The Government of Ras Al Khaimah, represented by the Public Services Department, has signed a long-term Sewage Treatment Agreement (STA) with a consortium of companies, comprising Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), Taqa Water Solutions and Saur International. 

The agreement covers the development of the Ras Al Khaimah Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), with a treatment capacity of 60,000 cu m per day. Upon completion the project will serve a potential population of 300,000.

The transformative public-private partnership (PPP) will upgrade and expand the emirate’s wastewater infrastructure, reinforcing Ras Al Khaimah’s long-term vision for the sustainable development of communities and urban areas, environmental stewardship and the provision of high-quality public services.

This partnership is Ras Al Khaimah’s first PPP venture, marking a historic milestone that sets a strong precedent for future collaboration between the public and private sectors in essential infrastructure. 

The positive market response to the inaugural PPP reflects the confidence in the emirate’s transparent, well-governed model and its ability to attract long-term investment into resilient, sustainable assets. 

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud Al Qasimi, Chairman of RAK Public Services Department, affirmed that the signing of the agreement reflects its approach to advancing vital projects that directly touch people’s lives. This is achieved through the development of advanced infrastructure that reinforces quality of life, supports resource sustainability and keeps pace with the requirements of urban growth.

Such PPP models help accelerate delivery, enhance operational efficiency and ensure the long-term sustainability of assets and services, guided by clear performance standards that deliver lasting value for society, the economy and the environment, he added.