Royal HaskoningDHV celebrates the inauguration of Phu My wastewater treatment plant in Vietnam

Royal HaskoningDHV, in collaboration with the Management Board of Civil and Industrial Projects of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province, today announced the official launch of the Wastewater Collection, Treatment, and Drainage System for the Phu My New Urban Area in Phu My Town. This groundbreaking project marks a significant step towards improving environmental sustainability and enhancing public health in the region.

The event was attended by representatives of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province, Mr. Hans Docter, a.i. CEO of Invest International, and Mr. Daniël Stork, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The ceremony also drew participation from key provincial departments and sectors, emphasising the broad support for this important infrastructure initiative.

Ba Ria - Vung Tau province and Phu My Town has been facing growing environmental challenges due to rapid development of new residential areas, industrial zones and sea ports. Untreated wastewater from industrial zones and residential areas has strained local infrastructure, impacting both the quality of life for residents and the region’s sustainable development. The construction of this modern wastewater treatment plant is a critical solution to these challenges, helping to protect the environment and support economic growth.

Mr. Tran Thanh Tinh, Director of the Department of Project Management Major Civil and Industry of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province said: “We are very pleased to see the Wastewater Collection, Treatment, and Drainage System officially in operation after five years of construction. We highly appreciate Royal HaskoningDHV’s efforts as a trusted partner and consultant throughout the project, exceeding our expectations given numerous challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and land clearance issues. We are confident that this plant will address the urgent wastewater management needs of our community and make a significant contribution to improving the socio-economic conditions in the region.”

The project has a total investment of 818 billion VND, with 282 billion VND (equivalent to 10.047 million euros) coming from non-refundable ODA funding by the Dutch government and 536 billion VND from the provincial counterpart fund, making up 65.5% of the total financing. The Phu My wastewater treatment plant is powered by Royal HaskoningDHV's state-of-the-art Carrousel® technology, designed to have a processing capacity of 30,000 cubic metres per day. This plant is the first of its kind in Vietnam, employing proven biological treatment processes to efficiently manage both municipal and industrial wastewater. Carrousel technology has been globally recognised as a reliable, cost-effective solution, already successfully implemented in more than 1,200 locations worldwide.

Throughout the project, Royal HaskoningDHV has played an integral role, providing expertise from the early stages of pre-feasibility studies, design, supply and installation of equipment to final project implementation and construction management.

The project also involves the construction of four pumping stations, over 100 km of pipeline network, and the connection of 30,000 households and over 1,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), enhancing living conditions for approximately 250,000 residents in the region.

Doan Manh Thang, Royal HaskoningDHV’s Director Water & Resilience Vietnam said: “We are proud to be the key partner in delivering this vital wastewater treatment project, using our copyrighted robust technology Carrousel for Phu My New Urban Area. This facility will significantly improve environmental quality, enhance residents' living conditions, and support the region’s sustainable economic growth. This project reflects our 143 years of expertise in water resilience, combined with the latest water technology and our commitment to addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development in Vietnam.”