VA Tech Wabag Introduces USD 272 Million Saudi Arabian Mega Desalination Plant Order
The Saudi Water Authority (SWA) has awarded Chennai-based multinational VA Tech Wabag a prestigious USD 272 million (roughly ₹2,332 crore) order for a massive desalination plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone for the country’s water technology industry. This Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) contract was announced on July 24, 2025, and it covers the design, engineering, supply, construction, and commissioning of a 300 million liters per day (MLD) sea water reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant. Wabag’s global leadership in sustainable water solutions is reaffirmed by this noteworthy victory, which also highlights India’s expanding influence in global infrastructure projects and is in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Present-day desalination technologies, such as Dual Media Filters, a two-pass Reverse Osmosis process, and re-mineralization, will be used in this greenfield project, which is situated close to Yanbu al-Bahr on Saudi Arabia’s west coast, to create potable water that satisfies the Kingdom’s exacting environmental regulations. The plant, which is expected to be completed within 30 months of the effective date, subject to a formal contract signing, will improve water security for millions of people in the area and solve the serious problem of water scarcity in arid coastal regions. Wabag’s demonstrated experience—it has constructed more than 60 desalination plants in 17 countries since 1995—was crucial in obtaining this order. This is the company’s second successful bid for the project; the first was canceled in December 2024 because of internal administrative processes at the SWA.
Wabag’s four-decade presence in Saudi Arabia has been further cemented with this milestone, which comes after its earlier success in 2025, which included an order for a 200 MLD sewage treatment plant in Riyadh worth USD 371 million. On July 24, 2025, the company’s shares jumped more than 2%, reaching ₹1,638 by 9:15 AM on the BSE, demonstrating investor confidence in its strong order book and ability to compete globally. “This prestigious project underscores our technical competence and deep-rooted capabilities in executing complex desalination projects, contributing to Saudi Vision 2030’s ambitious goals,” said Rohan Mittal, Head of Strategy and Business Growth for GCC at Wabag, who expressed pride in the repeat victory.
Beyond its financial value, the project is significant because it supports Saudi Arabia’s goal of improving water sustainability through cutting-edge infrastructure. This 300 MLD facility is an essential part of the SWA’s (formerly the Saline Water Conversion Corporation) network, which oversees more than 40 desalination plants that produce 11 million cubic meters per day. This order places businesses like Wabag in a position to play a significant role in tackling the world’s water problems, demonstrating the success of India’s drive for international manufacturing and service exports. Wabag’s experience in environmentally friendly, energy-efficient desalination provides a model for sustainable development as water scarcity becomes a major global concern.
This development indicates that India’s water technology sector has strong growth prospects for businesses, investors, and policymakers. As Wabag works through contract procedures and project execution, stakeholders are encouraged to keep an eye on the company’s progress. Updates can be found via the company’s official channels or stock exchange filings. VA Tech Wabag’s most recent success serves as a beacon of innovation and opportunity as India expands its global presence.
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