Sydney Water is set to take another step towards improving its wastewater network. It will provide circular economy benefits after awarding a contract to BMD Constructions. BMD Constructions will deliver major upgrades worth $150M to the Richmond Water Recycling Plant (WRP).
The project, which is expected to double the plant capacity, will upgrade construction to the seven-kilometre main. It will transfer flows from North Richmond to Richmond. The project will build a new wastewater pumping station and upgrade the three existing wastewater facilities in the area.
Senior Project Manager Greg Cable says the planned works will play a major part in ensuring a more sustainable future. This will meet the needs of Richmond’s growing population.
“Growth is set to increase by 70 per cent. We estimate the completed upgrades will help future-proof the region’s rapidly growing population over the next three decades,” Cable said.
“This project will also contribute significantly to circular economy benefits by expanding water recycling capacity at the site and the production of biosolid matter for reuse,” Cable said.
BMD Constructions General Manager John Vida said the contract is an exciting opportunity to work with Sydney Water to deliver wastewater upgrades. These upgrades will benefit the area for decades to come.
“We’re looking forward to maximising our collaborative partnership with Sydney Water and together bolstering outcomes to benefit the people of Sydney,” Vida said.
Construction of the Richmond WRP will commence in September and is scheduled to be completed by 2026.
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