Name of the Project
Abu Rawash wastewater treatment plant.
Location
The project is located north-west of Cairo, Egypt.
Client
Egyptian Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation.
Project Description
The project entails the enlargement of the existing primary treatment plant from 1.2-million cubic metres a day to 1.6-million cubic metres a day and the addition of a biological treatment plant.
Once completed, the plant will serve six-million people, making it one of the largest in the world.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Value
$320-million.
Duration
The project is expected to take 37 months to complete.
Latest Developments
A 50:50 joint venture between Orascom Construction and FCC Aqualia has signed an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract to build the wastewater treatment plant.
The scope of work includes the operation and maintenance of the facility for three years.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Orascom Construction and FCC Aqualia (EPC).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Egyptian Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, tel + 20 35449447, fax +20 35449449 or email minister@mwri.gov.eg.