Kuwait’s infrastructure development gained strong momentum in January 2025. The country secured $1.2 billion in contract awards, placing it third in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This marks a clear indication of Kuwait’s infrastructure growth across key sectors.
Most of the contract value, around $847 million, focused on transportation. These projects aim to develop areas south of Saad Al-Abdullah City in Jahra Governorate. The Public Authority for Housing Welfare approved the contracts, highlighting government support for long-term development.
Two major deals, worth $557 million, were awarded to China’s Gezhouba Group. Additionally, the Kuwaiti Company for Construction of Factories and Contracting secured a $290 million contract. This move supports both foreign investment and local enterprise growth.
The energy sector also saw major activity. The Public Authority for Housing Welfare granted two contracts worth $209 million. One project includes a $105 million power station in Nawaf Al-Ahmad Residential City. The second, valued at $104 million, involves a similar station in South Sabah Al-Ahmad.
Moreover, the maritime sector is advancing. The Ministry of Public Works awarded a $100 million contract to develop Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port (Phase 1). Another $50 million was approved to build the new headquarters for the Ports Authority.
Regionally, Kuwait followed the UAE ($12.8 billion) and Saudi Arabia ($2.97 billion) in contract value. The total for MENA in January reached $29.5 billion, according to MEED projects.
This wave of deals demonstrates strong Kuwait infrastructure growth across transportation, energy, and maritime sectors. It reflects increasing regional collaboration and global interest in Kuwait’s expanding market.
