Minister of Public Works Lays Foundation Stone for Kabd North Wastewater Treatment Plant - Sarmad

Minister of Public Works, Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan, laid the foundation stone for the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant project, in the presence of the Chinese Ambassador to Kuwait, Yao Qin.

Al-Mashaan stated that the project embodies the depth of relations, friendship, and cooperation between Kuwait and China. She explained that the project is implemented in accordance with the directives of the political leadership, which prioritizes and supports infrastructure and sustainable development projects, in pursuit of the aspirations of the nation’s people for a better future.

She noted that the study, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant and its complementary works constitute one of the major strategic projects undertaken by the Ministry of Public Works. The aim is to develop Kuwait’s wastewater system in line with the national development plan and to enhance environmental sustainability. The project covers an area of approximately 2.8 million square meters.

Al-Mashaan clarified that the project is not limited to the construction of a wastewater treatment plant, but includes an integrated system of facilities and infrastructure. The centerpiece is the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant, with an operational capacity of 500,000 cubic meters per day, with the potential for future expansion to reach a capacity of one million cubic meters per day.

She mentioned that the project includes the construction of pumping stations in several areas, such as Al-Shadadiya, Al-Jahra, and Mushrif, as well as networks of pipelines. It also features deep injection networks with diameters reaching up to three meters, which are the first of their kind in Kuwait, in addition to storage tanks with a total capacity of 600,000 cubic meters.

The project also includes the construction of a central incinerator for disposing of pollutants resulting from treatment processes, alongside a renewable energy system relying on solar power and biogas, aimed at covering 50% of the project’s energy needs.

She highlighted that the project’s significance lies in developing wastewater infrastructure and enhancing the utilization of treated wastewater for irrigation and afforestation. This contributes to rationalizing water consumption, preserving natural resources, protecting the environment, and combating desertification. She emphasized that the project represents a crucial step toward developing modern and sustainable infrastructure that meets the country’s current and future needs and supports its journey toward sustainable development.

For his part, Chinese Ambassador to Kuwait, Yao Qin, expressed his pleasure at participating in the foundation-laying ceremony for the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant project, which represents another significant milestone in the project’s implementation.

Chin stated that the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant project is currently the largest wastewater treatment plant project in Kuwait. Upon completion, it will enhance Kuwait’s capabilities in collecting, transporting, and treating wastewater, as well as utilizing treated water, thereby contributing to improving the regional environment and the level of public services.

He explained that the project represents one of the major cooperation initiatives between the governments of China and Kuwait. China will contribute its expertise in construction and technology to support sustainable economic and social development in Kuwait and to realize Kuwait’s National Vision 2035.

He noted that in recent years, mutual political trust between China and Kuwait has strengthened, laying solid foundations for cooperation based on mutual benefit and expanding the horizons of friendship between the two countries. He pointed out that high-level relations have witnessed intensive communication and deeper integration between the development strategies of both sides.

The Chinese ambassador affirmed the continuation of joint efforts with the Kuwaiti side to build a more robust, higher-quality, and more effective China-Kuwait strategic partnership, and to contribute Chinese capabilities to achieving peace, stability, prosperity, and development in Kuwait. He expressed hope for accelerating the pace of practical cooperation across various fields and translating strategic plans into tangible achievements on the ground.

For his part, Wang Chaihai, Chairman of China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), stated that since the project’s launch last year, it has made steady progress thanks to the strong commitment of the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Ministry of Public Works, as well as support from the Chinese government, culminating in the signing of the agreement at Bayan Palace on July 26.

He expressed gratitude to all parties that contributed to advancing the project, reaffirming the company’s confidence in its ability to complete this important project to the highest standards, based on its extensive experience in executing major infrastructure projects, its capabilities in technological innovation, project management, and quality and safety control.

He emphasized that the company would adhere to the highest standards to ensure the work is carried out safely, efficiently, and with high quality, thereby making a tangible contribution to sustainable development in Kuwait and the well-being of its people.