APUA Secures Cabinet Approval for $5M Water Infrastructure Overhaul in St. John's
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) has launched a $5 million water infrastructure overhaul in St. John's, following Cabinet approval. The project focuses on replacing old cast-iron pipelines to improve water flow and reduce service interruptions.
The government has committed $4 million initially, with a potential additional $1 million based on future assessments. The first phase targets the area between Independence Avenue and Market Street, using high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and a gravity-fed system from the Grays Hill tank. The project also includes expanding a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for better monitoring and leak detection, alongside potential trenchless insulation technology for pipe installation.
