VA Tech WABAG has announced securing a consortium award for a 'Large' order to construct a 19 Million Litres Per Day wastewater treatment plant in Georgia. The project, funded by the European Investment Bank and valued between ₹250-600 crores, marks the company's strategic entry into the CIS region and strengthens its global presence in water technology solutions.

Project Overview and Scope

The contract has been awarded by United Water Supply Company of Georgia LLC for the development of a state-of-the-art wastewater and sludge treatment facility in Kutaisi, Georgia's third-largest city. The 19 MLD WWTP is strategically designed for future expansion up to a capacity of 56 MLD, demonstrating long-term scalability.

Technical Specifications and Features

The Engineering, Procurement & Construction scope encompasses comprehensive plant development including demolition of the existing facility, construction of the new WWTP, and installation of an effluent pipeline to the river. As the consortium leader, WABAG will undertake complete project execution from design to commissioning.

The plant incorporates advanced technological features:

• Advanced mechanical and biological treatment with nutrient removal based on activated sludge process
• Final sedimentation and UV disinfection systems
• Sludge treatment facilities with solar sludge drying systems
• Odour control systems and associated pumping infrastructure
• Comprehensive training programs for client personnel

Project Timeline and Execution

WABAG's responsibilities extend beyond construction to include supervision of Operation & Maintenance for 12 months, ensuring seamless project handover and operational efficiency.

Strategic Market Entry

This project represents WABAG's inaugural entry into the CIS region and Georgian market, expanding the company's international footprint. The order falls within the 'Large' category for international projects, defined as orders ranging between USD 30-75 Million.

Mr. Mahmut Gedek, Chief Executive Officer - Europe Cluster, commented on the development: "We are proud to secure the Kutaisi WWTP contract, marking WABAG's entry into Georgia, and we thank our customer for their trust. Leveraging our experience, we have delivered a technically robust and commercially competitive solution ensuring safe discharge into the River Rioni, and sustainable sludge management."

Environmental and Social Impact

The project is designed to deliver significant environmental benefits through safe discharge into the River Rioni and sustainable sludge management practices. The advanced treatment systems will provide lasting environmental, health, and social benefits to Kutaisi residents, aligning with sustainable development objectives and modern wastewater treatment standards.

VA Tech Wabag Limited has completed the allotment of 8,087 equity shares to eligible employees under its employee stock option scheme. The Board of Directors approved this allotment through a circular resolution dated March 18, 2026, at 2:49 PM IST, under the "WABAG Centenary Stock Option Scheme 2023".

Share Allotment Details

The allotment represents the exercise of stock options by eligible grantees under the company's centenary stock option scheme. Each equity share carries a face value of INR 2.

Impact on Share Capital

Following this allotment, the company's capital structure has been updated with increased paid-up equity share capital.

Regulatory Compliance

The allotment was conducted in compliance with SEBI regulations, specifically under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company has filed the necessary disclosures as required under Regulation 10(c) and part E of Schedule I of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021.

Share Characteristics

The newly allotted equity shares will rank pari passu with the existing equity shares of the company, carrying identical rights and privileges. The shares have been assigned distinctive numbers from 62301509 to 62309595 and will be issued in demat form under ISIN number INE956G01038.

The company secretary and compliance officer, Anup Kumar Samal, signed the regulatory filings and intimation letters to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited, where the company's shares are listed.