El Marsa Desalination Plant Progresses to Secure Water

Sonatrach CEO Nour Eddine Daoudi recently conducted a field visit to the ongoing seawater desalination plant project located in El Marsa municipality, Chlef province. Accompanied by a delegation of the group's executive managers and the Wali of Chlef, Ibrahim Ghamired, Mr. Daoudi reviewed the progress of this strategic facility. This inspection highlights the state's absolute priority on large-scale infrastructure projects aimed at addressing water stress and ensuring national water security.

The El Marsa desalination plant is a key component of the second national complementary program designed to enhance Algeria's water security. Upon completion, the plant is projected to have a daily production capacity of 300,000 cubic meters of desalinated water. This substantial output will significantly bolster the potable water supply for over three million inhabitants across the provinces of Chlef, Ain Defla, Medea, and Tissemsilt, covering a geographical range of 150 to 250 kilometers.

During his visit, Mr. Daoudi received detailed technical explanations regarding the project's various implementation phases. He emphasized the critical need for continuous and rigorous field monitoring, strict adherence to contractual deadlines, and quality assurance. He also called for enhanced coordination and synergy among all participating companies, including Sonatrach subsidiaries the Algerian Water Desalination Company and the National Company for Major Oil Works, to accelerate work and ensure timely delivery. Beyond securing water supply, the project is expected to create employment opportunities during its construction and operational stages, while also fostering the development of national expertise in seawater desalination.