ALOR SETAR: Syarikat Air Darul Aman (SADA) is implementing a tariff adjustment through a review of the Tariff Setting Mechanism for all categories of users in Kedah.
In a statement, SADA announced that the tariff adjustment took effect Friday (Aug 1) and would be reflected in the September billing cycle.
“To address water supply shortages, several new water treatment plant (WTP) projects are being developed, including the Pelubang WTP, Kodiang WTP Phase 1, Padang Saga WTP Phases 4 and 5, Sidam Kiri WTP Phase 1, Sungai Karangan WTP Phase 1, and the construction of a compact plant at Kulim Hi-Tech," it said.
Sada added that repair works for distribution systems and pump houses were also being actively carried out to address low water pressure issues in several areas.
It said additional revenue from the tariff adjustment would be used to cover operating costs, repair and maintenance of existing systems, development of new water supply systems and improve customer service.
"The adjustment also considers the need to meet the company's operating costs for 2025, which are expected to increase by 6%," it said.
Sada stated that the adjustment had undergone a thorough review with the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) and was being implemented in phases. – Bernama
