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relevant stakeholders’ opinion. In addition, the multi model transport strategies undergo
detailed assessment using QSTM,.
The technical and implementation studies of transport infrastructures also include an
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment. In the context of the analysis of the on going
project, the results of these assessments have an important role and put conditions to the
decision-making process and the financing. They are embedded in the transportation
assessment framework.
Figure 33: Doha Metro, Red, Green and Gold line
Source: Qatar Rail
As described earlier in this chapter, Qatar is investing US$ 200 billion in infrastructure. This
effort involves multiple mega projects, such as:
 Sharq Crossing Bridge Project (US$ 12 billion): 10 km bridge tunnel connection between
Hamad International Airport and the centre of Doha
 Hamad International Airport (US$ 17 billion) with a capacity of 29 million passengers at
the opening in 2014, and 50 million passengers per annum upon completion.