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ILoveQatar.net
21-07-2025
- Business
- ILoveQatar.net
Qatar launches world's largest 3D printed construction project to build public schools
In a global first for large-scale digital construction, UCC Holding, in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), has officially commenced the printing phase of the 3D Printed Schools Project—marking the launch of the world's largest construction development using 3D printing technology. The project involves the construction of 14 public schools, including two built using 3D printing technology, each with a built-up area of 20,000 square meters — totaling 40,000 square meters. This is 40 times larger than the largest 3D-printed building constructed anywhere in the world to date. The two schools are designed as two-storey buildings on plots measuring 100 by 100 meters each, making this project an unprecedented model for future-ready educational infrastructure in Qatar and across the region. To realize this unprecedented scale, UCC Holding commissioned COBOD, the world leader in 3D construction printing based in Denmark, to supply two customized BODXL printers, each measuring 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters high—roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers in the world. Following extensive preparation—including site development, equipment assembly, and operational simulations—printing operations have officially begun. UCC Holding has assembled a dedicated 3D construction team consisting of architects, civil engineers, material scientists, and printer technicians. Over the past eight months, this team conducted over 100 full-scale test prints using a BOD2 printer at a dedicated trial site in Doha, developing concrete mix designs, validating performance under local climate conditions, and engineering a custom print nozzle to ensure precision and smooth extrusion. In May 2025, the team completed intensive training alongside COBOD engineers, covering printer operation, print sequencing, structural layering strategies, and live quality control. This milestone marks a major leap in Qatar's local capacity for advanced construction technology, solidifying its role as a regional hub for innovation and engineering. Compared to conventional construction methods, 3D printing offers multiple environmental, social, and economic advantages. It significantly reduces raw material waste and minimizes concrete usage, cutting carbon emissions. On-site printing also reduces transport needs, mitigates supply chain risks, and accelerates project delivery. With operations scheduled at night to avoid high temperatures, the process also ensures better concrete performance while reducing dust and noise. Architecturally, the schools are inspired by the natural desert formations of Qatar, with curved, flowing walls resembling sand dunes. This design is only made possible by the geometric freedom that 3D printing offers—enabling organic, parametric forms that would be difficult or cost-prohibitive using traditional construction methods. The schools are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reinforcing Qatar's global leadership in sustainable development, innovation, and next-generation public infrastructure.
Gulf Insider
16-06-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Qatar Launches World's Largest 3D-Printed Building Project With Two Futuristic Schools
Qatar has launched the world's largest construction project using 3D printing technology, officially beginning the printing phase of two massive public schools in Doha, a global first in scale, ambition, and digital innovation. The project, led by UCC Holding in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), marks a major milestone in construction history. Each school will cover 20,000 square meters, bringing the total 3D-printed build to 40,000 square meters, 40 times larger than any 3D-printed structure previously built worldwide. Part of an initiative to construct 14 new public schools across the country, the two digitally fabricated buildings are designed as two-storey educational facilities, each situated on a 100-by-100-meter plot. The project is set to redefine how large-scale public infrastructure can be delivered using sustainable, efficient, and digitally driven methods. To deliver the unprecedented build, UCC commissioned COBOD, a Danish global leader in 3D construction printing, to supply two BODXL printers, each measuring 50 meters in length, 30 meters in width, and 15 meters in height, roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar. These are the largest construction printers in the world. Following months of preparation, which included site development, printer assembly, and over 100 full-scale trial prints at a dedicated test site in Doha, on-site printing officially began in June. UCC's specialized team of engineers, architects, material scientists, and printer technicians has also worked alongside COBOD to refine print materials, test durability under Qatar's climate, and develop a custom nozzle for enhanced precision. In May, the team underwent intensive training with COBOD engineers, covering everything from printer operation to live quality control, a move that cements Qatar's position as a regional leader in advanced construction technologies. Compared to traditional methods, 3D printing significantly cuts raw material waste, lowers carbon emissions, reduces transportation needs, and accelerates construction timelines. The printing process also takes place at night to avoid the intense daytime heat, further improving the durability of the concrete and reducing dust and noise pollution. Architecturally, the schools, scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, will feature curved, dune-like walls inspired by Qatar's desert landscapes, a design only made possible by the geometric freedom of 3D printing.
Arabian Post
13-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Qatar Prints Landmark 3D‑Built Schools at Scale
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Qatar has embarked on the printing stage of an ambitious architectural endeavour, deploying what are now the world's largest 3D construction printers to build two public schools. Spearheaded by UCC Holding alongside the Public Works Authority, Ashghal, the project forms part of a broader plan to erect 14 new educational facilities under a public–private partnership, but these two structures alone span 40,000 m²—roughly 40 times larger than any previous 3D‑printed building worldwide. Two custom-built BODXL printers supplied by Denmark's COBOD each measure 50 m in length, 30 m in width and 15 m in height—dimensions comparable to a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers ever deployed. The twin schools, each covering 20,000 m² on 100 × 100 m plots, are two-storey edifices designed to showcase scalable, next-gen educational infrastructure. ADVERTISEMENT Extensive preparatory work preceded the launch, including site development, printer assembly and more than 100 full‑scale test prints at a Doha-based trial site using a BOD2 printer. These trials refined concrete mix formulations suited to Qatar's hot climate and developed bespoke nozzles to enhance precision. In May 2025, UCC engineers trained with COBOD specialists in print sequencing, structural layering and on‑site quality management, cementing Qatar's local expertise in advanced construction technology. The project offers clear environmental and operational benefits over conventional construction. By reducing raw material waste, lowering concrete consumption and cutting carbon emissions, 3D printing aligns with sustainable development goals. On‑site production cuts transport requirements and supply chain risk, while round‑the‑clock printing—including overnight operations—helps avoid thermal stress, minimises dust and noise and accelerates timelines. Architectural design draws inspiration from Qatar's landscape: sweeping, dune‑inspired curves are possible only through 3D printing's geometric flexibility—a feat difficult and costly via traditional means. Scheduled to be completed by December 2025, the initiative is expected to redefine sustainable infrastructure while fortifying Qatar's position as a global innovation hub. Co‑founder of COBOD, Henrik Lund‑Nielsen, remarked that this marks both a technological milestone and an environmental turning point in building methodology. A spokesperson at UCC Holding said the venture 'sets a global benchmark' in construction, as Qatar continues to drive pioneering engineering projects across the Gulf.
Qatar Tribune
11-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
World's largest 3D printed construction project commences in Qatar
In a global first for large-scale digital construction, UCC Holding, in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), has officially commenced the printing phase of the 3D Printed Schools Project—marking the launch of the world's largest construction development using 3D printing technology. The project involves the construction of 14 public schools, including two built using 3D printing technology, each with a built-up area of 20,000 square meters — totalling 40,000 square meters. This is 40 times larger than the largest 3D-printed building constructed anywhere in the world to date. The two schools are designed as two-storey buildings on plots measuring 100 by 100 meters each, making this project an unprecedented model for future-ready educational infrastructure in Qatar and across the region. To realize this unprecedented scale, UCC Holding commissioned COBOD, the world leader in 3D construction printing based in Denmark, to supply two customized BODXL printers, each measuring 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters high—roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers in the world. Following extensive preparation—including site development, equipment assembly, and operational simulations—printing operations have officially begun. UCC Holding has assembled a dedicated 3D construction team consisting of architects, civil engineers, material scientists, and printer technicians. Over the past eight months, this team conducted over 100 full-scale test prints using a BOD2 printer at a dedicated trial site in Doha, developing concrete mix designs, validating performance under local climate conditions, and engineering a custom print nozzle to ensure precision and smooth extrusion. In May 2025, the team completed intensive training alongside COBOD engineers, covering printer operation, print sequencing, structural layering strategies, and live quality control. This milestone marks a major leap in Qatar's local capacity for advanced construction technology, solidifying its role as a regional hub for innovation and engineering. Compared to conventional construction methods, 3D printing offers multiple environmental, social, and economic advantages. It significantly reduces raw material waste and minimizes concrete usage, cutting carbon emissions. On-site printing also reduces transport needs, mitigates supply chain risks, and accelerates project delivery. With operations scheduled at night to avoid high temperatures, the process also ensures better concrete performance while reducing dust and noise. Architecturally, the schools are inspired by the natural desert formations of Qatar, with curved, flowing walls resembling sand dunes. This design is only made possible by the geometric freedom that 3D printing offers—enabling organic, parametric forms that would be difficult or cost-prohibitive using traditional construction methods. The schools are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reinforcing Qatar's global leadership in sustainable development, innovation, and next-generation public infrastructure.
Qatar Tribune
11-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
WORLD'S LARGEST 3D PRINTED CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COMMENCES IN QATAR. UCC Holding and Ashghal Launch the 3D-Printed Schools Project
In a global first for large-scale digital construction, UCC Holding , in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) , has officially commenced the printing phase of the 3D Printed Schools Project —marking the launch of the world's largest construction development using 3D printing technology . The project involves the construction of 14 public schools, including two built using 3D printing technology, each with a built-up area of 20,000 square meters — totaling 40,000 square meters. This is 40 times larger than the largest 3D-printed building constructed anywhere in the world to date. The two schools are designed as two-storey buildings on plots measuring 100 by 100 meters each, making this project an unprecedented model for future-ready educational infrastructure in Qatar and across the region. To realize this unprecedented scale, UCC Holding commissioned COBOD , the world leader in 3D construction printing based in Denmark, to supply two customized BODXL printers , each measuring 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters high—roughly the size of a Boeing 737 hangar—making them the largest construction printers in the world. Following extensive preparation—including site development, equipment assembly, and operational simulations—printing operations have officially begun. UCC Holding has assembled a dedicated 3D construction team consisting of architects, civil engineers, material scientists, and printer technicians. Over the past eight months, this team conducted over 100 full-scale test prints using a BOD2 printer at a dedicated trial site in Doha, developing concrete mix designs, validating performance under local climate conditions, and engineering a custom print nozzle to ensure precision and smooth extrusion. In May 2025, the team completed intensive training alongside COBOD engineers, covering printer operation, print sequencing, structural layering strategies, and live quality control. This milestone marks a major leap in Qatar's local capacity for advanced construction technology, solidifying its role as a regional hub for innovation and engineering. Compared to conventional construction methods, 3D printing offers multiple environmental, social, and economic advantages . It significantly reduces raw material waste and minimizes concrete usage, cutting carbon emissions. On-site printing also reduces transport needs, mitigates supply chain risks, and accelerates project delivery. With operations scheduled at night to avoid high temperatures, the process also ensures better concrete performance while reducing dust and noise. Architecturally, the schools are inspired by the natural desert formations of Qatar , with curved, flowing walls resembling sand dunes. This design is only made possible by the geometric freedom that 3D printing offers—enabling organic, parametric forms that would be difficult or cost-prohibitive using traditional construction methods. The schools are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reinforcing Qatar's global leadership in sustainable development, innovation, and next-generation public infrastructure.
