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Learn about all the projects completed and under construction as part of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Gwadar. From airports to hospitals to Power Plants, discover what CPEC has accomplished for the city and how it is contributing to prosperity.

CPEC Completed Projects in Gwadar | Enhance Infrastructure & Investment

Development of Port and Free Zone

ProjectDevelopment of Port and Free Zone
Project ObjectiveCreating a backup port industry for Gwadar Port.
Project Description– Gwadar port free zone: 2,281 acres
– Infrastructure development: access roads,
internal roads, water, gas, power, custom
facilities, fencing, security, warehouses,
offices, and allied infrastructure
Proposing AgencyGwadar Port Authority, MoMA
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost$300 million (US dollars)
Executing Company/SponsorsGwadar Port Authority
Supervising AgencyMinistry of Maritime Affairs, Government of Pakistan
Total Jobs Created120
Total Local Jobs Created240
Project Progress Update– Tax exemptions for port and Free Zone notified
in Finance Act 2020
– 1st phase (60 acres) completed
– 46 enterprises registered for investment in Free
Zone
– 03 companies started production
– First imports cum exports cargo by M/s HKSUN
received in Gwadar free zone on 7th April 2021.
Table of Development of Port and Free Zone
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Gwadar-Free-Zone

Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan

ProjectGwadar Smart Port City Master Plan
Project Objective– Creating the vision and guiding strategic objectives for Gwadar City.
– Updating the existing Master Plan of Gwadar City and its integration with the Master Plan of the Gwadar Port.
– Creating an inclusive and sustainable strategic development plan that ensures the socio-economic uplift of the Makran coast in general and the Gwadar Region in particular.
– Recommending regulatory interventions and ways and means to develop Gwadar as a ‘Special Economic Zone’ and ensure near-term economic growth (including trickle-down effects).
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)4
Total Jobs Created90
Total Local Jobs Created73
Project Progress Update– Completed and approved by the governing body of GDA & ratified by the JCC in its 9th meeting held on 5th November 2019.
– Micro-Land use planning and Governance Model is under process with Gwadar Development Authority.
Gwadar Master Plan Details
Master Plan Map
Master Plan Map

Pak-China Technical and Vocational Institute at Gwadar

ProjectPak-China Technical and Vocational Institute at Gwadar
Project ObjectiveCreating a state-of-the-art vocational and technical training institute in the port city of Gwadar.
Project DescriptionThe people of Gwadar are the main/fundamental stakeholders in the development of the Port City of Gwadar. Their participation in the operation & management of the deep-sea port, industrial and commercial businesses, and urbanization processes is key to all long-term developmental initiatives. This project aims to enhance the skills of the active population of Gwadar to enable their participation in the growth of the Port City.
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)10
Executing Company / SponsorsGwadar Port Authority
FinancingChinese Government Grant
Supervising AgencyGPA/Ministry of Maritime Affairs
Total Jobs Created249
Total Local Jobs Created135
Project Progress UpdateGroundbreaking held on 16th December 2019. Project completed and inaugurated on 30th September 2021.
Pak-China Technical and Vocational Institute at Gwadar
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Gwadar_T_V_I

Gwadar Eastbay Expressway

ProjectGwadar Eastbay Expressway
Project ObjectiveTo provide primary connectivity of Gwadar Port & Free Zone with the network of National Highways for smooth logistics transportation.
Project DescriptionThe current narrow thoroughfare in Gwadar town disrupts normal traffic, necessitating the construction of a 6-lane expressway connecting the port with the Mekran Coastal Highway. This project also includes a 30-meter wide railway corridor.
ResponsibilityProposing Agency: Gwadar Port Authority and Ministry of Maritime Affairs
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)179
Executing Company / SponsorsThe contracting company on the basis of EPC or any Financial Framework Agreement under CPEC
FinancingGovernment Interest Free Loan
Supervising AgencyMinistry of Maritime Affairs, Government of Pakistan
Total Jobs Created2000
Total Local Jobs Created1700
Project Progress Update– Cost approved by ECNEC on 12-01-2015
– Contract Agreement was signed between GPA & CCCC on 24-09-2017
– Groundbreaking ceremony of Eastbay Expressway was held on 22nd November 2017 by Prime Minister
– Eastbay Expressway Gwadar: 19km (14.5 offshore completed & 4.5 onshore under construction.)
– Project completed and inaugurated on 3rd June 2022.
Gwadar Eastbay Expressway
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EastBay-Expressway-1

What’s Under Construction as Part of the CPEC & Gwadar Projects?

New Gwadar International Airport

ProjectNew Gwadar International Airport
Project DescriptionConstruction of New Gwadar International Airport (NGIA), along with allied facilities, capable of handling ATR 72, Airbus (A-300), Boeing (B-737), and Boeing (B-747) aircraft for both domestic and international routes. Implementing Agency: Aviation Division.
LocationGurandani, 26 KM east of Gwadar City, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)230
Executing Company / SponsorsCivil Aviation Authority
FinancingChinese Government Grant
Total Jobs Created3000
Project Progress Update– Groundbreaking held by Prime Minister on 29th March 2019.
– Construction work started on 31st October 2019.
– Expected completion date: September 2023.
New Gwadar International Airport
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NGIA

Necessary Facilities Of Fresh Water Treatment, Water Supply And Distribution

ProjectNecessary Facilities of Fresh Water Treatment, Water Supply, and Distribution
Project DescriptionThe project aims to develop water transmission pipelines from Swad Dam and Shadi Kaur Dam to Gwadar city to meet the future water demand of the city.
Implementing AgencyGwadar Development Authority
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)11.39 Billion Rupees
FinancingPSDP (Public Sector Development Program)
Supervising Agency– Gwadar Development Authority
– P&D Dept. Govt. of Balochistan
– Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives
Total Jobs Created1600
Total Local Jobs Created1600
Project Progress Update– Phase-1: Laying of pipelines from Swad Dam to Gwadar is completed.
– Phase-II: Laying an additional pipeline from Shadi Khau Dam to Swad Dam is under construction.
– Phase-III: Up-gradation of the water distribution system of Gwadar city will commence this year.
Table of Facilities of Fresh Water Treatment, Water Supply and Distribution
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Necessary_free_water

Pak-China Friendship Hospital

ProjectPak-China Friendship Hospital
Project ObjectiveCreating a state-of-the-art medical facility in the port city of Gwadar.
Project DescriptionPhase-II of a 50-bed hospital project under the GDA Business Plan (Federal PSDP) on 68 acres of land. The proposed project includes the construction of remaining medical blocks, nursing and paramedical institutes, a medical college, central laboratory, and other allied facilities. It also involves the supply of medical equipment and machinery.
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)100
Executing Company / SponsorsGwadar Development Authority
FinancingChinese Government Grant
Supervising AgencyP&D Dept., Government of Balochistan and Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives
Total Jobs Created40
Total Local Jobs Created35
Project Progress Update– Groundbreaking held on 16th Dec 2019
– Civil work started by Nov 2020
– Expected Completion date: October 2023
Pak-China Friendship Hospital
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Gwadar-Hospital

300MW Coal-Fired Power Project At Gwadar

Project300MW Coal-Fired Power Project at Gwadar
Primary Energy InputCoal (Imported)
TechnologySuper Critical
Installed Capacity (MW)300
LocationGwadar
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)542.32
Executing Company / SponsorsChina Communications Construction Company (CCCC)
Supervising AgencyPrivate Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB)
Coordinating AgencyMinistry of Energy (Power Division)
Total Jobs Created During Construction1000
Project Progress Update– Tariff determined in Sep 2019.
– Land acquired in Feb 2020.
– GoP-IA and PPA signed on 8th April 2021.
– Financial Close (FC) under process.
300MW Coal-Fired Power Project at Gwadar
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330MW Gwadar Imported Coal

1.2 MGD Desalination Plant

Project1.2 MGD Desalination Plant
Project ObjectivePurify seawater to make it safe for usage in Gwadar city.
Project DescriptionThe plant will be installed in Gwadar Free Zone to supply potable water to the Old city area and meet GPA requirements.
Proposing AgencyGwadar Port Authority, Ministry of Maritime Affairs
LocationGwadar district, Balochistan
ProvinceBalochistan
Estimated Cost (US $ Million)12.7
Executing Company / SponsorsContracting company will be hired based on EPC from CIDCA (China International Development Cooperation Agency)
FinancingChinese Government Grant
Supervising AgencyMinistry of Maritime Affairs, Government of Pakistan
Project Progress Update– Project Implementation Agreement signed on 5th July 2021
– 85% of civil work is completed
– China-Aid Gwadar seawater desalination project Mid-term inspection has been completed
1.2 MGD Desalination Plant