In a significant move to boost infrastructure and urban development in eastern Libya, the Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund has signed a series of contracts for major projects in Tobruk. The announcement came during an expanded meeting chaired by the Fund’s Director-General Belkacem Khalifa, attended by local officials, parliamentarians, and representatives from international companies.
The initiative is part of a broader national strategy to enhance public services and promote balanced development across Libya. The newly signed contracts span critical sectors including water, roads, sanitation, sports, and public utilities.
Key Projects Announced:
- Desalination Infrastructure:
- Maintenance and upgrade of an existing desalination plant (40,000 m³/day capacity) in partnership with Slovenian firm Hidromontaža and French company SIDEM.
- A new desalination plant with a capacity of 100,000 m³/day, to be developed with Veolia and SIDEM, alongside a feasibility study with Italian firm TESI.
- Sanitation and Wastewater:
- Construction of a sewage treatment plant in Tobruk by Arab Contractors.
- A similar facility planned for Al Marj, also with Arab Contractors.
- Transport and Connectivity:
- Development of the Jaghbub–Tobruk road (280 km) with United Engineers.
- Expansion of the Al Qubbah–Ras al-Hilal road (16 km), and upgrades to Al-Wardiya road and culvert.
- Urban and Recreational Development:
- A sports city with a 20,000-seat capacity, to be built by Turkish company BİMPERA.
- Construction of a bridge in Al Qubbah to improve local traffic flow.
The Fund emphasized that these projects aim to revive stalled developments and improve service delivery in health, education, and infrastructure. Director-General Khalifa stated that all work will adhere to international engineering standards, ensuring long-term impact and sustainability.
This ambitious package reflects Libya’s commitment to rebuilding and modernizing its cities, with Tobruk positioned as a key beneficiary of the national development agenda.
(Source: Libya Update)