Metro Pacific Water prepares takeover of San Jose del Monte system after PrimeWater exit

METRO PACIFIC WATER is preparing to assume interim operations of San Jose del Monte’s water system in Bulacan as it works with the city government to assess infrastructure gaps and outline longer-term investment needs following the exit of PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp., according to a report by BusinessWorld.

The transition follows PrimeWater’s decision to exit the concession, prompting the city to seek a new operator. Metro Pacific Water, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corp., will handle day-to-day operations while a long-term plan is developed.

The company said it will conduct a detailed evaluation of the existing network to prioritize repairs, reduce non-revenue water, and improve service reliability. Investment requirements for system upgrades and expansion will be determined in coordination with the city government.