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For major projects, particularly in complex and dynamic environments like Southern Africa, the FEED approach is indispensable. It lays a solid foundation for project execution, ultimately contributing to achieving project goals and realising sustainable development objectives.[1][2][3]

[2] Hudoyo, C., P., Latief, Y., Sagita, L. (2019) Development of WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) Risk Based Standard for Planning Cost Estimation at Port Project IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 258

Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) is a crucial phase in project development that occurs after conceptual design and before detailed engineering. It aims to define the technical requirements and estimate the investment costs for a project. FEED provides a basis for decision-making and project execution, thereby reducing risks and uncertainties associated with major projects. The primary objective of FEED is to define the project's technical requirements and to estimate the investment cost with a higher level of accuracy. This phase typically accounts for about 1-2% of the total project cost but can significantly impact the project's success by identifying potential risks and optimizing resources.

[3] Chai, A., Y., H., Lai, C., H., Tay, F., Then, Y., L., Su, H., T., Lim, N., C., Y., Vithanawasam, C., K. (2022) Development and Application of Outdoor Router Cost Estimation with Parametric Modelling Technique 2022 IEEE 9th International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Virtual Environments for Measurement Systems and Applications (CIVEMSA), 1-6

[1] Fridgeirsson, T., V., Ingason, H., Jonasson, H., Gunnarsdottir, H. (2023) A Qualitative Study on Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on the Project Schedule Cost and Risk Management Knowledge Areas as Presented in PMBOK® Journal of Research, Innovation and Technologies (JoRIT)

Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) is a critical phase in the lifecycle of major projects, providing detailed technical, economic, and environmental analyses that facilitate informed decision-making and risk management. While FEED involves significant upfront costs and time, its benefits in terms of risk reduction, cost control, and enhanced project planning often outweigh these drawbacks. Successful projects in Southern Africa, such as the Mozambique LNG Project, Medupi Power Station, and Kazungula Bridge Project, demonstrate the value of FEED in ensuring project feasibility and success.

This paper explores the application of FEED in major projects, particularly in Southern Africa, highlighting its benefits and drawbacks. Additionally, it presents examples of successful projects in the region that utilized the FEED approach.

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FEED involves a comprehensive analysis of a project's technical, economic, and environmental aspects. It typically includes the following components:

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