ROADTOWN Tortola, BVI, May 10th 2011 - This announcement was made by Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Julian Fraser RA on VIP Let’s Talk radio programme Monday evening May 9, 2011.
Mr. Fraser also stated that he has been informed that the tank for the new reservoir at Sabbath Hill should arrive in the Territory in July and that it is expected that ground activities there would begin in the “next several days”.
Hon. Julian Fraser said the tank for the new reservoir at Sabbath Hill should arrive in the Territory next month.
It was previously mentioned that clearance for the track for pipe lines from Paraquita Bay to Sabbath Hill had already begun.
On, February 18, 2010, BiWater, signed a Build, Own, Operate, Transfer (BOOT) contract with Government for a sea-water desalination plant. The plant will produce 2.3 million imperial gallons of potable water per day, has a construction value of US$43 million and a subsequent 16 year operation and maintenance period.
In addition, the contract includes the design and build of two sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, extensive pipelines and reservoirs. The contract also includes the provision and installation of a water distribution leakage reduction programme complete with a tariff billing system.
The cost of water in Tortola is also expected to be substantially reduced when the company comes into full operation. Full sewerage treatment for the island will also be provided.
Article taken from Virgin Islands News Online
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