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Clean water for 35,000 residents: a new modern water treatment line commissioned in Pervomaisk

On May 8,a new water treatment line was officially inaugurated in the Pervomaisk community. This is not just a repair, but a full upgrade of an outdated system, delivered as part of a broader EU and Nefco programme to restore critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

The project was initiated in response to the critical condition of the old facilities, originally built in 1967. Due to the deterioration of the structures, residents had faced water supply disruptions for years, but as of today, a new wastewater treatment plant with a capacity of 7,000 m³/day provides high-quality water to approximately 35,000 community residents, including 6,650 internally displaced persons.

The project is based on membrane ultrafiltration technology, a modern solution that ensures consistent water treatment regardless of seasonal changes or river conditions. In addition to providing clean water, the facility demonstrates impressive efficiency indicators: electricity consumption has been reduced by 1,230 MWh annually. For the region’s environment, this means a reduction of nearly 475 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year, making the project part of Ukraine’s real green recovery.

The implementation of this project is the result of the coordinated efforts of a large international team. With EU funding and investment support from Nefco, engineering oversight by Egis, and technological solutions provided by the Ukrainian company Ecosoft, the city now has a system that meets stringent European standards. Importantly, the project was realised in close collaboration with the Pervomaisk City Council, which made it possible to stay on schedule and address all the community’s needs, even during challenging times.

“Reliable access to clean drinking water is one of the most essential municipal services, particularly for communities operating under wartime conditions with increased pressure on infrastructure. The success of the project in Pervomaisk demonstrates how targeted investments in critical infrastructure can deliver both immediate and long-term benefits for local residents,” comments Henrik Toremark, Senior Programme Manager at Nefco.

About Egis

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.

Our 23,500 employees operate across over 70 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

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About Egis in Ukraine

Egis has been present in Ukraine since 1993, working with both private clients and on projects financed by international financial institutions as well as the Ukrainian government. The company’s main activities include civil engineering, road, and bridge construction; water supply and drainage; urban transport; ports; rail; energy efficiency, and environmental management. The main office in Kyiv is also a regional hub for the company’s activities in the Caucasus and Central Asia.

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