To manage the significant increase of inlet flow over the years and overcome odor issues, RAKWA, in charge of sewage collection and treatment, has appointed Veolia to upgrade the existing plant capabilities. The contract, signed during Wetex 2016, was awarded to the company for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of the Al Fileyah plant, including supply, construction, commissioning and performance testing for the STP. With an estimated completion time of 12 months, the project will focus on doubling the capacity of the treatment plant, bringing it from 20 MLD to 40 MLD. In order to achieve this target, the Veolia team will implement secondary biological treatment processes including installation and upgrades of aeration tanks and clarifiers. The team will also construct new UASB Bioreactors provided by Veolia subsidiary Biothane (Upthane technology).

“This partnership marks the beginning of a significant journey for us with the Ras Al Khaimah Wastewater Authority and also highlights our commitment to becoming a trusted partner of the UAE, where sustainability is a key priority,” said Thierry Froment, Chief Operating Officer for Veolia Water Technologies in the Middle East. Eng. Ahmed Mohamad Al Hammadi, Chairman of RAKWA, said, “The extension of Al Fileyah treatment plant is very important for RAKWA as it strengthens our strategy to enhance the overall development of Ras Al Kheima Emirates. Partnering with Veolia for water treatment is in line with our commitment to build a strong and enduring team working alongside with Moalajah to deliver this project.”