Transport in Qatar
Qatari history of forms of transportation
Transport in Qatar is primarily centered around the Doha Metropolitan Area (DMA), where approximately 2 million people reside and work. Doha, the capital city, serves as the national hub for government, business, and tourism, but significant development occurs outside the city as part of the government's diversification strategy.
Qatar has experienced remarkable economic and population growth in recent years, with the population surging from 1.7 million in 2008 to over 2.7 million by 2017, primarily in Greater Doha. Emerging development areas outside of Doha include Lusail and Al Wakrah, as well as recently established Economic and Logistic Zones. To sustain this growth, Qatar is investing in enhancing its transportation system, including constructing expressways and freeways and a comprehensive public transport system comprising the Doha Metro, Lusail Tram, and bus network upgrades.
Government initiatives
Expressway Programme
The Expressway Programme aims to supply approximately 800 kilometers of secure and efficient roadways by executing over 30 projects dispersed across 46 contracts. Furthermore, the programme aims to establish an infrastructure network with modern underground utilities such as stormwater systems, electricity services, and advanced transportation systems. The initiative will also focus on enhancing the aesthetics of roads and providing better amenities for cyclists and pedestrians.
2008 Transport Master Plan for Qatar (TMPQ)
In 2008, Qatar introduced its first Transportation Master Plan (TMPQ 2008), outlining a comprehensive strategy for land transportation, encompassing various initiatives and projects to meet current and future transport needs. In response to the evolving conditions and secondary analysis, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) updated the plan in 2017 to align with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030.
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