WABAG lands ₹250-600 cr Bengaluru wastewater order
VA Tech Wabag will build and operate two sewage plants for BWSSB, with a 36-month construction phase and a 7-year O&M period, strengthening its municipal water leadership.
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- WABAG won a large design-build-operate contract from BWSSB for two wastewater plants in Bengaluru.
- The order covers a 100 MLD and 60 MLD STP plus a 25 MLD tertiary plant at Byramangala and Bellandur.
- Plants will feature biogas power and ultrafiltration; O&M period extends to 7 years after 36-month construction.
Why this matters
At 6-15% of annual revenue, this is a material domestic win that adds multi-year revenue visibility. It complements WABAG's recent international orders and reinforces its position in India's municipal wastewater sector.
What we're watching
- Exact order value within the range when disclosed.
- Execution pace given the 36-month timeline and impact on backlog of ₹17,000 cr.
- Follow-on orders from other Indian cities as water infrastructure spending rises.
The full read
VA Tech Wabag just added another multi-year domestic contract to its already-fat order book. BWSSB's Bengaluru wastewater order, valued between ₹250 crore and ₹600 crore, covers construction of three treatment plants and a 7-year operations and maintenance stint. The 36-month build phase will push revenue recognition into FY28 and beyond. At roughly 6-15% of trailing annual revenue, the order is material but doesn't shift the scale much — WABAG's backlog already exceeds ₹17,000 crore. The real signal is steady execution in India's municipal wastewater space, where the company now has a string of wins alongside its growing Gulf and European presence. It won't move the needle alone, but it keeps the compounding story intact.
Questions answered
- What is the exact value of the order?
- The filing classifies it as a 'Large' order with an estimated value between ₹250 crore and ₹600 crore. No precise figure has been disclosed yet.
- How does this order compare to WABAG's recent wins?
- This is a domestic order, whereas recent wins include a >$150M desalination plant in Kuwait and a $30-75M Vienna drinking water plant. The Bengaluru order adds local municipal exposure.
- What is the revenue visibility from this contract?
- The contract includes a 36-month construction period followed by 7 years of operations and maintenance, providing long-term recurring revenue.
- Does this order affect the existing backlog?
- Yes, it adds to the existing backlog of over ₹17,000 crore, contributing to sustained growth without being game-changing on its own.
- What technology will be used in the plants?
- The plants will incorporate biogas-based power generation and ultrafiltration to produce high-quality treated water.
- Has WABAG worked with BWSSB before?
- Yes, WABAG previously executed the first phase of the Bellandur facility, which is part of this new order.
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All notes on WABAG →- 20 Jul 2026 · 6:47 AM IST WABAG lands ₹250-600 cr Bengaluru wastewater order
- 20d ago WABAG lands $30-75m Vienna drinking water plant
- 32d ago WABAG lands >$150M desalination plant in Kuwait, first Gulf entry
- 42d ago Wabag wins first UAE contract with $30-75m Ajman sewage deal
- 56d ago Wabag sees ₹17,200 cr backlog, plans to double maintenance revenue share