The P563-million initiative involved the replacement of 32 kilometers of aging and leaky pipelines in the city’s primary, secondary, and tertiary distribution systems. The projects covered pipe sizes ranging from 75 millimeters to 300 millimeters for secondary and tertiary lines, and up to 1,050 millimeters for the primary distribution system.
Water recovery
Maynilad said in a statement the completed projects are expected to significantly reduce water losses while improving water pressure and ensuring a more stable supply in several communities across Quezon City.
Among the barangays that benefited from the upgrades are San Jose, Pag-ibig sa Nayon, Maharlika, Bagong Silangan, Sangandaan, Granvills Neighborhood, Real Estate Neighborhood, Bahay Toro, Sta. Monica, San Isidro Labrador, Santa Teresita, Lourdes, San Agustin, and Nagkaisang Nayon.
Residents in these areas have already experienced improvements in water pressure and supply stability following the completion of the projects.
NRW program
The projects form part of Maynilad’s Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Management Program, which aims to reduce water losses and improve overall system efficiency.
The program includes the establishment of District Metered Areas (DMAs), advanced network diagnostics, active leak detection and repair, pipe replacement activities, and strict meter management.
“These projects required close coordination with the Quezon City government and affected communities, and we appreciate their support in allowing us to complete critical upgrades that strengthen service reliability and reduce water losses,” said Maynilad President and CEO Ramoncito S. Fernandez.
Service improvements
Maynilad is the concessionaire of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) for the West Zone of the Greater Manila Area, serving parts of Metro Manila and Cavite Province.
The company operates the country’s largest water concession in terms of population served within a single concession area, providing water and wastewater services to millions of customers in its franchise area. —Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
