Solomon Water has started its million dollar infrastructure project upgrade last week.
The upgrade started with a ground breaking ceremony on Friday at the Tasahe main supplying tank.
The$22 million project was awarded to a joint venture contractor Reeves International and CCB Envico.
The project, which was supported by the Australian government, will construct new pipeline, running from Titinge to East Kola, with a short section in Tasahe to be included as part of the work.
Solomon Water Board’s chairperson Phil Bradford said the upgrade will improve water supply to Honiara residents.
“I’m pleased this very important project is finally underway,” Bradford said.
“It is an essential upgrade that is required to ensure we can continue to deliver a reliable and consistent water supply to all our customers in Honiara,” he added.
“We are grateful for the continued support of the Australian Government, who has made this b work possible.”
Australian High Commission Counselor (Economics and Strategy), Jasmine Cernovs said the project is part of Australia’s support for Solomon Water’s Development Plan, which has lifted the quality and reliability of water provided in Honiara.
“We’re pleased to support the pipeline, as it will help Solomon Water to provide more Honiara residents with access to high quality, consistent 24 hour water service.”
Meanwhile, Will Lovell, Project Manager from CCB Envico said his company is pleased to be awarded with the contract.
The upgrade project is expected to be completed by August 2017.
By CHARLEY PIRINGI
