Penstocks installation by Torishima (JP) for PS "Project DS161" in Dubai reaches final stage

KWT International delivered all 10 heavy duty penstocks for Pumping Station X1 in Dubai, UAE, during 2009. Expanding its position in the Emirates, KWT International records another first, after having been selected for the Sharjah Sewage Plant extension #7 in 2007 and parts of Dubai Sports and Motor City in 2008.

Known as the leading manufacturer of HDPE and stainless steel 316L penstocks, valves, tilting – and overflow weirs in water-rich Holland, KWT is proud to be a supplier in this important initiative.

The entire project started in September, 2007, and comprises of the construction of phase 1 of pumping station X1 with a capacity of 4,500 liters per second (total capacity 9,000 lps), also known as project DS161.
The pumping station site is adjacent to the roundabout at the Emirates Road near Dubai Sports City and Dubai Autodrome. Its rising mains will be linked to other pumping stations and more than 16 km of DN1400 mm GRP pipes leading to the new sewage treatment plant at Jebel Ali, currently under design and positioned not far from Jebel Ali Airport.

The project has been initiated by the Dubai Municipality. KWT International is vendor listed and fully approved by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authorities (DEWA).

The DEWA's aim is at achieving the strategic objective of linking all areas of Dubai with a drainage network by the end of 2011. It forms part of the Drainage and Irrigation Department's vision and strategic direction to provide drainage and irrigation services for creating an excellent city that provides the essence of success and comfort of living, according to the Municipality.