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Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
CRC Evans wins second contract on crucial Moroccan water pipeline project
CRC Evans (CRCE), a leader in welding, welding technology, and coating services, has won a major contract renewal to provide project management and pipeline welding services for a transformational water pipeline project in Morocco. State-owned OCP Group is constructing a 219-km water pipeline to transport desalinated water from its facilities in Jorf Lasfar on the Atlantic coast to its operations in Khouribga as part of an initiative to combat water shortages in Morocco. The win is the second on the project for UK-headquartered CRCE and was awarded following successful completion of work on the first phase of the project in 2024, when it worked with local contractors to complete 4,000 welds on a 72km stretch of 52' diameter pipe. In the new phase, the company will project manage welding on 150km of steel water pipeline. Consisting of 56' and 40' diameter pipes, with around 12,000 welds, the full spread of CRCE equipment will include its internal welding machine and P-625 dual torch external welding equipment. CRCE will also provide manual tie-in welding solutions, along with specialist welding technicians, to the project. 'We're very pleased to have secured a new contract for this project on the back of work carried out to date; it confirms our client's confidence to continue to work with them on such a fantastic project, which will bring huge benefits to the local population," said Henk DeGraaf, Onshore Director, CRC Evans. 'Shortage of water is a major problem in Morocco, and this pipeline will provide desalinated water for fertilizer production, agriculture and industrial community projects, freeing up pressure on local water resources." Steven Mackay, Director of Renewables & Infrastructure, CRC Evans said: 'Our world leading expertise in coatings and welding, both in terms of our experienced personnel and ground-breaking technology such as our internal welding equipment, with its higher rate of productivity, are crucial in the current project and future water projects to come.' Known for its global and industry-leading expertise in coating and welding services across many sectors, including oil and gas, CRCE continues to target new markets and recently established a new division specialising in renewables and infrastructure. It includes provision of specialist welding and coating services for the utilities sector, including water and domestic gas pipelines. This ideally positions CRCE to leverage its expertise to support projects being delivered under Asset Management Plan 8 (AMP 8), the latest round of regulatory framework introduced to improve the delivery of water and wastewater facilities across the UK. Running from now until 2030, it will generate multi-billion pounds in business opportunities for companies operating in this sector. "Issued on behalf of CRC Evans by BIG Partnership. For more information, contact Ben Palmer on About CRC Evans: CRC Evans is a leading provider of welding and coating services for the global energy and wider infrastructure sectors. Founded in 1933, the organisation has employees across five continents. For more information on CRC Evans, visit:
Jordan Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Project inaugurated to enhance water supplies to Amman, Zarqa
The Hallabat Water Conveyance Project, funded by the US government, seeks to boost national water supply and expand the capacity to meet growing demand, particularly in Amman and Zarqa, with a total investment of $50 million (File photo) AMMAN — Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Soud on Wednesday inaugurated the Hallabat Water Conveyance Project, a 'strategic' infrastructure initiative aimed at enhancing water supply in Amman and Zarqa. The project, funded by the US government, seeks to boost national water supply and expand the capacity to meet growing demand, particularly in Amman and Zarqa, with a total investment of $50 million, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Abu Soud expressed his gratitude to the US government for its 'generous and continued' support to the water sector, stressing the importance of strategic investments in this field. The minister described the project as 'vital' to enhancing water supply, providing 30 million cubic metres annually through the rehabilitation and drilling of 25 wells in the Hallabat well field. He said that the additional supply will help reduce the water deficit and meet the needs of around 820,000 people in the governorates of Amman and Zarqa. Abu Soud noted that the project will also provide extra quantities to other areas, as part of the ministry's broader efforts under the National Water Strategy to reduce water loss and improve supply. He added that efforts are ongoing to secure new water sources, increase the efficiency of supply and operational systems, and rehabilitate existing resources to ensure additional water reaches most regions across the Kingdom. US Chargé d'Affaires Rohit Nepal stressed the US government's commitment to partnering with Jordan in its pursuit of a more water-secure future, referring to ongoing efforts to enhance Jordan's water security by reducing water loss. The project was completed in a 'record' time of eight months and involved the rehabilitation, drilling, and development of 25 wells in the Hallabat field, Petra said. The venture is considered a 'successful' model of effective emergency response to the challenges of water scarcity in Jordan. It highlights how international partnerships, especially with the US government, along with advanced technology and improved infrastructure, can collectively contribute to meeting citizens' needs and advancing national water security goals, Petra added.
Zawya
15-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan's Cabinet approves key agreements to boost water, food security, enhance infrastructure
AMMAN — The Cabinet on Wednesday approved grant and soft loan agreements of 50 million euros and two million euros with the government of Italy and the Italian Development Bank to finance the National Water Carrier Project. The agreement aims to support the implementation of the Aqaba-Amman National Water Carrier Project for desalination and water conveyance, which seeks to provide 300 million cubic metres of potable water annually, address the chronic water shortage in the Kingdom, and increase water supply across all governorates, the Jordan News Agency, Petra. During a session on Wednesday, chaired by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, the Cabinet also approved an amended agreement for the implementation of the Northeast Balqa sanitation project, funded by the French Development Agency, at a value of 60 million euros. The project, covering an area of approximately 48 dunums, includes the construction of a new treatment plant about 2 kilometres from the King Talal Dam, to replace the existing Baqaa sewage treatment plant. The project aims to improve and enhance the efficiency of the water and wastewater sectors in the area. The design capacity of the new plant is about 36,000 cubic metres per day, expandable to approximately 54,000 cubic metres per day, Petra said. The Cabinet endorsed an agreement for the implementation of the Food Security and Inclusive Economic Growth Project, in cooperation with the Italian government, focusing on sustainable rural products and the efficient use of local resources. The agreement aims to enhance food security in Jordan, empower small-scale farmers, improve the quality of local food production, and develop resilient and sustainable agricultural systems. The Cabinet also approved an agreement to implement the Circular Solutions Project in Jordan, in cooperation with the Global Environment Facility. The project aims to carry out specific activities in line with the global strategy for circular solutions to plastic pollution. It will improve the regulatory framework to ban certain single-use plastic products and promote a shift towards sustainable packaging by supporting the food and beverage sector's transition to non-plastic alternatives, according to Petra. It also allocates financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to establish businesses related to sustainable packaging and increase the percentage of recycled materials in plastic packaging, in accordance with existing coordination guidelines. The Cabinet also approved the EU's 'Partnership Implementation Facility' (PIF) Phase agreement aims to support the enhancement of effectiveness and efficiency of public sector institutions in implementing the partnership and cooperation priorities between Jordan and the EU, and to develop regulatory frameworks and policies that align with green, digital, and inclusive economic growth. It also includes defence cooperation with the Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army, Petra reported. In terms of investment support across various sectors, the Cabinet approved the extension of the 75 per cent exemption on export-bound horticultural agricultural goods from imposed fees until 31 December 2025. The Cabinet also decided to extend decisions related to the Abdali Investment and Development (AID) Project for two years from their expiration date, to enable the start of Phase II implementation. The AID Project has already commenced infrastructure work for Phase II in the first half of 2025. The Cabinet endorsed the settlement of 803 outstanding cases between taxpayers and the Income and Sales Tax Department. The Cabinet approved two agreements with the German government through the German Development Bank to implement an employment programme through entrepreneurship. The programme aims to create a new financing window within the Industrial Development Fund to boost employment in the private sector in the Kingdom, by providing new job opportunities and improving access to financing for SMEs, especially those led by women. The Cabinet approved a framework cooperation agreement to establish a joint economic committee between Jordan and Malta. It also approved four memoranda of understanding with Malta in the fields of water, energy, tourism, and archiving. The agreements are part of efforts to strengthen relations, exchange expertise, and enhance cooperation between the two countries in various fields, Petra said. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
