New €35 Million Reverse Osmosis Plant Planned for Għar Lapsi

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In brief

  • A new reverse osmosis plant, representing a €35 million investment, is planned for Għar Lapsi.
  • The facility, named Plant B, will be capable of producing 30 million litres of drinking water daily.
  • The project aims to strengthen Malta's water supply infrastructure.

Malta is set to enhance its water supply infrastructure with the development of a new reverse osmosis plant at Għar Lapsi. This significant project involves an investment of €35 million and is designed to produce 30 million litres of drinking water every day.

The Water Services Corporation (WSC) announced the plans for this new facility, which will be known as Plant B. It is intended to bolster the country's capacity to provide potable water to residents.

The construction of Plant B will proceed while the existing plant at Għar Lapsi remains operational. This ensures a continuous water supply throughout the development period.

The initiative underscores efforts to secure and improve Malta's long-term water resources.

The Spin Room

Low media divide. Both Lovin Malta and Times of Malta reported the details of the new reverse osmosis plant consistently.

Updates

  • : Updated with new reporting from TVM News and ONE News confirming the €35 million investment.

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