National Water Company completes replacement of Riyadh water lines at a cost of 81 million
Company National Water officially announced the completion of a vital project to replace water lines in northern Riyadh, at a total cost exceeding 81 million riyals. This announcement reaffirms the company's ongoing commitment to developing the water and environmental infrastructure in the capital and ensuring the sustainability of water resources in accordance with the highest international quality standards.
Details of the National Water Project in northern Riyadh
The company explained in its statement that the project included replacing over 18,000 linear meters of main and secondary water networks and pipelines. This project was strategically directed to serve specific areas experiencing high population density and growth, namely the Banban Center and Al-Aarid neighborhood, located north of Riyadh. This comprehensive upgrade aims to improve the network's operational efficiency and ensure that water reaches consumers in sufficient quantities and at appropriate pressure, thus eliminating any interruptions or supply weaknesses that may result from the aging of the old pipelines.
Keeping pace with urban expansion in the capital
This project comes at a crucial time, as Riyadh, and specifically its northern districts like Al-Aarid, is experiencing a comprehensive urban development and rapid population growth. National Water Company to keep pace with this growth through proactive plans aimed at modernizing the aging infrastructure and replacing it with state-of-the-art networks that meet high technical specifications. This approach not only serves current residents but also paves the way for accommodating the anticipated future population density in these vital areas, thus enhancing the capital's attractiveness as a destination for living and investment.
Enhancing water security and the goals of Vision 2030
The importance of the water pipeline replacement project extends beyond operational aspects, encompassing environmental and economic dimensions that align with the Kingdom's Vision 2030. Replacing old pipelines directly contributes to reducing water loss (leaks), a key objective of the National Water Strategy, which aims to conserve natural resources. Furthermore, improving the quality of services provided supports the Quality of Life Program, ensuring a healthy environment and reliable services for residents.
The company concluded by affirming its commitment to continuing its efforts at an accelerated pace to implement a package of water and environmental projects, with the aim of increasing coverage rates and achieving water security, stressing its commitment to applying the highest quality standards in all stages of implementation to serve its customers in various regions of the Kingdom.
