Amman: The Ministry of Water and Irrigation signed an agreement with local contractors on Wednesday to implement the second, third, and fourth phases of the Construction of Bani Kenanah Water Supply System Project. The $51 million deal is funded by the European Investment Bank (EIB).
According to Jordan News Agency, Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud, speaking at the signing ceremony alongside EIB representative Suad Farsi, emphasized the project's importance in improving water services and advancing the government's economic modernization vision. He noted that the initiative aligns with the National Water Strategy 2023-2040 and the Water Authority's broader plans.
The minister highlighted ongoing efforts to upgrade and replace water pipelines by 2025 to enhance efficiency, minimize water losses, reduce energy consumption, and bolster self-sufficiency in the water sector. He stressed the project's significance in serving northern regions with high concentrations of Syrian refugees, utilizing modern water management technologies.
The agreement covers the installation of main and secondary water supply lines to serve 25 villages in Bani Kenanah. Upon completion, 93 percent of the area's residents will have access to natural water supply, improving distribution efficiency and replacing outdated networks.
The project includes construction of a 15 km transmission line with a 700 mm diameter from the Zubda reservoir to the Bani Kenanah reservoir, along with 70 km of pipelines ranging from 150 to 600 mm in diameter and 545 km of pipelines between 50 and 300 mm made of ductile iron and polyethylene.
Additional infrastructure includes a 16,000 cubic meter water tank, a 1,000 cubic meter water tank, and a modern pumping station. The project also features an operations and security facility, house connections, 33 electromagnetic meters, and a SCADA system for real-time monitoring.
The second, third, and fourth phases will commence following the completion of the first phase (Package A), valued at $15.5 million, which includes the construction of the Bani Kenanah reservoir, transmission line, and pumping station. The entire project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
Abu Saud praised the partnership between Jordan and the European Investment Bank, expressing gratitude for the financial support provided by donor countries to address the Kingdom's water challenges. He urged the public to cooperate during project implementation to maximize its benefits.