The South Texas Water Authority (STWA) and Seven Seas Water Group have entered into a groundbreaking 30-year Water-as-a-Service® agreement to build a brackish water reverse osmosis (BWRO) plant. Scheduled to commence operations in the first quarter of 2027, the new facility will produce at least 3 million gallons of drinking water daily.
The plant is set to address the needs of the rapidly growing communities in Kleberg and Nueces Counties and support the expanding business sector in the region. This will be Seven Seas’ second BWRO plant in the area, following a successful project with the City of Alice, Texas.
Jose Graveley, President of the STWA Board, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating: “We are thrilled to offer reliable drinking water to our customers. This agreement ensures stable water rates and a dependable supply, which we believe will attract business investments and foster economic growth. The Water-as-a-Service® model provides the necessary capabilities, guaranteed volume, and quality. Seven Seas will also have the ability to expand the plant’s capacity if demand rises, ensuring long-term growth.”
Rudy Madrid, County Judge of Kleberg County, emphasized the importance of the agreement: “This plant is crucial for the sustainable development of Kleberg and Nueces Counties. A stable water supply is vital for independence and stability, which are essential for attracting new businesses and supporting the community.”
Henry Charrabé, CEO of Seven Seas Water, added: “We are excited to extend our Water-as-a-Service® model to STWA, delivering reliable water to Texas communities. This contract highlights our Water-as-a-Service® delivery method as a key solution for addressing the municipal water infrastructure crisis in the U.S. Our collaboration with STWA exemplifies the successful partnership between the public and private sectors. Our solutions offer a drought-resistant and independent water source with no upfront capital expenditure for customers, ensuring reliable water quantity and quality. We look forward to the potential for similar Water-as-a-Service® contracts with additional customers across the United States.”
