Drinking water in Algeria: downstream connections to desalination plants launched (Tlemcen)
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources launched connection projects in Tlemcen, Mostaganem and Chlef. Tlemcen: 67 billion dinars.
In short
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources chaired the launch of downstream connection projects for seawater desalination plants in Tlemcen, Mostaganem and Chlef. For Tlemcen, the budget is estimated at 67 billion dinars for 105 kilometres of pipes, with a 16-month deadline.
Key points
- Launch chaired by the Minister of Water Resources, per Radio Algerienne.
- Sites: Aïn Adjroud (Tlemcen), Sidi El Adjal (Mostaganem) and El Marsa (Chlef).
- Tlemcen: 67 billion dinars for 105 kilometres of pipes.
- Deadline set at 16 months, in five lots given to national companies.
What the agency reports
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Water Resources chaired in Tlemcen the launch ceremony of downstream connection projects for seawater desalination plants. The plants are under construction at Aïn Adjroud (commune of Marsa Ben M'hidi, Tlemcen), Sidi El Adjal (commune of Khadra, Mostaganem) and El Marsa (Chlef).
The Tlemcen project
The agency adds that the Aïn Adjroud project has an estimated budget of 67 billion dinars. It covers 105 kilometres of pipes.
- Completion deadline set at 16 months.
- Works split into five lots.
- Work entrusted to national companies specialised in water resources.
Wilayas concerned
Per Radio Algerienne, the Tlemcen project will improve drinking water supply in the wilayas of Tlemcen and Sidi Bel-Abbes.
Frequently asked questions
Which projects were launched according to Radio Algerienne?
Downstream connection projects for the seawater desalination plants at Aïn Adjroud (Tlemcen), Sidi El Adjal (Mostaganem) and El Marsa (Chlef).
What are the budget and deadline of the Tlemcen project?
According to the agency, the budget is estimated at 67 billion dinars for 105 kilometres of pipes. The deadline is 16 months.
Who will carry out the works in Tlemcen?
According to Radio Algerienne, the works are split into five lots, entrusted to national companies specialised in water resources.