The National Water Company announced the completion of a significant milestone in its strategic plans to develop the infrastructure in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. The company finished laying main water pipelines of varying diameters to serve the developments west of the Tuwaiq neighborhood in Riyadh. This vital project, part of the second phase of the strategic water plan, cost a total of 132 million riyals and represents a major boost to the water distribution system in the area.
Project technical and artistic details
The company explained in its statement that the project included laying over 53 kilometers , implemented according to the highest engineering standards to ensure service sustainability. In addition to the pipeline extension, the work included the installation of 20 network connections on existing lines. This technical procedure aims to improve the operational efficiency of the network, increase coverage in the targeted neighborhoods, and maximize the utilization of existing assets and infrastructure, which will directly and positively impact the quality of life for residents in the serviced areas.
Keeping pace with urban expansion in Riyadh
This project is of particular importance given its location in western Riyadh, specifically in the Tuwaiq district, one of the fastest-growing urban and population-population areas in the capital. The National Water Company is working to keep pace with Riyadh's comprehensive urban development by implementing proactive projects that ensure the availability of essential services before or during population growth, thus reducing reliance on water tankers and increasing the operational efficiency of the water sector.
Enhancing water security and Vision 2030
These accelerated efforts come within the framework of the National Water Company's commitment to achieving the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 , specifically those related to the Quality of Life Program and the sustainability of water resources. Through these high-quality projects, the company seeks to enhance water security, ensure continuous supply, and reduce losses in the networks by using modern technologies in pipeline extension and connection.
The company affirmed its commitment to proceeding with a package of vital infrastructure projects at an accelerated pace, emphasizing its adherence to approved timelines and the application of the highest standards of quality and performance. This strategy aims to provide sustainable and reliable water services that meet increasing demand and support national aspirations to build world-class infrastructure befitting Riyadh's status as a global destination for investment and living.
