UCC Holding Signs Final Agreement with Denmark’s COBOD to Purchase Third Generation of World’s Largest 3D Printers to Build Sustainable Schools in Qatar
September 20 2024 - 8:07AM
Business Wire
Pioneering partnership to deliver
record-breaking, eco-friendly educational facilities through
advanced 3D construction printing technology
UCC Holding, a leading construction and infrastructure company
in Qatar, has signed a contract with COBOD, Denmark’s top
manufacturer of concrete 3D printers, to supply the world’s largest
third-generation 3D printers. These will be used to build schools
in Qatar.
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UCC Holding Signs Final Agreement with
Denmark’s COBOD to Purchase Third Generation of World’s Largest 3D
Printers to Build Sustainable Schools in Qatar (Photo:
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The signing ceremony took place in Doha with Mr. Ramez Al
Khayyat, President of UCC Holding, and Mr. Henrik Lund-Nielsen, CEO
and Founder of COBOD, along with other dignitaries and key
stakeholders.
A World-Record Setting and Sustainable Initiative
UCC Holding and COBOD will collaborate to construct schools
using third-generation 3D printers, covering 40,000 square meters.
The project aims to set a Guinness World Record for the largest
buildings made with 3D printing technology.
Sustainability at the Core
The initiative emphasizes sustainability. COBOD’s advanced 3D
printing technology minimizes material waste and enhances
efficiency by reducing concrete consumption. This is crucial in
lowering the carbon footprint of the construction process. The
schools will be built with fewer raw materials while maintaining
structural integrity, making the process environmentally friendly.
COBOD’s technology allows for automated concrete construction
through improved designs that optimize the use of both concrete and
reinforcements. The project aligns with Qatar’s sustainability
goals as outlined in the Qatar National Vision 2030.
Mr. Moutaz Al Khayyat, Chairman of UCC Holding, commented, “This
partnership with COBOD is a significant leap for the construction
sector, not only in Qatar but globally. We always strive to adopt
the latest technologies that contribute to sustainability and
efficiency in our operations, and this project is aligned with
Qatar National Vision 2030. Through this technology, we are setting
new benchmarks in sustainable construction and helping to reduce
the environmental impact of our work.”
Mr. Ramez Al Khayyat, President of UCC Holding, emphasized,
“This partnership with COBOD represents a major advancement for the
construction sector in Qatar and worldwide. By integrating advanced
construction methods, we reduce labor requirements, improve
quality, minimize waste, shorten project timelines, reduce material
usage, and cut carbon emissions, all of which contribute to
environmental preservation.”
Henrik Lund-Nielsen, CEO and Founder of COBOD, added: “This
collaboration with UCC Holding for the schools project is a
significant advancement for the construction industry, pushing the
boundaries of technology, project scale, and sustainability. 3D
printing allows us to reduce waste, minimize material use, decrease
CO2 emissions, and build in an environmentally responsible
way.”
Project Details
According to the agreement, COBOD will provide expertise in the
design, manufacturing, installation, and operation of the concrete
printers. COBOD will also provide on-site training and technical
support to ensure an efficient 3D printing process.
The construction of the two schools is scheduled to start in
2025. Each school will feature a two-story structure with a 100 x
100-meter footprint. Two BOD XL printers from COBOD, each measuring
50m in length, 30m in width, and 15m in height, will be used. These
record-breaking printers will operate at high speeds, ensuring
rapid completion while maintaining high standards of safety and
sustainability.
About UCC Holding
UCC Holding is a Qatari international energy and construction
company, ranked #42 on ENR’s top global contractors list. The
company has a proven track record of completing pivotal projects in
Qatar and around the globe, led by a team of skilled
professionals.
About COBOD International
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, COBOD
International is the world’s leading supplier of 3D printers for
construction. With over 80 printers sold across six continents,
COBOD technology has been used in some of the world's most
prominent 3D construction projects.
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