraq's Real Estate Market Boom or Collapse?

By Salam Jabbar Shihab, for the Al-Bayan Center for Planning and Studies. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Real Estate and the Banking Intermediary Between Sellers and Buyers: Will the Real Estate Market Boom or Collapse? Several macroeconomic factors are driving the […]

Iraq Advances Towards Operational Phase of Grand Faw Port

By John Lee. The management of the General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) held an extensive meeting this week with representatives from the Ministry of Planning and consultancy firm KBR at the Ministry of Transport headquarters to discuss the transition to the operational phase of the Grand Faw Port. Dr. Farhan Al-Fartousi, Director General […]

Iraq's Finance Minister Discusses Cooperation with GIZ

By John Lee. Iraq's Minister of Finance, Taif Sami Mohammed, met with a representative from the German Agency for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, GIZ) on Wednesday to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in financial and technical sectors. The discussions focused on supporting development projects, achieving sustainable growth, and exchanging expertise to improve financial […]

Rebuilding Resilience: A New Vision for Iraq's Displacement Crisis

By Sameedha Mahajan, Architect and Urban Designer. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Introduction For decades, Iraq has been grappling with conflict, political instability, and economic hardship. Millions have been displaced due to violence, wars, and terrorism, particularly in regions like Mosul […]

Industry Minister Reviews Fertiliser Production in Basra

By John Lee. Iraq's Minister of Industry and Minerals, Khaled Battal Al-Najm, chaired a meeting with the General Company for Southern Fertilisers in Basra to review current partnership contracts and assess factory operations. The discussions focused on ensuring the continuous production of fertilisers to support the agricultural sector and enhance food security. The meeting covered […]

$374m Chinese Investment in Iraqi Medical City

By John Lee. Iraq has signed a contract with China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) to build a comprehensive Medical City in Dhi Qar Province. The 490 billion Iraqi dinar [$374 million] project was finalized under the supervision of the Dhi Qar Reconstruction Fund and the Ministry of Health. During the signing ceremony, Prime Minister […]

Work Begins at Baghdad's new Waste-to-Energy Power Plant

By John Lee. Construction has started on the Waste-to-Energy Power Plant Project in Al-Nahrawan, Baghdad. With a capacity of 100 megawatts, the plant will use high-efficiency complete combustion technology, according to a statement from the Media Office of the Prime Minister. Iraq's Council of Ministers approved the project in February, awarding it to the Chinese […]

Construction Starts on Iraq's Tallest Bridge

By John Lee. Following laying of the foundation stone by Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, construction has officially begun on the 40-metre road project in Soran. The five-kilometres-long highway will feature three lanes in each direction, alongside a 2.5-metre-wide pedestrian pavement on both sides. A key highlight of the project is a […]

New Sustainable Residential Development in Najaf

By John Lee. Dar Al Omran Rasem Badran (DAO-Badran) has unveiled its latest architectural project in Iraq. Developed in partnership with Al Ghadeer and BMC, Budoor Al-Najaf seeks to establish a human-centred, culturally integrated and environmentally resilient community in Najaf. Spanning approximately 50 hectares [123 acres], the development will house more than 1,400 homes available […]

Int'l Health and Safety Passport delivered in Iraq for first time

By John Lee. The first Iraqi cohort to complete the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board's International Health and Safety Passport (IHSP) have been presented with their certificates. The 15 learners completed the IHSP Foundation course as part of a five-month pilot construction training programme at Basra Technical Training Centre (BTTC), developed by Wood Al Majal […]