The sewer infrastructure in St Paul’s Bay and Kennedy Grove is about for a significant improve, utilising a state-of-the-art trenchless know-how generally known as ‘micro-tunnelling’, the federal government mentioned.

The undertaking, to be carried out by the Water Services Corporation (WSC) in opposition to an funding of €6.4 million, is about to vastly enhance the wastewater administration system within the space.

The undertaking was introduced by Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli and WSC CEO Karl Cilia throughout a go to within the locality, the place works are set to start out by the tip of April.

Utilising the micro-tunnelling approach permits for the development of a 1.9km sewer gallery with out the necessity for intensive excavation, decreasing disruption to the group and minimising environmental impression.

Minister Dalli emphasised the significance of this undertaking, stating that “This project is needed as the population is growing in this locality and we need to ensure the proper infrastructure that can address the increasing demand. By upgrading our sewer system, we will not only improve the quality of life of our residents but also protect our environment and ensure the sustainability of our community for generations to come.”

The new sewer gallery will gather the vast majority of St. Paul’s Bay and Kennedy Grove’s sewerage, thereby easing the pressure on the present infrastructure. The undertaking is split into two heaps, with a mixed execution interval of fifty weeks. Both heaps will likely be labored on concurrently, guaranteeing the environment friendly and well timed completion of this much-needed improve.

WSC CEO Karl Cilia mentioned that, “This project is a testament to our commitment to innovation and sustainability. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, we aim to enhance the wastewater management system, protect public health, and preserve our environment. This project is just one of many that the corporation will be embarking on in the nearby future, with similar initiatives planned for Marsa, St. Julian’s, Msida and Birżebbuġa.”

Also current for the press convention was St Paul’s Bay Mayor Alfred Grima who welcomed the undertaking within the space, underlining that the substantial funding can be strengthening the city’s water and sewage infrastructure. “This is an investment which has been prioritised by the Water Services Corporation, and one which will be causing as little an inconvenience to residents as possible, despite the size of the project,” Mayor Alfred Grima highlighted.