Tadweer To Build Abu Dhabi's First Material Recovery Facility For Recycling

Tadweer Group has announced the closed bidding for Abu Dhabi’s first greenfield Material Recovery Facility (MRF). This advanced facility aims to recover recyclable materials from municipal solid waste, significantly reducing landfill waste through recycling. The initiative aligns with Tadweer Group’s goal of diverting 80 percent of Abu Dhabi’s waste from landfills by 2030.

The MRF will be part of Tadweer Group’s circular cluster, a series of facilities designed to support a circular economy. The long-term objectives include providing feedstock for other waste conversion processes, such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The facility will cover over 90,000 square metres and have a capacity of 1.3 million metric tonnes per year.

Ali Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tadweer Group, stated, "As we continue to revolutionise waste management in Abu Dhabi, we’re delighted to share this important milestone. A key part of our circular cluster, the development of the greenfield Material Recovery Facility is clear progress for the Emirate."

The facility will promote local and foreign private sector investment and create employment and training opportunities for UAE nationals. Located within the Al Mafraq Industrial area, 36 kilometres from Abu Dhabi’s centre, it will be one of the largest MRFs in the region. The facility is designed to meet strategic objectives focused on landfill diversion and high recycling rates.

The bidding process for the facility will be a closed tender, with contract awarding and engineering works expected to begin at the end of 2024. Operations commissioning is targeted for the end of 2026. Tadweer Group aims to transition to a high diversion and high recycling system as part of its growth strategy.

Future Prospects

Tadweer Group continues to expand its portfolio by collaborating with like-minded organisations to unlock the value of waste. This initiative supports a circular economy and contributes to a healthier environment for future generations. The development of this facility marks a significant step towards achieving these goals.

With inputs from WAM