Ashghal () is the Public Works Authority of Qatar headquartered in Al Dafna, Doha. Ashghal was established based on the Emiri Decree issued by the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on 20 January 2004, as an autonomous body to design, deliver and manage all infrastructure-related projects as well as public amenities of the state. Ashghal is responsible for the construction and maintenance of local roads, drainage systems, highways and public buildings like mosques, schools, hospital, health centers, parks, etc.
Organizational structure The current president of Ashghal is Saad Ahmed Al Mohannadi.
Ashghal's business units consist of five major affairs:Public Works Authority Official Website - About Ashghal
Infrastructure Affairs Asset Affairs Buildings Affairs Technical Support Affairs Shared Services Affairs
Programmes
Ashghal currently has the following key programmes:Gulf Times newspaper - Ashghal Projects
The Expressway ProgrammeGulf Times newspaper - Expressway contracts awarded The Local Roads & Drainage Programme
Responsibilities Ashghal was responsible for building infrastructure facilities for the 2022 FIFA World Cup hosted by Qatar.Qatar wins right to host 2022 World Cup, BBC 2 Dec 2010 The country had planned to spend up to $100 billion in infrastructure projects between 2013 and 2022. Various companies like CH2M Hill,Amey Info January 28, 2013 KBR, and Parsons BrinckerhoffArabian Industry 22 June 2013 are associated with many of Ashghal's projects.
References
External links Ashghal web site