Manila Water on track with P4-B line project
The Philippine Star|September 30, 2024
East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Co.Inc. (Manila Water) said it is making headway in the construction of its P4-billion submarine transmission line project that is critical in servicing two million more customers in its jurisdiction by next year.
JASPER EMMANUEL ARCALAS

Manila Water said "sizeable" progress has been observed in the ongoing construction of its East Bay Phase 2 (PH 2) Submarine Transmission Pipeline Project since it began last July 2023.

The project involves the laying of a vast submarine pipeline system to enhance water distribution in the region, according to the company.

The water utility firm said the two components of the project, Central Bay and West Bay have posted 24-percent and 44-percent completion rate, respectively.

The two components comprise the Submarine Transmission Lines that are essential components of the East Bay PH 2 Water Treatment Plant, Manila Water said.

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