Potable water production is expected to increase to 14 million gallons daily before the end of 2026 as efforts continue to address longstanding supply challenges across the country.
The announcement came during Tuesday’s Throne Speech delivered by Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams, who highlighted ongoing investments in reverse osmosis infrastructure and water distribution upgrades.
According to the Government, daily water production has already increased from 3.5 million gallons in 2014 to approximately 11 million gallons through the addition of four reverse osmosis plants.
Despite improvements in production capacity, officials acknowledged that delivery remains problematic in several communities due to aging underground pipelines that frequently leak or burst under increased pressure.
The Government warned that replacing the outdated infrastructure will require extensive excavation works in roads and streets throughout St. John’s and surrounding villages, leading to temporary disruptions for residents and motorists.
Public Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas was commended in the speech for overseeing the country’s expanding water infrastructure programme amid ongoing drought conditions and increasing demand from homes, hotels, businesses, farms and the tourism sector.
Officials appealed for public patience as rehabilitation works continue across the island.
