A new wastewater pumping station is an important part of the modernisation of Riga’s water infrastructure. It significantly reduces water and energy consumption and improves reliability through automation.
A vital part of Riga's water infrastructure upgrade
The construction of a new wastewater pumping station in Riga, Latvia, began in spring 2021 and was completed in spring 2024. The €13.4 million project replaces an outdated pumping station that had been in operation for 30 years. The upgrade was an essential part of modernisation of the city’s water infrastructure and addresses the limitations of the old system.
Significant resource savings
A key improvement of the new pumping station is its ability to reduce the consumption of resources significantly. To cool its pumps, the old facility consumed 300,000 m³ of water annually, taken from the drinking water network. The new pumping station eliminates the need for water cooling, resulting in considerable water savings.
Energy consumption has also been significantly reduced. According to Riga Water, the new pumping station uses 55% less electricity compared to the old facility, saving approximately 2.5 million kWh. Altogether, the operational costs are reduced by approximately €0.5 million per year.
Automation enhances safety and precision
Automation at the new pumping station plays an important role in improving operational safety and precision. Fully automated processes ensure that the system adjusts to demand in real time, reduce the risk of human errors and increase overall performance and reliability.
The new wastewater pumping station is an important part of the modernisation of Riga’s water infrastructure, preparing the city for future demands. We are proud to have contributed to this innovative project, providing high-quality solutions for long-lasting efficiency.
AVK products supplied for the project
- Resilient seated gate valves DN600-DN1000, actuated by AUMA electrical actuators
- Metal seated gate valves DN1200, actuated by AUMA electrical actuators
- Dismantling joints DN800-DN1000
- Check valves DN600-DN700