Name of the Project
Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works.

Location
Western Cape, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
City of Cape Town.

Project Description
Potsdam is the Western Cape’s second-biggest infrastructure project.

The city’s goal is to progressively restore the environmental health of the Milnerton lagoon through a combination of infrastructure upgrades and dredging of the waterbody to remove pollution build-up in sediment.

The upgrade is set to double the plant’s capacity from 47-million litres to 100-million litres of treated wastewater a day.

Cutting-edge membrane technology will be progressively added to ensure high wastewater treatment standards.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
R5.2-billion.

Planned Start/End Date
The city aims to finalise the upgrade in 2027, with the operational trial starting in 2026.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
City of Cape Town Water and Sanitation email water@capetown.gov.za.