NWC begins operation of new Saudi wastewater plant

Saudi Arabia's National Water Company (NWC) has commenced operation of its new wastewater plant in the southern Al Huda district of Jeddah governorate, it said in a statement.

Completed at an investment of more than SAR 72 million, the scope of work included laying of 27 kilometer-long main pipeline and sub-networks connected to 1,500 properties, serving more than 25,000 people.

“The company works at an accelerated pace to execute its projects to enhance water and environmental services provided to citizens in the governorate, and to realize the aspirations of the government,” NWC Western Sector head engineer, Muhammad bin Saleh Al Ghamedi, said.

"Services are currently flowing to our customers in the district. The project was completed five months ahead of the schedule," he noted.