MAYNILAD Water Services, Inc. said it is nearing the completion of its P330-million pipe replacement project in South Caloocan, aimed at enhancing water pressure and reducing water losses in the area.
“This initiative is part of our P11.2-billion investment in pipe replacement projects from 2023 to 2027, aimed at reducing water losses and improving service reliability,” Maynilad Chief Operating Officer Randolph T. Estrellado said in a statement on Monday.
The pipe replacement project involves upgrading and replacing nearly 2 kilometers of aging and leaking pipelines along General San Miguel Avenue in Sangandaan, Caloocan City, the company said.
Slated for completion within the year, the project is targeted to improve water pressure for over 55,000 customers and recover approximately 2.25 million liters of potable water daily, previously lost due to pipeline leaks.
“We remain committed to implementing infrastructure upgrades that ensure a more sustainable and reliable water supply for our customers,” Mr. Estrellado said.
The company serves certain portions of Manila, Quezon City, and Makati. It also operates in Caloocan, Pasay, Parañaque, Muntinlupa, Valenzuela, Navotas, and Malabon. The city of Cavite, Bacoor, and Imus are also supplied by the city of Cavite, Noveleta, and Rosario.
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