VA Tech WABAG has secured a major engineering and procurement order for the expansion of Vienna Water Works (Wiener Wasser) in Austria, reinforcing its presence in the European water infrastructure market. The contract involves the upgrade and expansion of one of Vienna’s key drinking water treatment facilities to meet the city’s growing long-term water demand.
The project has been awarded by Wiener Wasser, the municipal authority responsible for Vienna’s drinking water supply. Under the contract, WABAG will undertake the engineering and procurement of advanced water treatment systems for the expansion of the facility, incorporating modern technologies to improve treatment efficiency, operational reliability, and long-term sustainability. The order further strengthens the company’s portfolio in the municipal water treatment segment across Europe.
The expansion is part of Vienna’s broader strategy to modernise its water infrastructure and ensure a resilient and secure drinking water supply for its growing population. Once completed, the upgraded facility will enhance treatment capacity while maintaining the city’s stringent water quality standards and improving operational efficiency.
Commenting on the development, WABAG said the order highlights the company’s strong technological capabilities and engineering expertise in delivering complex drinking water treatment projects globally. The project also underscores the increasing investment in sustainable urban water infrastructure across Europe, driven by rising demand, climate resilience requirements, and the need to modernise ageing water networks.
The latest contract adds to WABAG’s growing international order book and reinforces its position as a leading global water technology company. The company continues to expand its footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa by providing advanced solutions for drinking water treatment, wastewater management, desalination, and water reuse, supporting sustainable water security for cities and industries worldwide.
