VINCI wins major contract in Australia to modernise water treatment plant

VINCI has been selected to upgrade and expand the Lower Molonglo wastewater treatment plant in Canberra, Australia. The AUD385 million (€236 million) project is being carried out with Icon Water and will involve subsidiaries Seymour Whyte and VINCI Construction Grands Projets.

This ambitious contract includes the construction of a membrane bioreactor capable of treating 97 mega-litres per day of wastewater. Ecological measures will be implemented, such as the use of low-carbon concrete and 100% renewable energy.

The work, scheduled to begin in 2025, is part of a 10-year programme and will employ up to 250 people. The project will increase processing capacity and improve services for the Canberra community.