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Benghazi Business District

Benghazi, Libya

2019 - Ongoing

Economic DevelopmentLarge Urban ProjectPublic Private PartnershipsUrban Redevelopment

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Project Description

Approach Words: Sustainability, Urban Livability, Urban Resilience

Public Policy Instruments: Organization, Physical Intervention, Planning

The Benghazi Business District is a new development initiative in Benghazi, Libya, focused on revitalizing the city’s economic center¹ and supporting Libya’s post-conflict recovery.² While an official launch date hasn’t been publicly confirmed, the district aims to position Benghazi as a “regional hub for commerce and trade”,³ aligning with Libya’s national reconstruction strategy.⁴ The project is part of broader efforts to restore Benghazi’s historic role as a Mediterranean trade gateway by stimulating private-sector growth and attracting foreign investment.⁵

Title: Aerial view of Benghazi Business District.

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Title: Sustainable elements of Benghazi Business District: Green roofs.

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Title: Visualization of project facades design.

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Title: Project entrance of Benghazi Business District.

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Title: Aerial view of Benghazi Business District.

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Title: Sustainable elements of Benghazi Business District: Green roofs.

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Title: Visualization of project facades design.

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Title: Project entrance of Benghazi Business District.

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Spanning 6 hectares, the district includes a built-up area of 130,000 square meters, integrating modern infrastructure with sustainable and culturally inspired design. Key components include:

Office and commercial spaces: Six office buildings providing 33,500 square meters of office space, alongside retail and hospitality facilities.⁶
Central plaza and pedestrian pathways: A communal plaza and walkable routes enhancing accessibility and social engagement.⁷
Sustainability systems: Solar panels and wastewater recycling installations to reduce environmental impact.⁸
Cultural design elements: Traditional Libyan architectural motifs, such as arched façades and shaded courtyards, integrated with modern structures.⁹
Green spaces: Native vegetation zones to mitigate urban heat and promote biodiversity.¹⁰

The project incorporates solar energy solutions and passive cooling techniques, such as shaded courtyards; improving energy efficiency while preserving cultural identity.¹¹ ¹²

Owner/Developer (Public)

Libyan government ¹⁹

Owner/Developer

Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC)²⁰

Consultant/Designer

Artelia Group ²¹

STEFANO BOERI ARCHITETTI ²²

Owner/Developer (Public)

Libyan government ¹⁹

Owner/Developer

Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC)²⁰

Consultant/Designer

Artelia Group ²¹

STEFANO BOERI ARCHITETTI ²²

The project is overseen by the Libyan government’s Manateq Economic Zones Authority, partnering with international firms such as Artelia Group for master planning and engineering.¹³ Regional and European contractors are involved in construction, though specific partnerships have not been publicly disclosed.¹⁴
Implementation is structured in two phases:

Phase 1 (2023–2024): Site preparation, road networks, and foundational infrastructure.¹⁵
Phase 2 (2025–2027): Construction of commercial buildings and public amenities.¹⁶

As of 2024, Phase 1 is underway, with progress in utility systems and road networks.¹⁷ While the project is expected to support Benghazi’s economic revival, detailed projections on job creation and economic impact have yet to be determined.¹⁸

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FTB Mimarlık Limited. (n.d.). ‘Benghazi Business Center’. FTB Mimarlık Limited. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://ftbmimarlik.com/portfolio-items/benghazi-business-center/
modulo. (n.d.). ‘BENGHAZI BUSINESS DISTRICT’. modulo. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://modulo.net/en/realizzazioni/benghazi-business-district
administrator. (2018). ‘Artelia Italia redesigns the Benghazi Business District’. Artelia Italia. Text, . Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://it.arteliagroup.com/en/artelia-italia-redesigns-benghazi-business-district
FTB Mimarlık Limited. (n.d.). ‘Benghazi Business Center’. FTB Mimarlık Limited. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://ftbmimarlik.com/portfolio-items/benghazi-business-center/
administrator. (2018). ‘Artelia Italia redesigns the Benghazi Business District’. Artelia Italia. Text, . Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://it.arteliagroup.com/en/artelia-italia-redesigns-benghazi-business-district
modulo. (n.d.). ‘BENGHAZI BUSINESS DISTRICT’. modulo. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://modulo.net/en/realizzazioni/benghazi-business-district
xportbng. (n.d.). ‘Benghazi Business District’. xportbng.com. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://xportbng.com/benghazi-business-district/
xportbng. (n.d.). ‘Benghazi Business District’. xportbng.com. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://xportbng.com/benghazi-business-district/
modulo. (n.d.). ‘BENGHAZI BUSINESS DISTRICT’. modulo. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://modulo.net/en/realizzazioni/benghazi-business-district
Meed. (n.d.). ‘Libya Projects’. Meed Projects. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://meedprojects.com/Countries/libya-projects/
modulo. (n.d.). ‘BENGHAZI BUSINESS DISTRICT’. modulo. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://modulo.net/en/realizzazioni/benghazi-business-district
modulo. (n.d.). ‘BENGHAZI BUSINESS DISTRICT’. modulo. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://modulo.net/en/realizzazioni/benghazi-business-district
administrator. (2018). ‘Artelia Italia redesigns the Benghazi Business District’. Artelia Italia. Text, . Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://it.arteliagroup.com/en/artelia-italia-redesigns-benghazi-business-district
administrator. (2018). ‘Artelia Italia redesigns the Benghazi Business District’. Artelia Italia. Text, . Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://it.arteliagroup.com/en/artelia-italia-redesigns-benghazi-business-district