Solomon Water advances new Honiara reservoirs, expanding water storage and improving supply reliability
Honiara, Solomon Islands (June 9), 2026—Solomon Water is making positive progress in the construction of three new concrete water reservoirs at Tasahe, Titinge, and Panatina in Honiara.
The construction of new reservoirs is a sub-project of the Urban Water Supply, Sanitation Sector Project (UWSSSP) to improve access to and quality of water supply in Honiara and improve sanitation in urban and peri-urban areas.
The scope of works involves increasing and securing water storage capacity at Tasahe by replacing the old 0.9 ML(Mega Litre) steel tank with a new 3 ML reservoir, constructing a new 3.05 ML reservoir at Titinge, and developing a new 2.5 ML reservoir at Panatina.
Major components of the sub-project have reached a significant milestone with the completion of all structures for each new water reservoirs.
Progress continues at the Tasahe, Titinge, and Panatina Water Tank Reservoir sites as works move into testing, commissioning, and final operational preparations.
The reservoirs have already undergone disinfection processes, with tank filling and leakage testing currently underway. Pipe interconnection works, distribution and yard piping installations, electrical fixture installations, stormwater drainage works, and fencing activities are also progressing across the sites.
Flow meters and monitoring instruments are being installed, while hydro-pressure testing, pipe plumbing, electrical testing, and commissioning activities will continue as part of the final stages of the projects.
Solomon Water Acting Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ray Andresen highlighted that the UWSSSP is a transformative investment for the country.
“This project is not only improving water access for thousands of residents but also strengthening our capacity to deliver sustainable and efficient services into the future,” Mr. Andresen said.
Community engagement remains a key component of the project, ensuring that local residents are informed and involved throughout implementation. Solomon Water continues to work closely with stakeholders to minimize disruptions during construction and maximize long-term benefits.
The UWSSSP is part of Solomon Water’s broader commitment to achieving national development goals and ensuring equitable access to essential services.
Once completed, these reservoirs will reduce water disruption, especially during heavy rains; increase storage capacity, giving several extra hours of supply backup; and support growing urban demand in Honiara.
The project is jointly supported by the Solomon Islands Government, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the World Bank, and the European Union and constructed by the Pacific Engineering Project Ltd
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