Manuel Miranda emphasizes that the infrastructure will prevent spills, enhance the reuse of treated water, and strengthen the hydraulic system
Manuel Miranda, the Minister of Territorial Policy, Territorial Cohesion, and Water for the Government of the Canary Islands, recently visited the construction site of a new laminator tank linked to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (EDAR) in Puerto del Rosario. This pivotal infrastructure aims to enhance the sanitation and purification processes in the capital of Fuerteventura, with its completion expected before the upcoming summer.
During the visit, accompanied by the municipality’s mayor, David de Vera, and the Municipal Services Councillor, David de León, Miranda highlighted the significance of the project, valued at approximately 1.5 million euros. He stated that this facility will help regulate the flow of wastewater entering the treatment plant, prevent spill occurrences when the plant reaches its capacity, and optimize the use of recycled water for reuse.
Miranda underscored that continuous oversight of the project stems from its anticipated impact on both Puerto del Rosario and the wider region of Fuerteventura. The structure will bolster the security and efficiency of the island’s hydraulic system, an essential aspect given the island’s sensitivity to water management.
The construction of the laminator tank, spearheaded by the Directorate General of Water of the Government of the Canary Islands, marks the culmination of two substantial regulatory reservoirs and their corresponding treatment and control facilities. This initiative will not only enhance the day-to-day operations of the wastewater treatment plant but also prepare the system for an anticipated increase in capacity due to an upcoming expansion of the facility.
In this context, Miranda reminded attendees that the Government of the Canary Islands has recently initiated the bidding process for the expansion of the Puerto del Rosario wastewater treatment plant. This complementary project will modernize and increase the facility’s treatment capacity to a remarkable 6,000 cubic meters per day.
“The government’s priority is to continue advancing essential hydraulic infrastructures that guarantee adequate water treatment, promote reuse, and adequately meet the current and future needs of Fuerteventura,” the minister affirmed.
Miranda also emphasized the ongoing collaboration between the regional government, the Cabildo of Fuerteventura, the Island Water Council, and the Municipality of Puerto del Rosario, which has been crucial in unlocking and accelerating these prioritized initiatives for the island.
On his part, David de Vera, the mayor of Puerto del Rosario, noted that “a few months ago we announced that this laminator tank was a critical step in modernizing the municipality’s sanitation network. Today, we can confirm that the works are nearing completion, with the final touches being applied, including perimeter landscaping and the installation of pumping, aeration, and screening equipment.”
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De Vera also pointed out that “in no time, Puerto del Rosario will have a key infrastructure that guarantees a more efficient and responsible water management system, in line with the urban growth we are currently experiencing.”
Municipal Services Councillor David de León explained that “when we talked about optimizing the EDAR’s functionality and minimizing unwanted spills, this was not a promise for the future: it is already a reality in progress.”
He further elaborated that “we are currently finalizing the pumping station that will propel the laminated waters from the tank to the treatment plant, as well as the relief and drainage systems. This infrastructure, which receives raw water from multiple pumping stations, will facilitate gradual flow regulation, preventing overloads and directly improving the environmental quality of the municipality.”
De León added that “the final phase, the perimeter landscaping, will provide the finishing touches to a project that positively impacts the quality of life for all citizens.”
