VA TECH WABAG has secured a large Design & Build contract for the proposed Ajman Sewage Biorefinery Plant – Phase 3 in the United Arab Emirates from Ajman Sewerage (Private) Company Limited. The project, classified as a large international order valued between USD 30 to 75 million, marks the company’s strategic entry into the UAE market. The order strengthens VA TECH WABAG’s presence in the GCC region and positions it to pursue larger infrastructure opportunities in the Middle East.
Project Structure and Timeline
The project will be executed through a consortium arrangement with VA TECH WABAG serving as the consortium leader and is scheduled for completion within a 24-month period. The scope encompasses the design, engineering, procurement, and construction of a 60 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant, including inlet works, primary and secondary treatment systems, and comprehensive sludge management facilities such as digesters, gas holders, scrubbers, and power generation systems.
Technical Scope
The plant will incorporate advanced mechanical and biological treatment processes based on the Activated Sludge Process (ASP). Tertiary treatment will be facilitated through disc filtration systems. Additionally, the scope includes odor control systems and disc filters to ensure compliance with guaranteed treated effluent quality.
Strategic Significance
Rowhan Mittal, Head – Strategy and Business Growth – GCC, stated that the project represents an important milestone in the company’s Middle East growth journey. He noted that the UAE’s focus on water security and infrastructure resilience creates a strong long-term opportunity landscape, enabling VA TECH WABAG to participate meaningfully in the region’s next phase of growth.
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