Consolidated Water Delays Kalaeloa Project Construction to H1 2027
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. provided an update on its Kalaeloa seawater reverse osmosis desalination project in Oahu, Hawaii. The company has received crucial approvals for its Preservation Plan and Archaeological Monitoring Plan, as well as a Substantial Modification approval from the Hawaii Department of Health. These advancements allow the company to proceed with applications for remaining permits. However, the anticipated construction start has been pushed to the first half of 2027, a delay from the previous expectation of late 2026, due to the ongoing permitting timeline. The Honolulu Board of Water Supply has granted schedule extensions to accommodate these delays and has issued a limited notice to proceed for $6 million to procure long-lead equipment.
Key Highlights
- Consolidated Water received key approvals for Kalaeloa desalination project from State Historic Preservation Division and Hawaii Department of Health.
- Anticipated construction start for Kalaeloa project now expected in H1 2027, delayed from late 2026.
- Honolulu Board of Water Supply granted schedule extensions due to permitting delays.
- Company secured a limited notice to proceed for approximately $6 million for long-lead equipment procurement.
- Kalaeloa facility will produce 1.7 million gallons of potable water per day under a 20-year contract with two 5-year extension options.
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