VA Tech Wabag Ltd announced a significant order win worth €78 million (approximately ₹700 crore) from the Lusaka Water Supply and Sanitation Company in Zambia. This project marks the company’s entry into Zambia and strengthens its footprint in Africa.
Funded by the European Investment Bank and Germany’s KreditanstaltfürWiederaufbau (KfW), the contract involves the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of two state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plants. These facilities, with capacities of 54 Megaliters Per Day (MLD) and 19 MLD, will be constructed in the Zambian cities of Ngwerere and Chunga. The EPC phase is slated to last 36 months, followed by a two-year Operation & Maintenance period to ensure optimal functionality.
VA Tech Wabag highlighted that this initiative will be among Zambia’s most advanced sanitation projects in recent times. The company attributed the contract win to its expertise in delivering high-quality water and wastewater treatment solutions, coupled with a technically robust and competitive proposal.
VA Tech Wabag is a global leader in the design, engineering, and operation of water and wastewater treatment plants. With a legacy of over nine decades, the company has established a strong presence across more than 25 countries, delivering sustainable water solutions to governments, municipalities, and industries.
Known for its expertise in advanced technologies, VA Tech Wabag focuses on providing innovative, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solutions that address the growing challenges of water scarcity and pollution. The company’s diverse portfolio spans water recycling, desalination, and industrial effluent treatment, positioning it as a key player in ensuring water sustainability worldwide.
