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PresidentIr. Syed Mohd Adnan bin Mansor Alhabshi

Deputy PresidentYBhg. Datuk Ir. Abdul Kadir bin Mohd Din

Vice PresidentsIr. Mohmad Asari bin DaudIr. Zulkiflee bin Ab Hamid

Immediate Past PresidentMr. Ahmad Zahdi bin Jamil

Hon. Secretary GeneralMr. Mohamad Hairi bin Basri

Hon. Treasurer GeneralMdm. Amy Yew Sze Kiat

Ordinary Council MembersProf. Ir. Mohamed Haniffa bin Hj. Abdul HamidDr. Norhayati binti AbdullahIr. Hj. Noor Azahari bin Zainal AbidinIr. Beh Hong Lin Ir. Ong Guan HockIr. Tham Yee Kiong

Mdm. Hjh. Fadzilah binti Abdul KadirMr. Mohamad Sabari bin ShakeranMr. Mansor bin Abdul GhaniMr. Shamsul Fahmi bin Mohamad PadzliMr. Desmond Lim Meng Keat

MWA Council for 2015/2017 Session

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President’s Desk 3

Special Feature 4

• Special Interview with the Secretary General of KeTTHA

Upcoming Events 7

• 7th IWA-ASPIRE 2017, Kuala Lumpur

MWA Activities 10 MWA Membership 15

Young Water Professionals 17

• Being Active Featured Articles

• Expansion of Mengkuang Dam, 18 Pulau Pinang • Sungai Semenyih 25 Water Treatment Plant • Pantai 1 Regional 27 Sewage Treatment Plant • UV CIPP Pipeline 30 Rehabilitation in Malaysia • Feature : The World of Water 32

News Snippets 36

Editorial Committee MembersIr. Syed Mohd Adnan AlhabshiIr. Ong Guan HockMr. Lee Koon YewMs. Rubby Mahmod

Cover Picture:

Shows progress of assets transfer to asset management company (PAAB) under the Water Restructuring Initiatives up to September 2016. A total of 8 States (out of 12) have transferred their water assets to PAAB totaling RM10.14b.

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On 2 June 2016, MWA celebrated the 28th year of her founding in 1988, with a strong presence of 600 members coming together in full support at the 28th Annual Dinner & Awards Night at Hilton Kuala Lumpur. Also in attendance was our guest of honour, YB Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili, the Minister of Energy, Green Technology and Water, CEO’s, captains of industries, MWA Council Members, senior executives and members of MWA representing the cross section of the Malaysia water industry.

As the President of MWA, I have the privilege of working closely and engaging with a large section of the members. From my observation of just the 28th Annual Dinner itself, I am very heartened by the support shown by the members of MWA towards the work of the association. As we are aware, MWA is an association of different people who volunteer to coming together to serve a common objective - to promote and advance the science and practice of engineering and management in the water supply and wastewater industries.

Today, MWA is recognised as the focal national body w.r.t. water in Malaysia and is well respected with a good standing in the international arena. The success of the Association must be attributed to the support and contribution of the members themselves. Over the years I find that voluntary service in MWA has grown and been ingrained in many members simply out of their passion and desire to serve (and to give back) the industry what they have benefitted from the industry in the first place. MWA has also worked closely with the Ministry (KeTTHA) and other government agencies and had contributed ideas and proposals on policy matters and discussion on water issues that affect the management of water. I am proud of the level of participation, voluntary involvement, trust, solidarity and reciprocity shown by members. This is done in an environment of shared understanding and a sense of common obligation to ensure MWA continues to be successful and self sustainable for the common good of the members and the industry at large.

In July 2016, MWA has also signed the MoU with Singapore Water Association to establish a strong working relationship for the benefit of the associations and members, and for promotion of the water industry.

Next year 2017 will be another big year for MWA. We shall be hosting the 7th IWA-ASPIRE 2017 Conference & Exhibition in September where we are targeting 800 delegates to the conference. Delegates will be from the Asia Pacific countries as well as developed countries. Preparations are already underway and progressing well. MWA Council Members who attended the IWA World Water Congress 2016, Brisbane in October took part in promoting the ASPIRE 2017 with the event managers and we are looking forward to your support to participate in this event.

Lastly, as we near the year end, again it will be a time for the seasonal rains and floods. We hope all of us will be kept safe and be alert to render voluntary assistance and help whenever it is required.

P r e s i d e n t ’ s D e s k

Ir. SYED MOHD ADNAN ALHABSHIPresident

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MWA: Dato’ Seri, first of all we like to extend on behalf of MWA and its members our heartiest congratulations on your appointment as the Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water. All of us in the water industry are very delighted and proud of your appointment and fondly remembered the great contributions you have made to MWA, IWA, UTM and the industry in the area of water, wastewater and the environment. We look forward with great anticipation to your able and visionary leadership in helming the

Ministry to guide the water sector to greater heights in Malaysia.

We know through many years of working that you are very familiar and is a hands-on person in all aspects of the water industry and sustainability. We like you to share with us some personal insights and your aspiration you have in mind for the water industry for the duration of your watch in the highest planning and policy decision making body on water in the country.

S p e c i a l F e a t u r e

Special Interview:Dato’ Seri Dr. Ir. Zaini Ujang

I N T H E H O T S E A T

Dato’ Seri Zaini Ujang assumed the position of the hot seat as Secretary General KeTTHA in early August 2016. It will be a place where he’ll be most at “home” as Dato’ Seri Zaini has been involved most of his working life with water.

He was the Secretary General, Ministry of Higher Education before moving to KeTTHA. He was also the youngest Vice Chancellor in the country when he was appointed as the VC of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) from 2008 to 2013. He was also a pioneer Commission member of SPAN when the national regulator was first set up in 2007. Dato’ Seri had been an active member of MWA and was a Council Member of MWA for many years before becoming the Deputy President of MWA for 2007 – 2011 Sessions as well as a Vice President of the International Water Association, IWA.

In recognition of Dato’ Seri’s significant contribution to the water sector, he was awarded the Malaysia Outstanding Water Award for Research in 2004 by MWA.

He was also the the first recipient of the prestigious Merdeka Award in 2009 under category of “Scholastic Achievement”.

Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water

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1. MWA: How do you feel coming “home” to the water and environmental sector, something we know you are very dear to your heart and passion?

Water, water sustainability and the environment are indeed very close to my heart. Because of this, throughout my career, be it in the government service, academia and in Non-Governmental Organisations such as International Water Association and MWA, I have always been very passionate to talk, research, read, write, act and volunteer on water-related issues. My last direct involvement with water was about 5 or 6 years ago, i.e. after leaving my official capacities in MWA Council and as a Commission Member with the National Water Services Commission in 2010. My subsequent appointments in different capacities meant that I had to spend less time on my pet subject of water, but even so, I have always kept myself very much abreast with water-related issues.

For example, during my tenure as Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Vice-Chancellor from 2008 to 2013, whatever little time I had on water per se was reduced to roughly 10%, which were mainly focused on water research and education. During that period, I could still find opportunities to deliver keynote addresses, write journal papers with my graduate students and colleagues, and headsome research projects. Sometimes I conduct classes for graduate students both in Malaysia and other countries. However, my appointment as Secretary General II, Ministry of Education and later as Secretary General, Ministry of Higher Education, further reduced my focus on water to about 3% of my time, mainly on water research. There, the only water programme in my portfolio was to organise post-flood study in Kelantan 2014, and doctoral research supervision at UTM Kuala Lumpur together with Japanese professors at Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT).

Hence, I felt greatly overwhelmed and honoured upon my appointment as Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water (KeTTHA), which comes with a heavy responsibility over two important utilities, energy and water and also the emerging and rising importance of green technology. These sectors have a great impact, not only on the country’s socio-economic development, but also upon the health and wellbeing of the lives of our citizens, both present and the future.

I guess heading KeTTHA is a dream come true for all water professionals, like myself. Here in KeTTHA, you are tasked to look after water services industry in the country. You are responsible to the Minister of KeTTHA Dato’ Seri Dr. Maximus J. Ongkili, to review current plans, and provide inputs to enhance the services, in terms of quality and standards, and provide mechanisms to stimulate the growth of water supply, sewerage and green technology (on top of energy) industries. I am glad that I have come back to the sector where I hope to apply all my years of experience and knowledge gained and the networking I have developed with both local and international experts, to lead the Malaysian water services to greater heights. For this, I need the continued and strong support of all those in the water and wastewater industries, to make this happen.

2. MWA: What are some of the initial concerns in the sector that you think KeTTHA, MWA and water industry should address together to ensure an efficient water services that is resilient to face value current and future challenges?

In the first five weeks in office, I had attended several briefing sessions, and at same time, many visits, dialogues, negotiations and meetings have also been conducted, including a KeTTHA Retreat with senior officials. From these initial sessions and updates, I have gathered three major observations.

Firstly, I find that the water industry has not been growing as fast as projected when we started the water reform under the Water Services Industry Act together with the formation of the national water regulator, SPAN, in 2006. While there were some outstanding initiatives been taken, in terms of scale and technology breakthrough, such as Langat 2 Water Treatment Plant and Pantai 2 Sewage Treatment Plant, the rest of the sector are developing rather slowly.

I would actually like to see more progress and effective implementation, particularly in the area of policy, institutional, governance and investment reform. This applies as well to the wider application of advanced technology and innovation that would all contribute towards greater efficiencies of our water sustainability management and services. I find instead we are still bogged down with debating about ammonia issues at water intakes, poor quality of treated sewage, and inability to address adequately the current unrealistic water and sewerage tariffs.

This I think is because, in many aspects, water has been perceived as low priority, without due consideration to the consequences of financial and social risks when aging infrastructures failed. I hope KeTTHA and all agencies under it, can step up engagement with all stakeholders to facilitate mind-set changes to some of these perspectives as we move the industry forward.

Secondly, there is still a wide gulf between water and sewerage services. The two are still managed as separate entities at the planning stage and operational level in Malaysia. From Sabah and Sarawak to Perlis, each State has different approach and ways to manage their water resources and water supply. It is unfortunate the sewerage sector is still considered “non-water” in the perception of some upstream water planners and operators. In reality, due to rapid development and water catchment encroachment, today one can hardly find a clean, untouched upstream area anymore for new water resources in many parts of Peninsular Malaysia. I think the time has now come for us to plan for the inevitable option of water re-use, wherefully treated effluent that are discharged into the main water bodies would be reclaimed back as water resources at the downstream reservoir or barrage. This approach is practised in many developed countries, including Singapore, Japan, Britain and United States. I hope that policy makers, planners and state authorities can take cognizance of this option to ensure our water remain resilient and sustainable.

Thirdly, water and energy are closely linked. Thus we have to plan ahead by integrating the needs of water-related sectors

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comprising power generation, water supply, flood mitigation and other schemes. As explained above, our choices are limited and it is becoming too costly to plan for each sector independently. Water is needed in power generation. And water or wastewater schemes also consume electricity up to 40% of their operating cost.

Therefore, I would like to invite stakeholders including MWA to start discussion with KeTTHA to increase freshwater withdrawals from reclaimed water to a target up to 20% by 2030. This can be done by constructing downstream reservoirs or barrages. It means only overflow will be discharged to sea. Additionally, for barrage, we can couple it with small hydro power generation.

3. MWA: As Secretary General, what are your vision and priority action to consolidate the reform started in 2006?

Public awareness is my main priority. I think public awareness in Malaysia on all water matters from sustainability, conservation, pollution to tariff had been low and had not been progressing at the speed and to the extent I would imagine it should. NGOs such as MWA, Yayasan Hijau and MNS are notable in their contributions but have not yet been able to create a strong sense of sustained public proactivity towards preserving and protecting the environment. Yes, Malaysians especially the young generation, are very concerned about river pollution and the deteriorating water quality. However, most Malaysians are complacent about these issues. They are not willing to support cost recovery policy, by paying reasonable tariff in tandem to the demand for higher standard of water and sewerage services. For them, they look to the easy way out where the Government should pay for the cost of the whole cycle of water services.

Secondly, It is my view that we should begin reviewing some practices and operating standards to bring them up to date in line with current expectations of consumers, new regulatory requirement, higher standards and cost of application of emerging technologies. We are no longer living in a country with deep and clean rivers. Our water catchment is no longer pristine tropical forest, but urbanized ecosystem. Our water pollutants are no longer sediments and natural organics, but micro-pollutants, endocrine disruptors and synthetic organics that require higher level of treatment processes.

To my mind, a paradigm shift is necessary. For example, instead of emphasizing on the effluent standard approach, we can promote the concept of percentage of water reuse or recycling to regulate sewerage industry. Instead of focusing solely on NRW, we also need to focus on monitoring the duration of water interruption together with demand management as a measure of a utility’s performance. One indicator I would like to see will be to reduce the per capita consumption from 210 to say 170 liter/day/capita. Perhaps some specific monitoring and enforcement process may need to be introduced.

Thirdly, I would like to see strong leadership in the water sector who can continue to bring changes and improvement to keep up with the pace of national and economic development of Malaysia. Coming from the academia myself, I have the opportunity to train and work with students and young professionals in the technical and engineering field. I am happy that many young professionals in Malaysia are able to keep up with the progress of the scientific and technical know how in water industry. The interest in water and the environment among young professionals are increasing and this augurs well for the water sectors. Every year, I find more than 100 new PhD and Masters graduates join the water industry in various fields – both academia, industry and operations. This is a positive development that can enhance our water industry. Thus we hope the government agencies, universities, industries and water utilities can provide the right platforms for them to contribute and take our water management and services to the next level.

The raising of work competencies and technical skills among the middle managers and lower level of operation staff are also on my priority list. I understand MWA, the Malaysian Water Academy (MyWA) and other agencies are actively involved in the competencies training. For this, KeTTHA and SPAN will give our full support and resources where required to the programmes being carried out for mutual benefit of all of us in the industry.

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U p c o m i n g E v e n t s

The 7th IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition brings together water and wastewater experts, academicians and practitioners from Asia-Pacific and global to share and discuss best practices and proven applications focusing on current development and water management issues towards achieving a better water future for the region. The Conference topics will revolve around the theme "Breaking Boundaries - Developing a Better Water Future for Asia Pacific Regions".

IWA-ASPIRE 2017 will feature Keynote Addresses by renowned speakers specially invited to share their personal experiences in handling water projects and the related issues. Workshops will be organised for delegates to be updated with the latest technology and applications in the industry, as well as methods and ways of troubleshooting and problem solving in managing projects. The Conference will also provide a platform for all water professionals to submit their papers and present and share their recent experiences. Most important of all, the Conference provides an invaluable networking opportunity for all water professional in the country, as well as those in the region to create and share business opportunity.

Norhayati Abdullah Desmond Lim Meng KiatAmy Yew Sze Kiat Shamsul Fahmi Mohamad PadzliMohamad Hairi Basri Faradiella Mohd KusinZulkiflee Ab Hamid Noor Hidayah SanusiLee Koon Yew Sumiaty AmbranRubby Mahmod Fadzilah Abdul KadirSue Wong Lim Pek BoonDenise Ang Anusuyah Bai S.K. Sivalingam Melissa Wu Farah Liyana Yusman Elayne Tham

Tan Yew ChongDeputy Secretary GeneralMinistry of Energy, Green Technology and Water

Abdul Kadir Mohd DinDeputy President, The Malaysian Water Association

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The 7th IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition brings together water and wastewater experts, academicians and practitioners from Asia-Pacific and global to share and discuss best practices and proven applications focusing on current development and water management issues towards achieving a better water future for the region. The Conference topics will revolve around the theme "Breaking Boundaries - Developing a Better Water Future for Asia Pacific Regions".

IWA-ASPIRE 2017 will feature Keynote Addresses by renowned speakers specially invited to share their personal experiences in handling water projects and the related issues. Workshops will be organised for delegates to be updated with the latest technology and applications in the industry, as well as methods and ways of troubleshooting and problem solving in managing projects. The Conference will also provide a platform for all water professionals to submit their papers and present and share their recent experiences. Most important of all, the Conference provides an invaluable networking opportunity for all water professional in the country, as well as those in the region to create and share business opportunity.

Norhayati Abdullah Desmond Lim Meng KiatAmy Yew Sze Kiat Shamsul Fahmi Mohamad PadzliMohamad Hairi Basri Faradiella Mohd KusinZulkiflee Ab Hamid Noor Hidayah SanusiLee Koon Yew Sumiaty AmbranRubby Mahmod Fadzilah Abdul KadirSue Wong Lim Pek BoonDenise Ang Anusuyah Bai S.K. Sivalingam Melissa Wu Farah Liyana Yusman Elayne Tham

Tan Yew ChongDeputy Secretary GeneralMinistry of Energy, Green Technology and Water

Abdul Kadir Mohd DinDeputy President, The Malaysian Water Association

Water Malaysia 2017 returns as part of the 7th IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition. Brought to you by The Malaysian Water Association and PROTEMP Group, Water Malaysia 2017 is the biennial exhibition that encompasses all across the entire water cycle, including water resource management, irrigation and drainage management, water supply, wastewater management, non-revenue water (NRW) management and environmental solutions.

The Water Malaysia 2017 Exhibition will take place from 11th to 13th September 2017. It is a co-located exhibition with the 7th International Water Association (IWA) - Asia Pacific Regional Group (ASPIRE) Conference & Exhibition, which will host over 800 international and local delegates and attract over 200 technology and solution providers to the exhibition.

Breaking Boundaries - Developing a Better Water Future for Asia Pacific Regions

Conference SecretariatMCI Management Malaysia Sdn BhdSuite 12-9, Level 12, Wisma UOA II21 Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala LumpurMalaysia.Tel +(603) 2162 0566Fax +(603) 2161 6560Email [email protected]

M W A A c t i v i t i e s

It was indeed a successfully organised MWA 28th Annual Dinner & Awards Night 2016 held on 2 June at the Hilton Kuala Lumpur. It was a black tie dinner and everyone looked polished and elegant in their outfit. The evening was graced by the Honourable Minister of Energy, Green Technology and Water, YB Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili accompanied by the Secretary General and senior government officers, CEO’s of water authorities and water companies, NGOs and fellow members of MWA.

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of MWA Water Award. There were two awards presented namely “Best Water Treatment Plant” awarded to Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd - to recognize the outstanding initiative of Sungai Semenyih WTP which is committed in ensuring the water resources are managed sustainably. The “Best Sewerage Treatment Plant” was awarded to Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd - to recognize the outstanding effort of Pantai 1 Regional Sewage Treatment Plant as having an effective treatment plant equipped with successful resourse recovery system. The awards were presented to the companies by the Guest of Honour.

MWA 28th Annual Dinner& Awards Night 2016, 2 June 2016

The arrival of the Guest of HonourDinner’s Chairman gave

his Opening Remarks

MWA President welcomed all guests to the 28th Annual Dinner

Minister of KeTTHAdelivered his speech

A token of appreciation to the Minister Impressed... Minister with his glitter painting portrait

Announcing the award recipients... Award winner: Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd Award winner: Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd

Chairman & Ministerhad a karaoke session

A short MWA Achievement video was presented. There were about 600 guests attended the dinner. MWA members enjoyed the camaraderie among friends in the water fraternity and making new acquaintances. The evening was entertained by a local 3-piece band and a surprised glitter painting portrait of the Minister by the talented artist. The Minister was in high spirits and shared a song with the guests. The eight-course Chinese dinner was sumptuous and the evening concluded with many happy faces who won the lucky draw items.

MWA would like to thank the Organising Committee Members for their support and hard work in making this event a great success and a sincerely thank all generous sponsors and helpers for their kind support and contribution.


Impressed... Minister with his glitter painting portrait

Award winner: Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd

Bravo to the Committee & Secretariatfor their hardwork

VVIP and some of the invited guests

A photo session - Council Members & Minister of KeTTHA

Happy faces... everyone enjoyed the evening

Acknowledgement to all sponsors

Workshop on Practical Approach to Dam Operation & Management,2 June 2016

Technical Talk: Common Pitfalls in Current Design of Water Intake Screening Plants & How to Avoid Them to Improve Plant Efficiency by BEAUDREY,

10 August 2016


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Visit from Korean Water and Wastewater Works Association,15 July & 12 August 2016

Visit from Center for Environmental & Geographic Information Services (CEGIS), Bangladesh, 12 August 2016

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Basic Water Treatment Plant Training for MOH, 18 & 19 August 2016

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• Free MWA Publication

• Discount Rate for Training / Publication on Sale

• Discount Rate to Local and International Conference / Technical Tours

• Information on the Latest Development in Water & Wastewater Industry

• Right to Vote for MWA Council Member (Ordinary / Institutional)

• Right to Run for Council Member

• The Platform for Exchanging Views / Ideas / Knowledge

New Membership Approved on 29 July 2016

Membership FeesEntrance Fees

Ordinary & Associate Members : RM 150.00

Institutional Member : RM 1,500.00

Student Member : Complimentary

Note: Fees shown above are subject to a 6% of GST

Annual Subscriptions


Institutional Member : RM 750.00

Student Member : RM 20.00

Training Course on Drinking Water Quality Analysis for SPAN, 27 & 28 September 2016

MoU Between MWA & SWA, 12 July 2016


The Malaysian Water Association (MWA) and the Singapore Water Association (SWA) have developed the MoU to establish a strong, dynamic partnership and working relationship for the benefit of the respective associations and members, and for the promotion of the water industry.


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BE A MEMBER AND ENJOY…• Participation in MWA Activities (Talk / Technical Visit / Seminar)

• Free MWA Publication

• Discount Rate for Training / Publication on Sale

• Discount Rate to Local and International Conference / Technical Tours

• Information on the Latest Development in Water & Wastewater Industry

• Right to Vote for MWA Council Member (Ordinary / Institutional)

• Right to Run for Council Member

• The Platform for Exchanging Views / Ideas / Knowledge

New Membership Approved on 29 July 2016

Membership FeesEntrance Fees


Institutional Member : RM 1,500.00

Student Member : Complimentary

Note: Fees shown above are subject to a 6% of GST

Annual Subscriptions


Institutional Member : RM 750.00

Student Member : RM 20.00

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Being Active!

Restructuring of Kelantan Water Industry Finalised

14 September 2016 — Bernama

PUTRAJAYA: The restructuring of the water services industry in Kelantan was finalised today.

The move will benefit some 1.6 million consumers and ensure a sustainable water industry in the state.

Three agreements on the matter were signed here today witnessed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak and Kelantan Mentri Besar Datuk Ahmad Yakob.

They were a master agreement between the Federal Government, the PAS-led Kelantan government, Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (AKSB), Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB); an agreement on facilities between PAAB and AKSB and a lease agreement between PAAB and AKSB.

The agreements were inked by Energy, Green Technology and Water Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zaini Ujang; Kelantan

Deputy State Secretary (Development) Datuk Dr Tengku Mohamed Faziharudean Tengku Feissal; AKSB chairman Datuk Hanifa Ahmad and PAAB chief corporate officer Abdul Hadi Ali.

Also present were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili and International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.

Negotiations to improve the state’s water services industry between the Federal Government and the Kelantan government had started in 2008 but hit many snags before the successful outcome today.

At a press conference afterwards, Ongkili said the move was an initiative by the Federal Government to assist AKSB in terms of finance to create a sustainable water services industry in Kelantan.

With the restructuring, he said matters on management of water supply and the water industry were under the purview of the state government while the Federal Government would act a a regulator as provided for under the Water Services Industry Act 2006 (Act 655).

He said AKSB will focus on efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance to ensure consumers received water supply that was sufficient, of good quality and with minimum disruptions.

“PAAB will take over loans related to water services taken by the Kelantan government amounting to RM604 million, including RM513 million loaned by the Federal Government. PAAB will provide capital to AKSB to upgrade as well as renew its water assets and build new (water) infrastructure,” he said.

“It involves extending the length of the finance lease up to 45 years. In addition, this funding is at a much lower cost as compared to what commercial banks offer,” he said, adding that the rental lease includes assets such as land and water related assets (pumps and water treatment plants.

Ongkili said AKSB will repay a total of RM18.64 million a year to PAAB.

Kelantan is the eighth state to do restructuring of water supply services as provided for under Act 655, after Johor, Malacca, Negri Sembilan, Penang, Selangor, Perlis and Perak.

The IWA Malaysia Young Water Professionals (MyYWP) have been involved in the organisation of various events and activities throughout the year 2016 alongside the Malaysian Water Association (MWA). As members of the International Water Association (IWA) and MWA, we have been involved in various roles and positions to ensure that Malaysia YWPs are actively mainstreaming all activities into IWA and MWA. For example this year, we’ve held leading roles in organising the MWA Annual Dinner & Achievement Awards 2016 at Hilton Sentral Kuala Lumpur together with our senior members. As committees, we were particularly passionate about contributing to the team while at the same time be able to build the skills that we need to be influential contributors to develop meaningful networks between the YWPs and senior members. Following the successful dinner, we have been appointed as part of the organising committees for the forthcoming 7th IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition 2017 in which MWA is hosting with the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water (KeTTHA) from 11 - 14 September 2017 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center. The Malaysia YWPs attended the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibitions from 9 - 14 October 2016 in Brisbane and assisted in promotion of the IWA-ASPIRE 2017 event. We would also like to congratulate Dr. Norhayati Abdullah for being appointed as IWA Board of Director and Fellow during the Congress for the new term.

Malaysia YWPs is targeting to continue to develop and expand the network and support that we have received on the IWA Connect which gathers young professionals and water experts worldwide. Through IWA Connect, coordination of national and regional IWA branded events such as the IWA-ASPIRE 2017 is becoming much easier. IWA Connect may also help to increase IWA memberships, promotes YWP involvement in national and regional programs and develop mentoring relationships between young professionals and senior experts. IWA Connect may also be used as a platform for members to exchange information and communicate about specific topic of interests. You are encouraged to join us on IWA Connect via <https://iwa-connect.org/> https://iwa-connect.org/ to start networking and establishing contacts with the IWA family!

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak and Kelantan Mentri Besar Datuk Ahmad Yakob (2L) witness the agreement of the restructuring of the water services industry between the Federal Government and Kelantan at Bangunan Perdana Putra on Sept 14, 2016. — Bernama

Y o u n g W a t e r P r o f e s s i o n a l sMyYWP

MyYWP educational visit to Sg. Semenyih WTP & Pantai 1 STP on 20th October 2016

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F e a t u r e d A r t i c l e s

1 Background

The state of Pulau Pinang or Penang is a well known international tourist centre with a multiracial population of approximately 1.5 million. It has the second largest industrial area in Malaysia. With the rapid socio-economic development, it has become a major challenge for the Government to provide reliable and sufficient raw water source to meet the potable water demand in the state in tandem with the planned development.

1 Former Director General, Water Supply Department, Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water, (Superintending Officer of Project, SO). 2 Ir Khor Chai Huat, Project Manager, and Mr Lai Kim Fui, Deputy Project Manager. 3 Mr. Mohamad Hizan Kamaruzaman, Head of Project Team, Mr. Tajuddin Harun, Project Manager and Mr. Razmann Abdul Rashid, Project Engineer.

Sg Dua Water Treatment Plant situated in Seberang Perai is the largest water treatment plant in Penang. It provides approximately 80% of the total potable water supply in Penang.

The plant obtains the raw water from Sg Muda via Sg Dua Canal. During drought season, the river yield is insufficient to cater for the total water abstraction for domestic, industrial and agricultural irrigation supply.

The existing Mengkuang Dam which was completed in year 1983 has a storage capacity of 22 million cubic meter. It supplies raw water to Sg Dua Water Treatment Plant during drought season to make up for the shortfall in raw water supply from Sg Muda.

With the rapid increase in water demand in Penang, the raw water supply from the existing Mengkuang Dam is insufficient to meet the expected rise in raw water demand from Sg Dua Water Treatment Plant. The Mengkuang Dam which is the main water supply source is the last major storage site with potential for expansion.

Expansion of

Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

ByDato’ Dr. Ir. Hasnul bin Mohamad Salleh 1

Angkasa Consulting Services Sdn. Bhd. 2 and Water Supply Department Project Team 3

Keywords: Mengkuang Dam, Dam Expansion, Dam Heightening, Draw off Tower, Project Impact, Value Management,Embankment, Concrete Cut off Wall, Cement Grout Curtain, Tunnel and Labyrinth Spillway

Mengkuang Dam

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In view of that, under the 10th Malaysian Plan, the Federal Government has approved the Mengkuang Dam Expansion Project. The objective is to increase the storage capacity from 22 million cubic meter to 73.5 million cubic meter and to increase the water conveyance capacity from the dam to Sg Dua Canal from the present 300 MLD to 1000 MLD for supply to Sg Dua Water Treatment Plant.

2 Scope of Project

This Mengkuang Dam Expansion Project will be constructed in two (2) phases as follows:

Phase 1 Construction of Dam and Associated WorksPhase 2 Construction of Raw Water Transfer Pipeline and Pump Station

Phase 1 consists of the construction of a new dam with dam crest 2km in length and heightening of the existing dam with total cost of RM607 million. Phase 2 consists of 2.2m diameter raw water conveying main 13km in length and construction of pumping station. Phase 2 is presently at the preparation of tender document stage. The estimated cost for Phase 2 is RM400 million. The key design parameters of the project are summarized in Table 1. (Refer to page 13/19 and page 14/19)

2.1. Construction Contract for Phase 1 WorksThe implementation of this project is based on the partnership between the Government of Malaysia and the Government of The Republic of China. On the 2nd of June 2011, the Federal Government had issued the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) to ChinaInternational Water and Electric (M) Sdn. Bhd, (CWEM) for the Phase 1 physical construction works.

The date of site possession was fixed on 1st August 2011 and the date of completion is 31st July 2016 with the construction period of 60 months. This project involves heightening of the existing dam by 11m and construction of a new dam of 2km in length at left valley. The existing and new dam are of earthfill type. The earthfill materials required for the construction of this project is estimated to be 8 million cubic meter.

The salient point of this project is that the impounded water in the existing dam must always be available as and when required. It means that raw water supply from Mengkuang Dam must not be interrupted throughout the construction period of the dam.

Upon completion of the Mengkuang Dam expansion, storage of the existing dam and storage at the left valley will be merged to form a unified reservoir with inundated area of 3.4 square kilometer.

Mengkuang Pumped Storage Scheme

View of Existing Dam Crest

View of Existing Mengkuang Dam Storage Reservoir Reservoir Surface Area Upon Completion of Dam Expansion

View of Existing Dam Embankment

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2.1.1 Expansion of Storage Area at Left Valley and associated works.

(1) Construction of New Dam Embankment at Left Valley (47m high, 2km in length).

Cross Sectional View of New Dam Embankment At left Valley

(2) Construction of Draw-off Tower No. 2

Cross Sectional View of Draw-off Tower No. 2

(3) Construction of Draw-off cum Diversion Tunnel

Cross Sectional View of Draw-off Tunnel

(4) Construction of Valve House No. 2 (5) Laying of 2.2m diameter Mild Steel Pipe (2km in length) from Valve House No. 2 to connect with existing raw water pipeline.

2.1.2 Expansion of storage at Existing dam and Associated Works

(1) Heightening the existing dam embankment ( by 11m high and 1km in length)

Cross Sectional View of Heightened Existing Dam

(2) Construction of new Draw-off Tower No.1

Cross Sectional View of Draw-off Tower No.1

(3) Strengthen and extend the existing draw-off culvert (4) Construction of Valve House No.1

Cross Sectional View of Valve House No.1

(5) Construction of Labyrinth Spillway

The original design of the spillway which is of linear type has been changed to Labyrinth type similar to the Putrajaya Dam which is the first of its kind constructed in Malaysia. This type of spillway does not need a wide surface for the same flow, as such this design has saved the construction cost and also improves the dam safety level.

Labyrinth Spillway and Outlet Structure


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View of the Labyrinth Spillway at Putrajaya Dam

2.1.3 Other Works (1) Construction of two Saddle Dams (2) Construction of reservoir perimeter road 8km in length (3) Construction of emergency water drawdown structure at Sg Kulim (at Mak Sulong Pumping Station). (4) Construction of balancing channel at ridge between existing reservoir and new reservoir at left valley

2.2 Phase 2 ComponentsRaw water conveyance and pumping station components:- (1) Sg Dua Intake (2) Pumping station at Sg Dua Canal (pump capacity of 440 MLD) (3) Installation of raw water conveyor pipe of 2.2m diameter, 13km in length

The conveyor pipe will act as: i. Raw Water Conveyor from Sg. Dua Canal to Mengkuang Dam

Raw water pumping station at Sg. Dua Canal will utilize the conveyor pipe to pump raw water from Sg. Muda to Mengkuang Dam during rainy season for storage. The designed capacity of the pumping station is 440 MLD. ii Raw Water Conveyor from Mengkuang Dam to Sg. Dua Canal The raw water conveyor will also be used to release raw water from the impounding storage of Mengkuang Dam back to Sg. Dua Canal during drought season at the rate of 1000 MLD.

3 Construction Sequence at Phase Works

3.1 Construction of new dam embankment and associated works.

3.2 Heightening of the existing Mengkuang Dam and associated works


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River Intake

New Pumping Station

Existing PumpingStation

Raw Water TransferPipe

LocationNo. of bays

LocationNo. of pump setsPumping headCapacity of pump

LocationNo. of pump setsPumping headCapacity of pump

TypeDiameterLength

Sg Dua canal4

Sg Dua canal455m440 million liter perday

Sg Kulim625.6m209 million liter perday

Mild steel2.2m13km

Table 1 - Main Parameters of the Project ComponentsThe main parameter of the project components is summarized as follows:-

Phase 1: Construction of Dam and Associated Works

Storage

Heightening ofExisting Dam

New Dam (LeftValley)

Catchment Area

Draw-off Tower1 & 2

Draw-off/DiversionTunnel

Draw-off Culvert

Valve House 1

Valve House 2

Connecting Pipefrom Valve Hous e2 to Existing Pipe

Spillway

Reservoir Rim Road

Emergency DischargeStructure

Full supply level (FSL)Active storage volumeMaximum reservoir area atFSL

Type of embankment

Dam crestMaximum height

Length of dam crest

Type of embankment

Dam crestMaximum heightLength of dam crest

Tower typeDesign flowDiameter

LengthTypeDiameter of conveyor pipe

Length

Type

Type

TypeDiameterLength

TypeWidth

LengthWidth

Location

El 55.00m73.5x106m33.4km2

Semi-homogenousearthfillEl 56.60m11m (from existing damcrest)1km

Semi-homogenousearthfillEl 56.60m47m (from existing site)2km

11km2

Wet1000 million litre per day3m

500mSegmental culvert1.6m

210m

Exposed

Underground

Mild Steel2.2m2km

Labyrinth spillway30m

8km3m

Sg Kulim (adjacent to MakSulong pumping station)

Phase 2: Construction of Raw Water Transfer Pipe Complete with Pumping Station


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4 Stages of Dam Construction

The sequences of the dam construction are as per the following figures:

Stage 1:1.1 Construct Draw-off Work No.21.2 Construct Upstream Cofferdam 11.3 Divert streamflow through Draw-off Works No.21.4 Construct Upstream Cofferdam 2, Downstream Cofferdam and Detention Pond Stage

Stage 2:2.1 Construct new dam at left valley2.2 Construct Draw-off Tower No.22.3 Construct Valve House 22.4 Construct perimeter road in left reservoir2.5 Complete slope protection works and rehabilitation of borrow areas

Stage 3:3.1 Functionality test of Draw-off Work No.23.2 Remove Upstream Cofferdam 1 & 2 and Downstream Cofferdam

Stage 6:6.1 Siphon water from new reservoir at left valley to existing reservoir to EL 34m.6.2 Construct balancing channel at existing saddle dam6.3 Commence impounding

Stage 4:4.1 Siphon and pump water from existing reservoir to fill new reservoir at left valley4.2 Commission supply of water (to Sg Dua WTP) using Draw-off Tower No.2

Stage 5:5.1 Construct river diversion worksat existing reservoir5.2 Heighten existing dam5.3 Demolish existing draw-off tower5.4 Construct Draw-off TowerNo.15.5 Strengthen and extend existing Draw-off Culvert5.6 Construct Valve House 1, spillway & saddle dams

5 Staging of Site Possession

Mengkuang dam is currently being used for recreational activities. During construction the dam will not be closed to the public and the expansion works will continue without affecting visitors and nearby resident recreational activities. A section of the dam can still be used and site possession for the construction of the dam will be carried out in two stages.

Stage 1 is from 1st August 2011 to 31st January 2014 (30 months). During this stage the construction site for new dam (left valley) is handed over to contractor for the construction works of new dam, whereas the existing dam site is still under responsibility and surveillance of the operator. Stage 2 is from 1st February 2014 to 31st July 2016 (30 months). During this stage the existing dam site is handed over to contractor and closed for public for the heightening works of existing dam (Refer figure below).

6 Value Management

The value management laboratory (VM Lab) for the Mengkuang Dam Expansion Project had been conducted from 10th to 19th January 2011 to ensure the objective of the project is achieved with optimum design and cost.

Several project components have been identified for modification which resulted in cost saving of about RM30 million without compromising the performance and originalobjectives of the project.

7 Impact of Project

With the implementation of the Mengkuang Dam Expansion Project, shortage of water resource in Pulau Pinang which impedes the socio-economic development would be avoided.


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Upon completion of the dam expansion by year 2016, storage capacity of Mengkuang Dam will be increased to 73.5 million cubic meter from the present 22 million cubic meter and the raw water conveying capacity will also be increased to 1000 million litre per day from the present 300 million litre per day.

With the expansion of the dam and construction of raw water conveying works complete with pumping station, raw water supply to Sg. Dua Water Treatment Plant is envisaged be able to meet the water demand in the state of Pulau Pinang up to horizon year of 2020.

The construction of this project will stimulate the local economy especially at the area of Seberang Perai and Bukit Mertajam. It is anticipated that more than 90% of the construction material will be sourced locally which includes earthfill material (8 million cubic meter) crushed aggregate (300,000 cubic meter), rip-rap, sand, pebble, cement, steel reinforcement and mild steel pipe. In addition, it will provide the opportunity to the sub-contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, canteen operators and other service providers to participate in the project.

This project will also create jobs opportunity for individual involves in the construction industry, whereby it is estimated that 500 workers consist of professional, subprofessional from different trades, i.e. Construction Manager, Inspector of Works, Engineers, Technicians, Safety Official, Welders, Quarry Operators, General Workers, Plant Operators, Laboratory Technicians, Skilled and Semi-skilled Workers will be involved during construction.

The involvement of local subcontractor in this project would facilitate transfer of construction technology which will enhance the experience and capability of the local contractor in the construction of dam.


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Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd (ABASS) was awarded the Best Water Treatment Plant for 2016 presented by The Malaysian Water Association (MWA) on June 2,2016. Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd, Ir. Abas Abdullah, said this success is not built overnight but it was built on the hard work of a long and continuing on a vision of what we believe to be translated.

Breaking the traditional norm of sludge disposal for water treatment plants in Malaysia, ABASS has constructed a modern sludge treatment facility at Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant, mainly for protecting the environment under the Environmental Quality ( Industrial Effluent) Regulations 2009.

With a capacity of 600 metric tonnes per day (at 35% dry solid), the Sungai Semenyih Sludge Treatment Facility is the biggest sludge treatment in Malaysia for water treatment process. Sludge generated from sedimentation tank and filter tank is gravitational flow to sludge holding tank before it is pumping to the distribution chamber and flow to four (4) units of gravity sludge thickener. After thickening process,the water is then sent to sludge dewatering system to remove water from the sludge. The polymer is added into the sludge as a coagulant agent. The sludge is then transfer to the covered sludge cake yard for disposal process.

The sludge treatment facility is employing the “zero discharge” concept, where all the liquids recovered from the various stages will be recycled back into the water treatment plant. Three (3) of the pump unit will operate in ‘Auto’ mode to pump water to the Inlet Chamber A and B according to current needs. Water is filtered through the ‘Turbidity meter’ before being allowed to enter the Inlet Chamber.

The immediate outcome for environment by implementing sludge treatment facility can be summarised as improving our river quality especially in quantity of suspended solid due to zero discharge concept, proper management of Sludge as its categorised under schedule waste regulation by DOE in the sense of controlling our sludge into solid form with 35% dryness,optimised land usage for the need of small lagoon

Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant - Konsortium ABASS Sdn Bhd


Ir. Abas Abdullah receiving The Best Water Treatment Plant Award from Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili (second from left) at MWA Awards 2016. Looking on are Datuk Ir. Abdul Kadir (left) and MWA President Ir. Syed Mohd Adnan Alhabshi (right)

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area for emergency response plan rather than large area for conventional lagoon treatment and used of our centrateas additional raw water for the treatment process consists around 4 million litres per day .

Through water recovery from zero discharge concept that introduces additional raw water for water treatment process subsequently save electricity and reduce carbon emission.The average amount of water recovery (WR) collected every month is 122.50 million litres which is more or less equal to the operational capacities of a small water treatment plant like Salak Tinggi Water Treatment Plant (4MLD). The electricity saving from water recovery per year is estimated

around 180,260.76 kWh equivalent to RM59,278.68 and it will have reduced 118,070.79kg CO

2 total carbon emission.

In addition to this award, ABASS has also received recognition as Prime Minister Hibiscus Award, MSOSH Award, Excellence Award and the National Health Security, MSC Malaysia HR Achievement, The Malaysian Book of Records and others. ABASS based on solid corporate vision and mission together with the expertise would always ensure that the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant will continue supply high quality water and together propel environmental sustainability.


Dry sludge (35% dryness) in covered sludge cake yard for disposal process Six centrifuge decanter for sludge dewatering process

Sg. Semenyih Sludge Treatment Facility Process Flow Diagram

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Advanced Mechanize System for Sustainable Green Initiatives Pantai 1 RSTP has a design capacity of 377,000 Population Equivalent (93MLD) and its’ advanced technology is able to remove pollutants and produces bio-effluent which consistently meets the Department of Environment’s effluent discharge quality. At the same time, it generates biogas and bio-solids that are green resources for environmental sustainability. Hence the plant effectively protects public health and contribute towards a better living environment for social well being.

Bio-Effluent Recycles Initiative Approximately an average of 7,000-10,000 m3 per day of bio-effluent is filtered and reused as utility water for domestic use such as polymer dissolving water, cleaning water for mechanical thickeners and dewatering units, backwashing, defoaming spray in the aeration tanks and odour control. By replacing the potable water with treated effluent, significant savings has been achieved as well as contributing towards lower water footprint and higher efficiency in terms of water usage. The high quality bio-effluent also has been externally supplied for industrial non-potable purpose in a pilot project with external party.

Introduction Pantai 1 Regional Sewage Treatment Plant (Pantai 1 RSTP) was recognized as the Best Sewerage Treatment Plant at the recent MWA Awards 2016. Built under the national sewerage development program, Pantai 1 RSTP serves to improve our Klang river water quality and secure public health needs of Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory’s south western conurbation catchment area (6700 ha). It is a state of the art advanced mechanised plant with activated sludge technology that produces better effluent quality than the original aerated lagoon system. As such it has also played a key role to demonstrate the sustainable green initiatives that can transform the sewerage industry, this includes efforts to recycle green products namely bioeffluent and biogas for beneficial reuse as well as sustainable energy management. Additionally at Pantai 1 RSTP had contributed to our human capital development towards improving the standards and knowledge on sewage treatment.


Pantai 1 Regional Sewage Treatment Plant(Pantai 1 RSTP) - Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd

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Harnessing Green Energy from Biogas Biogas which is a by-product of the anaerobic digestion process is currently used for electricity generation. The Pilot Biogas Power Plant at Pantai 1 RSTP was funded by Akaun Amanah Industri Bekalan Elektrik (AAIBE) that was achieved via Research Collaboration Agreement between IWK and UNITEN. Pantai 1 RSTP was initially designed to flare the biogas however under a Research collaboration project, the biogas is now converted to electricity with a 330kW biogas power plant system.

Sustainable Energy Management Pantai 1 RSTP adopts Sustainable Energy Management System which is based on the newly launched international standard ISO 50001. Energy Review had been conducted by an internal team to assist operations team to identify opportunities to save energy. One example of Pantai 1 RSTP energy efficiency initiative is the installation of High Speed Turbo Compressors to replace the existing blowers for better performance, efficiency and cost saving (less power consumption).

Capacity Building Capacity building program for IWK plant operators in Pantai 1 RSTP had been implemented in collaborations with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Sewerage experts from Japan shared and trained IWK’s operators on plant process control procedures. Such technology transfer is crucial to ensure that IWK’s human resources are enabled to secure the sustainability of the new infrastructure and performance of the facilities.

Public Awareness Pantai 1 RSTP receives many visitors and research students, local and overseas, whereby the information shared enhances both technological understanding and appreciation of key role sewage treatment and technology plays towards a sustainable future.

Since year 2009 more than 900 visitors comprising of policy makers, government officers, delegates, consultants, lecturers, students from locally as well as from Japan, Vietnam, Syria, Manila, Pakistan and Indonesia visited Pantai 1 RSTP . Other than awareness, their interests were to adopt and adapt the best practices in our sewerage industry management, to view the infrastructures, and learn the aspects of maintenance of sewerage facilities. This visits brought in many institutions to involve in research and development activities mainly in green technology involving utilization of biogas to produce electricity and application of processed biosolids as biofertilizers.

Human Capital Development Pantai 1 RSTP also receives students from varsities as well as industrial trainees to gain knowledge on wastewater treatment concepts and to expose them to actual plant operations. Based on the courses pursued and education background, they were given tasks varying from process sampling methods, water analysis, microbe monitoring, preventive maintenance programmes and report preparation.

Under the Pantai 1 RSTP set up, plant operators were given a systematic and comprehensive training on the plant process monitoring, equipment and instrument preventive maintenance including hands on training at site. The on job training and technical support develops the plant operators’ capability and knowledge.

As part of yearly activity, plant operating team also conducts various Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP) which allows them to recognize opportunities to creatively and innovatively improve plant performance, reliability and reduce operating costs. This also allows plant operators to empower problem solving

Biogas Power Plant

Capacity Building & Human Capital Development Activity

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First successful pipeline rehabilitation using UV CIPP methods

Recently Malaysian contractor RELINE ASIA SDN BHD, working with INDAH WATER KONSORTIUM (IWK), achieved a first in Malaysia. A length of wastewater pipeline was rehabilitated using a trenchless solution with UV-Cured in place (CIPP) pipe liners - the very first time this technique has been commercially used successfully in the country, by Reline Asia. RELINE ASIA SDN BHD are a partner in the JBP GROUP OF COMPANIES who have over 30 years experience working with trenchless technologies.

The UV CIPP process involves winching a glass fibre reinforced liner into the pipeline to be rehabilitated. This liner is then inflated using compressed air. The inflated liner is cured using carefully controlled UV light. The result is a structurally complete new pipe within the old pipe. The curing process is computer controlled to ensure structural consistency throughout, and the properties of the liner mean minimal loss to flow capacity within the original pipeline.

Environmental and cost benefitsThe main advantages of the UV CIPP rehabilitation method is minimal disruption to the environment and traffic flow, quick deployment and rapid completion of the rehabilitation process. This delivers obvious environmental and cost benefits to both utility managers and the community as a whole. The unique UV curing properties of the liners allow the liners to be transported directly from manufacturer - BKP Berolina in Germany, and either stored at room temperature for up to six months or used immediately on site. There is no loss of quality or performance, avoiding unnecessarily complicated and costly storage facilities or local production plants. Manufacture’s quality assurances are maintained. This offers real benefits to local contractors and utilities managers alike.

Mr Börje Persson, CEO for the JBP Group, together with a technical expertise provided by the liner manufacturer BKP were present for the pilot installation, providing pre-installation training and onsite technical supervision and support to RELINE ASIAS’s engineers during the installation. Mr Persson was pleased to receive the surprised and delighted comments from some of residents of Janal Serkut. Upon their enquiry as to how long the work would last and disrupt their neighbourhood he was able to respond it was almost completed - proof of the benefits, if any proof were needed. The Janal Serkut section of the pilot rehabilitation was completed in less than a single day.

Internationally recognised and approved technologiesThe liner solution used for the project was produced by the German company BKP BEROLINA. The Berolina-liner system has been successfully installed in approximately 2,700 km and distributed in over 30 countries globally since 1997. It is approved by the internationally recognized and highly respected WRc. BKP BEROLINA-LINER SYSTEM (M) SDN BHD, a sister company of RELINE ASIA and another partner in the JBP Group, are the exclusive distributors for the Berolina liner system in Malaysia and the wider region, and have obtained SPAN registration for use of the Berolina-liner system in Malaysia.

Another trenchless first Just a week after this first successful pipeline rehabilitation in Malaysia using UV CIPP methods, by RELINE ASIA SDN BHD with the collaboration of IWK, Kuala Lumpur played host to another first for Malaysia. The City’s International Convention Centre hosted one of the ASEAN region’s premier Trenchless sector events - Trenchless Asia 2016. Held over two days, this prestigious conference and exhibition, proved to be a great success in bringing together nearly 100 exhibitors and over 1200 visitors in a single forum. Stakeholders, with a wide spectrum of vested interests, wanted to see future developments and use of trenchless techniques, in Malaysia and the wider region, which are forming an essential part of water and wastewater assets management.


UV CIPP Pipeline Rehabilitationin Malaysia - by JBP Group of Companies

Reline Asia technicians feeding in the Berolina Liner, pre-inflation.

Call to seize opportunitiesThe conference was officially opened by YBhg. Datuk Loo Took Gee, Secretary General, Ministry of Energy, Green Technology, and Water (KeTTHA) followed by a keynote address given by YBhg. Dato’ Dr Tan Yew Chong, Deputy Secretary General (Water & Management) Ministry of Energy, Green Technology, and Water (KeTTHA).

The Secretary General, in her address to press after the opening of the conference, encouraged local contractors to become more pro-active in seizing the opportunities offered in the trenchless sector.

As Platinum Sponsor of the Trenchless Asia event, and with an active presence in Malaysia and the wider region since 2008, JBP GROUP OF COMPANIES was delighted to have the opportunity to give its support and participate in awareness raising of the applications of trenchless solutions. JBP ran a series of sponsored seminars and workshops with international systems and solutions providers, giving very practical and hands-on trenchless insights to engineers, contractors, utility managers and many other professionals.

A considerable commitment has been made by the Malaysian government to invest in and improve the sewerage infrastructure of the Greater Kuala Lumpur/ Klang Valley. This funding and commitment will enable the construction of regional sewage treatment plants, sewer networks and upgrading the existing sewerage facilities. These two firsts - the successful rehabilitation of a pipeline using UV CIPP techniques and Kuala Lumpur playing host to Trenchless Asia 2016 (which it will do again in 2018) are both proof that trenchless technologies are an important factor in Malaysia and the wider region’s development, management and maintenance of critically important water and wastewater assets.

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BKP and Reline Asia technicians,preparing installation at a manhole on site.

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Feature : THE WORLD OF WATER

By ANA MARÍA OVIEDO ON WED, 10/05/2016

CO-AUTHORS: LIBBET LOUGHNAN

Over the last few years, the international community has been busy establishing new indicators for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which officially replaced the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for the period 2015-2030. SDG #6:Ensure access to water and sanitation for all, seeks to reduce the incidence of malnutrition, communicable diseases, and inequities that are directly related to lack of access to improved sources of drinking water (affecting 663 million people worldwide) and sanitation (which 2.4 billion people still lack). This new goal implies a commitment by countries to monitor and report on their progress, similarly to what was done for the MDGs, but with much more detail.

Under the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), countries were requested to report the coverage of water and sanitation, distinguishing between “improved” and “unimproved” coverage. The WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply and Sanitation (JMP), established specific indicators for each, using definitions that could be captured with information from standard household surveys, which typically rely on self-reported questions on access to services collected from a nationally representative sample of households.

While many, if not most countries around the world have household level surveys with questions on water and sanitation, there is tremendous heterogeneity in the quality of information, and the JMP has had to develop a number of tools to harmonize data and build comparable indicators. Still, in many countries, such as Ecuador, standard household surveys do not collect sufficient information to distinguish between “improved” and “unimproved” access without making a few assumptions.

The adoption of the SDGs adds a layer of complexity, as the new indicators are more refined and stricter than MDGs indicators. For SDG #6, new indicators include:

• Percentage of the population using safely managed drinking water services• Percentage of population using safely managed sanitation services, including a handwashing facility with soap and water

To build these indicators, countries need to go beyond self-reported questions. In fact, the new definition of safely managed drinking water requires conducting a water quality test of the source from which the household gets its drinking water; while the inclusion ofhandwashing facility with soap and water requires conducting eye-witness accounts of the place where household members wash their hands.

Read Further : http://blogs.worldbank.org/water/how- we-help-countries-track-and-report- sustainable-development-goals-water- sanitation-and-hygiene

From MDGs to SDGs: What’s New for Water and Sanitation?

How we help countries track and report on the Sustainable Development Goals on water, sanitation and hygiene

Klang Valley Water Woes 1998 – Back to the future?

Back to the future: “To know the future, just look to the past. You can know the end from the beginning. There’s nothing new under the sun.”

Courtesy fromCW Kee & The Star

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By JUNAID KAMAL AHMAD 08/26/2015

CO-AUTHORS: BILL KINGDOM

Strengthen sector governance, citizen participation and utilities to improve service delivery

Effective service delivery depends not only on the governance and finance of service providers, but critically also on the relationship of the sector with the state. Increasingly, water and sanitation services are delivered in the context of a multi-tiered state – federal or decentralized. Aligning the water sector in terms of roles and responsibilities to the different tiers of government is fundamental to creating the right accountability and incentives for making services work, and especially for poor people.

Secure a reliable revenue stream sufficient to cover operation and maintenance costs

Securing sufficient revenue remains a day-to-day challenge for many utility managers. Data from the International Benchmarking Network for Water and Sanitation Utilities (IBNET)shows that only 64% of the 4,500 utilities in the database cover more than their O&M costs from user fees. User fees are, in most cases, the most reliable source of revenue given that government transfers can be unreliable, or may come with political patronage requirements. Increasing reliance on user fees also means that managers and staff will focus more of their attention on meeting customer needs, rather than trying to satisfy politicians on a day–to-day basis. This requires attention to commercial operations (billing and collections), price setting (cost recover tariffs), and the design of tariff structures that achieve cost recovery while considering affordability.

Pricing

Revenue and affordability, however, raises the issue of pricing water. Today, in the context of climate change, the world is seeking to put a price on carbon but there is uncertainty on how to value water. Yet, to ensure water security, pricing and

valuation of water has become even more essential. Pricing will need to play the role of supporting water efficiency and reducing waste; facilitating the allocation of water between competing needs such as energy, agriculture, and municipal sectors; creating accountability in service delivery; meeting environmental needs; and securing universal access and affordability. A single price cannot meet these differing objectives, but a lack of pricing or underpricing has the same impact – inefficiency, inequity, and mis-governance. Indeed, the most expensive water, especially for the poor, is free water. Time and again studies have shown that subsidies in water are often captured by better off in society and poor revenue streams for provider undermine their accountability and ability to universalize service delivery, leaving poor households outside the ambit of formal service delivery. The Gordian knot of pricing water can only be cut in the context of institutional reform, sector governance, and ensuring that the linkage with the state can allow distributional goals to be addressed through effective safety nets financed separately and securely.

Improve operational efficiency to ensure that each revenue unit delivers the maximum service possible

The two largest areas of inefficiency are typically energy consumption and leakage. In both cases, greater use of performance-based contracting provides service providers with opportunities to leverage their public sector skills with the technical capacity and incentives of the private sector to reduce costs and improve quality of service.

Increase and improve access to investment capital

To achieve universal and quality services, investment capital must extend beyond what has historically been available from government grants, subsidies, and loans. The next period must see a move toward mobilization of more

Moving Toward Universal, Quality Water and Sanitation Services The World Bank at World Water Week 2015

Access to sanitation lags behind access to water. Quality of service is poor, with intermittent supplies, continuing environmental degradation, and financially weak service providers. Moreover, future water availability is not guaranteed. Uncertainty about water resources will most profoundly affect poor populations, who often live in disaster-prone areas such as overcrowded settlements and low-lying deltas. Water variability will also strongly impact providers’ ability to maintain adequate quality and quantity of services.

There is no universal solution to these challenges, but the World Bank sees them under three broad areas: governance, finance, and capacity.

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domestic capital, whether from banks, capital markets, or other sources such as pensions and insurance companies

Increase capacity building of utility staff and managers to professionalize the sector

Capacity is often perceived through the lens of training and, that too, through a prism of supply driven, top down training methodologies. Capacity building in reality is much more and, importantly, intimately linked to the institutional set up of the service provider. A local government or a service provider that has operational flexibility with its own revenue sources, and is held accountable for service delivery, will constantly seek to invest in their own capacity through organizational changes, contracting in of systems and skills, and, yes, also training. Capacity building in such a setting becomes more demand driven and related to operational needs.

The World Bank will continue to provide infrastructure finance to support clients in their drive to meet the SDGs. This will be balanced by an increasing use of its international knowledge and experience to improve service providers by linking governance, financing, and capacity building so that our clients move toward universal, quality water and sanitation services in a sustainable manner.

To learn more, read “Water for Development: Responding to the Challenges.” http://pubdocs.worldbank.org /en/552051440006529896/pdf /WBG-at-WWW15-Water-Security-Conference-Edition-August-2015.pdf

Secretary General and World Bank Group PresidentAppoint Members of the High-Level Panel on Water

WASHINGTON, DC, April 21, 2016 – United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim announced today the appointment of 10 Heads of State and Government, as well as two Special Advisors, to the High-Level Panel on Water.

The Panel, which was launched at the World Economic Forum in Davos last January, aims to mobilize effective action to accelerate the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG6), which focuses on ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all, at a time of unprecedented challenges.

The joint United Nations and World Bank Group High-level Panel on Water will provide the leadership required to tackle these challenges and champion a comprehensive, inclusive and collaborative way of developing and managing water resources, and providing improved access to clean water and sanitation.

The High Level Panel on Water will be co-chaired by President Ameenah Gurib of Mauritius and President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico. Among other actions, it will seek to:

• Motivate effective Action – Focusing public policy dialogue, private sector models and practices, and civil society initiatives towards the Water SDG; and

• Advocate on financing and implementation - Promoting efforts to mobilize financial resources and scale-up investment for the Water SDG, including through innovative financing and implementation strategies.

The Members of the High-level Panel on Water are expected to rally concrete action on SDG6 and its related targets at national, regional and global levels, as well as leading by example, in close collaboration with partners and networks including civil society and the private sector.

The Panel members, who will serve for two years, include: H.E. Ms. Ameenah Gurib, President of Mauritius (Co-Chair) H.E. Mr. Enrique Peña Nieto, President of Mexico (Co-Chair) H.E. Mr. Malcolm Turnbull, Prime Minister of Australia H.E. Ms. Sheikh Hasina, Prime Minister of Bangladesh H.E. Mr. János Áder, President of Hungary H.E. Mr. Abdullah Ensour, Prime Minister of Jordan H.E. Mr. Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands H.E. Mr. Jacob Zuma, President of South Africa H.E. Mr. Macky Sall, President of Senegal H.E. Mr. Emomali Rahmon, President of Tajikistan

April 21, 2016 News Source: World Bank Group and United Nations

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SPOTLIGHT :REINVENTING THE WHEEL

Special Advisors Dr. Han Seung-soo, Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea Mr. Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Minister of State for the Environment, Peru

What some of the Members of the High Level Panel on Water Have to Say

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of Australia:I welcome the opportunity to join the United Nations/World Bank Group High Level Panel on Water. Countries around the world are facing critical choices on how to allocate water across society, the economy and the environment in the face of the profound impacts of climate change. Australia will make a substantial contribution to the Panel, drawing on our experience and innovative approach to managing scarce water supplies, and the assistance we have given to other countries facing growing uncertainty about supplies of fresh water.

President János Áder of Hungary:Water is the most critical natural resource of the 21st century. Our development, the well-being, food, health and peace of our children will depend on how quickly we shift for a sustainable pathway of managing our water resources. We see the goals, but the road of transformation still needs to be charted. We are racing against the time but also against the consequences of our habits and earlier practices.

Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands:Water is life, and we must value our water right, like we learned and practice in the Netherlands in an inclusive, comprehensive and collaborative way to tackle the complex water crises of too much, too little and polluted water effectively, efficient and with real added value for all.

President Macky Sall of Senegal:We are aware that Financing and Hydrodiplomacy are two major issues with increasingly growing interest in the framework of the SDGs roadfile. Hence, we would be very delighted to see these questions be raised as big priorities since Senegal is supporting a Blue Fund Initiative and has also capitalized a lot of experience in water cooperation, peace and transboundary water resources management.

President Jacob Zuma of South Africa:We have a single opportunity to change the narrative of water into one that pursues a positive economic and social developmental path in a sustainable and equitable manner for all of humanity and the world.

Dr. Han Seung-soo, Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea (Special Advisor):Comprehensive solution to diverse water problems such as vicious cycle of water and poverty, transboundary water conflict, and mega water-related disasters is the top political issue in this century. The Panel is determined to help countries jump-start their actions to solve the problems towards achievement of SDG6 and other targets related to water.

Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Minister of State for the Environment, Peru:Considering the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals, the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction during 2015, the High Level Panel on Water sets up an opportunity to include climate change within the water debate, and especially around the SDGs. Water should be central to climate and development debate.

When Cynthia Koenig, from New York, realized that one in six people lack reliable access to water she wanted to do something about it.

Her solution was a 50 litre drum that can be pushed or pulled and takes away much of the burden of carrying water on the head, which is the traditional method women use in many parts of the world.

WaterWheel is an innovative water delivery system that provides a way for people to transport large amounts of drinking water with much less effort. Rather than lugging heavy containers by hand, users push the WaterWheel’s 50 liter barrel in front of them using a convenient handle. The device was designed through an immersive, human-centered design process involving target users and experts in the field. The result is a robust, adaptable system that makes it easier for people, especially women and children, to convey needed water cleanly and efficiently, even over rough terrain.

The WaterWheel is designed to deliver more than water. By giving people easier access to potable water the device frees up valuable time, removes barriers that prevent children from going to school and empowers women to engage in more productive activities. The WaterWheel is also a potential income-generating tool for its target users, giving them a way to help lift their families out of poverty.

Sources : MaxIMPACT Blog and other Sources

The Wello WaterWheel

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N e w s S n i p p e t s

Ranhill awarded RM15.9m dealby Air Kelantan18 August 2016 [email protected]

PETALING JAYA: Ranhill Holdings Bhd’s subsidiary Ranhill Water Services Sdn Bhd (RWS) has been awarded a RM15.9 million contract for non-revenue water (NRW) services by Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd.

The 12-month contract is for servicing the areas of Kota Bharu Utara, Kota Bharu Timur, Kota Bahru Selatan, Bachok, Pasir Mas, Tumpat and Tanah Merah. The project, scheduled to start late this month, will cover about 70% of total pipe connections in Kelantan and reduce NRW by 5.8% from the baseline of 47%, currently.

Since 2013, RWS has managed to reduce the state’s NRW level from 56% to 47% or a saving of 40 million litres per day (MLD). This can be translated to RM17.3 million savings per year for the state’s water operator. As a result of this new contract, RWS can expect additional savings of RM12 million per year for the state.”

To date, RWS has managed to save more than 450 MLD from all its NRW projects, which include Kedah, Malacca, Terengganu, Kelantan and Johor; enough to supply to more than 500,000 households every day.

RM180m water project launched8 August 2016 Adrian Phung [email protected]

SEMENYIH: The Semenyih 2 Water Treatment Plant costing RM180 million will be able to supply 100 million litres of treated water a day to some 100,000 consumers once it is fully operational.

Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said the construction of the plant is one of the measures undertaken to increase raw water supply in the state pending the construction of the Langat 2 water treatment plant which is expected to be completed by 2019 instead of 2017.

“The construction of this treatment plant is very significant as it would ensure sufficient supply of raw water and treated water to meet the demand for good quality water,” he said at the ground-breaking ceremony of the plant today.

Azmin also said the Labohan Dagang water treatment plant in Kuala Langat would be able to provide 400 million litres of water a day once it is fully operational in 2018.

“It is a daunting task to provide sufficient treated water in Selangor due to the growing population in both the Klang Valley and Selangor.

“To ensure there is adequate supply of treated water, the state government has to undertake the drastic step of allocating some RM800 million through the state’s Budget 2016 to develop new water resources.

“It is through this continuous effort that we hope to increase the reserve water supply to 15% as the current reserve stands at 4%,” he said.

Developer fined for failing to maintain sewage system KUALA LUMPUR: 15 August Bernama

A developer was fined RM10,000 in default three months’ imprisonment by the Selayang Magistrate’s Court here today for failing to operate and maintain a private sewage system three years ago.

Magistrate Iriane Isabelo handed down the sentence on Kepong Industrial Park (KIP) Sdn Bhd after the company’s project development manager Jason Chong pleaded guilty to the charge.

KIP Sdn Bhd was charged with failing to operate and maintain the private sewage pump system connected to six units of three-storey shop lots at Lot 2840, Taman Perindustrian Kepong, Bandar Kepong here on Aug 20, 2013.

The charge under Section 65(1)(b) of Water Services Industry Act 2006 is punishable under Section 65 (3) of the same Act which provides for a maximum fine of RM50,000.

According to the facts of the case, the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) had received a complaint from Indah Water Konsortium on the malfunction of the sewage pump station which had resulted in blockage to the sewage flow and emission of bad odour.

Selangor water assets revamp to miss deadline4 August 2016 Lee Weng Khuen [email protected]

PETALING JAYA: Analysts don’t see the long-drawn-out Selangor water assets restructuring concluding in October, despite assurances given by Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor).

Gamuda Bhd is expected to continue to defend its stance that Syarikat Pengeluar Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Splash) be valued at RM3 billion, and analysts are less optimistic about ongoing negotiations for the takeover of Splash by Air Selangor.

“I think the water issue will continue to drag for some time, it’s difficult to see a good solution,” an analyst who declined to be quoted told SunBiz.

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At RM250.6 million, the offer price for Splash would result in a divestment loss of RM920 million for Gamuda, which owns a 40% stake in Splash.

Another analyst said the valuation requested by Gamuda is benchmarked against the other three water assets, therefore it is justifiable.

He, however, opined that while the government could be willing to increase the offer price, he doubts the quantum of increase would be favourable, given the wide gap between the offer price and the expected price.

“How significant (would the) price increase (need to be) that can satisfy Gamuda?” he asked.

Gamuda did not respond to a request for comment.

Kumpulan Perangsang Selangor Bhd (KPS) has agreed to the offer for its 30% stake in Splash. The Sweet Water Alliance Sdn Bhd, controlled by businessman Tan Sri Wan Azmi Wan Hamzah, has rejected the offer for its 30% interest in Splash. It is not known if he has changed his mind since.

The one-year grace period for the renegotiation of the master agreement between the Selangor government and the water concessionaires will end on Oct 7.

Splash is the last pending water asset under the Selangor water restructuring exercise. Puncak Niaga Sdn Bhd (PNSB), Syarikat Bekalan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Syabas) and Konsortium Abbas Sdn Bhd (Abbas) sold their water assets for RM2.47 billion, RM3.11 billion and RM990 million, respectively.

Even though the deadlock is expected to continue, an analyst said it is unlikely to cause the invocation of Section 114 of the Water Services Industry Act, which allows for the compulsory acquisition of the asset.

“They (the government) want an amicable solution. So they might increase the offer price and in case they maintain the price, they may set a favourable condition for Gamuda,” he opined.

Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Maximus Ongkili, however, has not taken the invocation of the Act off the table, having previously said it is an option to resolve issues with Splash by Oct 7.

Makmur Hidro to build 30MW mini hydro project in Pahang10 August 2016 Lee Weng Khuen [email protected]

KUALA LUMPUR: A 30MW mini hydro project will be built in Maran, Pahang for an estimated RM350 million.

Makmur Hidro Sdn Bhd today signed an agreement with Touch Meccanica Sdn Bhd for this first-of-its-kind renewable energy collaboration in Malaysia.

The project, which is 55% and 45% owned by Makmur Hidro and Touch Meccanica respectively, is slated for completion in early 2020.

“The uniqueness of this renewable energy initiatives is that it will utilise the calm waters of the Pahang River as an alternative source to generate electricity,” said Makmur Hidro chairman Tan Sri Datuk Setia Mohd Anwar Mohd Nor said at the signing ceremony.

Makmur Hidro is involved in renewable energy business activities including the development, operation and maintenance of hydropower.

Langat 2 water treatment plant to be completed in Oct 201719 July 2016 - Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: The Langat 2 water treatment plant project is expected to be completed in October 2017, said Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB), chief executive officer Datuk Ahmad Faizal Abdul Rahman.

He said the project managed by PAAB is now 50 per cent complete and the installation of 42km of pipeline is expected be carried out on time.

Ahmad Faizal said various public development projects in Selangor will also be continued when the Langat 2 project is completed.

“Before this, many new government projects had to be halted because the Syarikat Bekalan Air Selangor (Syabas) couldn’t supply water to the area,” he said.

Puncak Niaga to sell Luwei Co, exit China market14 July 2016 [email protected]

PETALING JAYA: Puncak Niaga Holdings Bhd is planning to exit the China market by disposing of its loss-making water treatment unit held by its 98.65% subsidiary, Sino Water Pte Ltd.

In a stock exchange filing, Puncak Niaga said Sino Water yesterday entered into a framework agreement (FA) with the Lushan County People’s Government to dispose of its entire stake in Luwei Co Ltd to a state-owned enterprise.

The Lushan Government will identify one of its state-owned enterprises to acquire the entire stake in Luwei.

Sino Water holds a 93.81% stake in Luwei, a water treatment and distribution company, while the remaining 6.19% stake is held by Environmental Holding Pte Ltd.

Puncak Niaga entered the China market in mid-2008 via Sino Water, which focuses primarily on potential markets there.

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RAPID still viable, says Johor MB18 July 2016 - Low Sock Ken [email protected]

KOTA TINGGI: Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that with the operation of the Seluyut dam, the state government has confidence to carry out the RAPID (Refinery and Petrochemical Integrated Development) project in Pengerang.

For the skeptics, the completion of the dam is proof that the government is committed to the project, added Mohamed Khaled who launched the dam’s operation ceremony at the PAMER (Project Air Mentah RAPID) site near here today.

The dam costs costs RM1 billion to construct and is the largest raw water transfer plant in Malaysia.

Seluyut damp is one of the PAMER projects and can currently provide 260 million litres per day (mld) of raw water. Besides supplying the PIC (Pengerang Integrated Complex), 30mld of raw water is being channelled to the Sungai Lebam reservoir which serves the Pengerang community.

Khaled Nordin said the Johor Water Regulatory Body (Bakaj) has just got approval from the federal authority, the National Water Services Commission (SPAN), for the dam to channel some water to Layang dam in Pasir Gudang in the near future.

Layang dam serves about 40,000 account users in the area.

New water management system to optimise water distribution15 June 2016 — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is developing the National Water Balance Management System (Nawabs) to optimise water distribution during prolonged droughts in future.

Deputy Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Hamim Samuri said the system, when completed, will be implemented in six major rivers in the country.

They are the Muda, Kedah, Bernam, Klang, Malacca and Kelantan rivers, he told the Dewan Negara today.

He said his ministry will table the Water Resources Bill, among others, in future to protect water catchment areas from threats such as development and logging.

He was replying to a question by Senator Abdul Shukor Mohd Sultan who asked what were the ministry’s efforts to rehabilitate dams that are in critical condition following the El Nino dry spell.

Distilled water kiosk operators must apply for new water account10 June 2016 - Toh Chen Ying [email protected]

KUALA LUMPUR: Distilled water kiosk operators must now apply for a new water supply account and install separate individual water meters, Selangor Water Supply Company (Syabas) said in a statement today.

It stated that under a new ruling by the National Water Services Commission (SPAN), the operators have to do so for each water kiosk as they are not allowed to connect the kiosk to an existing premise’s water account.

It urged them to register for the account for each kiosk to avoid any inconvenience.

The operators can apply for the account through Syabas’ online customer service portal, with the applicants only needing to complete and trasmit the details online.

SYABAS said it is an offence under the Water Services Industry Act (WSIA) 2006 if they fail to comply with the rule and warned that failure to do so will result either in termination of the water supply to the kiosk or taking appropriate action against the operator.

SAJ plans RM900mil capex JOHOR BARU: Thursday, 1 September 2016

SAJ Holdings Sdn Bhd, is planning to obtain an allocation of RM900mil in capital expenditure (capex) from Pengurusan Aset Air Bhd (PAAB) for its fourth operating period (OP4) which would commence in January 2018.

Chief executive officer Abdul Wahab Abdul Hamid said the amount was about the same as the capex allocation approved for the current operating period (OP3) which started Jan 1, 2015 until December 2017.

Under the rule set by the National Water Service Commission (Span), all water operators have to submit their business plan a year in advance of its next operating period. SAJ is the midst of preparing the plan now, he said.

The asset project would be implemented by PAAB, under the purview of the Finance Ministry, and would be handed over to the water operator, on lease, when it is completed, he said. “Basically, the capex allocation will be spent for new treatment plants, new pipeline, replacement of old pipeline and meters,” Abdul Wahab told reporters on a media familiarisation trip to SAJ organised by Ranhill Holdings Bhd, on Tuesday.

He said the new treatment plants would usually use the biggest chunk of the capex while the pipeline expenditure would cost around RM60mil a year.Abdul Wahab said as for OP3, which would end in 2017, SAJ had already implemented projects worth about RM200mil while the balance would be carried into the next operating period.

“To put new assets in place usually would take time as it has to go through various designing stage, as well as, challenges like land acquisition.

“However, this would not cause water supply distruption as SAJ still has spare capacity in average of 15%, “ he said.

Abdul Wahab said the development plan for water capacity in the state would be in line with the population growth which is about three per cent per annum.

SAJ was previously allocated RM580mil in the first operating period which started from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012, another RM290mil in the second period (from July 1, 2012 to Dec 31, 2014) and RM900mil in the third period (Jan 1, 2015 to Dec 31, 2017).


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Consumer Awareness On Paying IWK Bills Still Low KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama)

Consumer awareness on paying Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK) bills is still low, said IWK Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Kadir Mohd Din.

However, Abdul Kadir said IWK would send errant consumers reminders before resorting to court action.

“Other utility companies may cut off their water and electricity supply if the consumer fails to pay their bills within a stipulated period while the local authorities would confiscate their homes if the assessment charges are not paid up.

“In the case of IWK, a reminder notice would be sent before court action is taken, but most cases are resolved out of court,” he said at a special media briefing on IWK services here today.

Abdul Kadir said errant consumers must realise that their actions would create a problem for IWK to perform its work well.

Fighting Climate Change Demands Stronger Political Will - ExpertKUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 (Bernama)

The future of the global sea level and climate change demands stronger political will to enact change on decisions made on greenhouse emissions, says 2016 Tinker-Muse Prize for Science and Policy on Antarctica recipient, Professor Robert DeConto.

DeConto, a Professor at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, United States, said the decisions made, although critical to fight climate change, were not based entirely on individual judgement.

“Be proactive about being engaged in local politics and national politics to vote or to protest, if that’s what it takes to make sure we actually don’t go down this path of continuing to pollute the atmosphere with greenhouse gases because that’s a dangerous path for us to take,” he told reporters after the award presentation ceremony.

The prize was presented to DeConto by Chair of the Tinker-Muse Prize selection Committee, Peter Barrett, and Tinker Foundation president Renate Rennie, at the 34th Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) Biennial Meetings and Open Science Conference here today.

Themed ‘Antarctica in the Global Earth System: From The Poles to The Tropics’, the conference is being held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from Saturday till Aug 30, with the participation of more than 900 participants from 40 countries.

Professor Robert DeConto was awarded the Tinker-Muse Prize for his outstanding 15 years of work on past and future Antarctic climate and for research integrating geological data with modelling, to reveal likely consequences for future sea level rise from ice sheet melt.

“I study the ice sheet and how it has changed in the past and what it might do in the future. Any changes in the ice sheet means that ice could be going into the ocean and when ice goes into the ocean, it melts and raise the global sea level.

“It’s a very important global issue and potentially, will be a problem in the future with increase in green house gas emissions and global warming. So, we are concerned about the future of Antarctica because if it melts, it will have an impact on coastal cities and low land nations,” he said.

Explaining further on his concern, DeConto was worried about the warm ocean waters and the continuous uploading of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere that could lead to sufficient warmth in the air above the ice sheet, to start to melt it from the top down.

“And, having a lot of melt water on top of the big ice sheet can potentially influence its dynamics and its flow out into the ocean. So, we are very worried about both ocean warming and air warming. You can think of it as being attacked from both below and above,” he said.

Organised by the science, technology and innovation ministry, Malaysia is the first Asian country to host the SCAR Biennial Meetings and Open Science Conference.

New dam for Mersing to solve water supply issueJOHOR BARU: 31 August 2016 - Bernama

The federal government will build a new dam in Mersing as a long-term measure to solve the water supply issue in the area.

According to Syarikat Air Johor Holdings Sdn Bhd (SAJ) chief executive officer Abdul Wahab Abdul Hamid, it was understood that the government had appointed a consulting firm to conduct a feasibility study on the proposed new dam.

The appointment was made through the Energy, Green Technology and Water Ministry.

“If the study conducted under the 11th Malaysia Plan yields good result, we will be having two dams in Mersing, including the existing Congok Dam,” he told reporters, here, today.

He said the current capacity of Congok Dam was only one million cubic metres of water, but the federal government planned to double the capacity and the tender process for this might be made within a month or two from now.

Abdul Wahab said the move was timely as SAJ was currently channelling five million litres of water daily to 11,000 consumers.He said at the state government level, the Johor Water Monitoring Body (Bakaj) was prepared to implement the scheme of transferring water from Sungai Lenggor, Jemaluang in Mersing to Congok Dam.SAJ, he said, had conducted studies to identify suitable rivers as sources for the water transfer scheme.

“Sungai Lenggor is found to be a suitable source while the other rivers are not very suitable in terms of quality,” he added.


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Positions: ( ) Full Page Outside Back Cover( ) Full Page Inside Front Cover( ) Full Page Inside Back Cover( ) Full Page ROP( ) Half Page ROP

We enclose herewith the advertising materials: ( ) PDF Files( ) Colour Proof Note: Please include a sample of the advertisement(hardcopy) for our reference.

Payment Details: We enclose herewith our cheque ____________________________dated ____________________________________ for the amount ofRM____________________________________________ in favour of“ T H E M A L AY S I A N W AT E R A S S O C I AT I O N ” ,Account No.: 277-0001-3651 (Hong Leong Bank Berhad)

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Inquiries / Contact Person: MS. RUBBY MAHMODTEL: 03 6201 2250 / 6201 9521 FAX: 03 6201 5801 E-MAIL: [email protected]

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