The Iloilo Bulk Water Supply Project, a proposed public-private partnership between the Aboitiz Group’s infrastructure arm, Aboitiz InfraCapital, and the Iloilo City government, aims to provide a reliable water supply to the city.
Aboitiz InfraCapital said the unsolicited proposal, with a projected investment of about P5 billion is designed to treat and deliver up to 86 million liters per day of bulk water to multiple distribution companies.
This would allow several operators to coexist, improving the resilience of the city’s water infrastructure, it said.
“The Iloilo Bulk Water Supply Project is designed with the consumer at its core,” said Cosette Canilao, president and chief executive of Aboitiz InfraCapital.
“By complementing existing and future players and infrastructure, it ensures that every Ilonggo has access to safe, reliable, and sustainable water,” she said.
The project would divert water from a raw source to a treatment facility before distributing it to off-takers. This multi-off-taker model is intended to ensure a consistent supply even during disruptions and to foster collaboration among water providers.
As an unsolicited proposal, the project is subject to a competitive selection process to ensure public interest is at the forefront.
Canilao said that by separating bulk water supply from distribution, the project allows specialized providers to focus on their areas of expertise, which can improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
Aboitiz InfraCapital said it continues to work with stakeholders to optimize production costs and ensure fair rates to support Iloilo City’s long-term growth.
