AIR SELANGOR JOINS GLOBAL ELITE IN WATER MANAGEMENT

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) has made history as the first Malaysian water service provider to be inducted into the prestigious Leading Utilities of the World (LUOW) network.

The recognition came during the Global Water Summit 2025, held over three days in Paris, which brought together global leaders, policymakers, and water industry experts to address pressing challenges and promote sustainable water management.

In a statement today, Air Selangor said the summit served as a platform for exchanging insights and fostering innovation in the sector.

The company’s growing international presence was further bolstered by the shortlisting of its Digital Twin Project at the Semenyih 2 Water Treatment Plant (WTP) for the Water Project of the Year category at the 2025 Global Water Awards, hosted by Global Water Intelligence (GWI).

“These annual awards, presented during the Global Water Summit, celebrate excellence and innovation in the global water industry, with a focus on projects that enhance sustainability and operational efficiency,” the statement read.

It said the shortlisted Digital Twin Project has demonstrated the impactful use of advanced technology in water treatment operations. By integrating real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and automated controls, the plant can operate with minimal human intervention from start to finish.

With an average daily output of 100 million litres and a targeted efficiency boost of up to 20 per cent, the project sets a new benchmark for reliability and performance in water treatment systems.

Air Selangor’s project stands alongside globally recognised initiatives, including the Anabu Modular WTP in the Philippines, the O Casal WTP in Spain, and the Yiwu No. 3 WTP Expansion Project in China.

Commenting on the recognition, Air Selangor chief executive officer Adam Saffian Ghazali said it affirms the company’s commitment to digital transformation in water services and inspires continued innovation across the industry.

“Participation in global platforms like the Global Water Summit allows us to continuously enhance our services through innovative technology and best practices, aligned with our vision of delivering sustainable and resilient water services,” he said.

-- BERNAMA