First fully dismountable stadium in World Cup history nears completion

When the first FIFA World Cup in the Middle East and Arab world takes place next year, the legacy the tournament leaves will be measured in many forms.Among the many endeavours the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) has established in the build-up to Qatar 2022, innovations in stadium building and design have been a particular source of pride, whether it is the use of cooling technology in tournament venues or the commitment to sustainable practices in construction, says the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC).A symbol of that innovation and sustainability is coming to life, if one looks out over the stunning Doha Corniche and West Bay skyline. Ras Abu Aboud Stadium is not only an impressive sight to behold with its construction made of colourful shipping containers, modular steel frame and removable seats, it will be the first fully dismountable stadium in World Cup history – a benchmark that will set new standards in stadium development.In a release posted on its website Wednesday, the SC has elaborated the many features that make Ras Abu Aboud a pioneering project in tournament legacy planning.Modular designWhile the other seven Qatar 2022 venues have been built with permanent foundations, the vision for Ras Abu Aboud is a temporary structure that not only provides a world-class venue for football’s showpiece event, but an innovative blueprint in making new stadiums – and sporting mega-events – sustainable. This will be achieved in legacy mode when the venue’s building blocks are dismantled and repurposed for future sporting and non-sporting projects in Qatar and overseas.The stadium's clever modular design also means that fewer building materials are required in its construction. This keeps costs down and reduces the duration of construction. Elements such as the cooling system that is being installed in other Qatar 2022 venues will not be required at Ras Abu Aboud, thanks to its seaside location offering a natural cool breeze off the Gulf – all while providing an electric atmosphere for fans and players alike during matchdays.Waterfront transformationSituated near Doha’s port and opposite the stunning West Bay shoreline, stadium designer Fenwick Iribarren Architects’ vision was inspired by the citytarget="_blank"'>