Maynilad Water Services Inc., the West Zone concessionaire, is projecting a stronger business performance in 2025, driven by continued expansion and favorable weather conditions under La Niña.
In an upbeat forecast, Ramoncito Fernandez, president of Maynilad, said the company expects a “much better” year, with sustained demand for water and positive impacts from ongoing projects. “The economy is still growing, and water demand will continue to rise,” he said, citing La Niña as a key factor in improving the company’s water supply outlook.
Maynilad is pressing forward with its medium-term capital expenditure plan of P160 billion, with approximately P30 billion expected to be spent this year. A significant portion of this budget, about 30 percent, will be directed toward expanding wastewater treatment facilities. This is part of a broader strategy to bolster water infrastructure and improve service delivery.
One of the company’s major upcoming projects is a P30 billion initiative in Rizal, which will include the construction of a water treatment plant in Teresa and extensive pipe laying to connect the upcoming Kaliwa Dam to the broader Maynilad network. Randolph Estrellado, Maynilad chief operating officer, emphasized the importance of completing these infrastructure projects ahead of the Kaliwa Dam’s expected 2028-2029 completion.
“The completion of these projects is critical for us to ensure smooth integration with the Kaliwa Dam, which will provide 600 million liters of water per day,” Estrellado said. “We’re aiming to finish the bulk of the pipeline and treatment plant construction well before the dam comes online, which will require careful coordination and timely completion.”
As part of its ongoing commitment, Maynilad has already acquired the land for the Teresa Water Treatment Plant and has awarded contracts for key sections of the pipeline in Rizal. Despite potential challenges, particularly in securing permits, Estrellado expressed confidence in meeting project timelines.
The P12.2 billion Kaliwa Dam is set to become a crucial part of Metro Manila’s long-term water supply strategy, addressing growing demand and supporting Maynilad’s ongoing expansion. In total, Maynilad’s infrastructure projects represent a significant portion of its P26 billion concession agreement investments.
With La Niña improving water availability and its capital projects progressing, Maynilad is well-positioned to drive growth and enhance service reliability in 2025 and beyond.
