Arcadis secures two strategic contracts with Sabesp to strengthen water infrastructure for 28 million people in São Paulo.
Arcadis has been selected by Brazilian water and waste management company Sabesp to deliver two major strategic contracts in São Paulo. The projects will focus on enhancing water infrastructure and securing a safe, resilient supply for more than 28 million people across 375 municipalities.
Combining digital tools with world-leading expertise in asset management and deep-water treatment knowledge, Arcadis will be supporting the expansion of Brazil’s largest wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), as well as providing consultancy services for the planning and oversight of Sabesp’s investment in the Universal Water Supply and Sewerage Programme.
This government-led initiative is intended to drive significant investment in the modernisation and expansion of the nation’s water and sanitation infrastructure. With over R$70bn expected in investments, the programme aims to extend essential water and sanitation services to previously underserved communities, including informal settlements and rural areas.
Digital asset management tools will play a critical role, with Arcadis leveraging its Enterprise Decision Analytics (EDA) solution to optimise investment planning and project execution. EDA enables more informed decision-making by analysing complex datasets, identifying trends and assessing risks, ensuring the optimal allocation of resources. This approach enhances efficiency, reduces costs and maximises long-term benefits for public health, environmental sustainability and social development.
The second contract focuses on the expansion of the Barueri WWTP, Brazil’s largest wastewater treatment facility. The expansion will significantly increase treatment capacity, benefiting approximately ten million people. The project will improve operational efficiency, reduce environmental impact and support the long-term sustainability of the region’s sanitation system.
Alan Brookes, CEO of Arcadis, said: “At Arcadis, we have a strong track record of delivering large-scale water infrastructure programmes where digital innovation and technical expertise drive real impact. Water security and public health are global priorities and through our long-standing relationships with water companies like Sabesp, we are committed to delivering safe, resilient and sustainable water solutions. With this latest win, we are bringing together expertise from across our resilience and intelligence business areas to help enhance infrastructure, protect communities and create lasting benefits for millions of people across São Paulo.”
The collaboration with Sabesp strengthens Arcadis’ position as a global leader in delivering efficient, sustainable and resilient water systems. The project team includes specialists in sanitary engineering, water resource management and project management, drawing on global expertise managing complex infrastructure asset management programmes for some of the largest water and wastewater companies in the world.
