Philippines Water Utility Unveils Capex Plan

Maynilad Water Service of the Philippines has unveiled a PHP8.5bn ($192.6m) capital expenditure plan for water projects in 2011.

Maynilad has earmarked PHP3.7bn ($83.8m) to expand its water service coverage and improve service levels in its concession area by replacing primary pipelines and completing pipe-laying projects.

The water utility is to invest PHP2.6bn ($58.9m) in its non-revenue water management programme, which includes active leak management and the rehabilitation of district metered areas throughout the West Zone.

Maynilad also plans to spend PHP1.6bn ($36m) on its wastewater programme, which includes funding for the San Juan River basin project and upgrading the Central Manila sewerage system.

The remaining investment will be used for projects such as water sources, water production and natural calamity mitigation.