Design, construction, testing and commissioning of a sludge treatment facility in the western part of the New Territories

Location: New Territories, HK

Client: VE-VES (HK) Ltd

Value: Leighton Asia's share is US$583 million and John Holland's share is US$140 million (at 30 June 2012)

Description: 

Leighton Asia, in a joint venture with John Holland and Veolia Water SCL, has secured a role in the design, construction, testing and commissioning of a sludge treatment facility in the western part of the New Territories in Hong Kong. Leighton Asia will deliver vital sludge incineration works in the construction phase.

The facility will be owned by the Hong Kong Government and is critical to the region’s wastewater treatment capacity and, at 2,000 metric tonnes per day, will be the biggest sewage sludge incineration facility ever built. The plant will generate its own energy, being self-sustaining and virtually self-sufficient, and combines proven technologies with leading innovations in receiving and treating dewatered sewage sludge from sewage treatment works.

The facility’s building derives inspiration from the sea and hills of Deep Bay and will provide a distinct landmark along the northwest coast of Hong Kong. Its wave-form structure has been designed by leading French architects Vasconi & Associates and developed by local architect and engineers, P&T.

Also included in the project will be an Environmental Education Centre to foster community education and engagement, along with landscaped gardens and the creation of a habitat for water birds.