Public Utilities Board

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The Public Utilities Board (PUB) is Singapore's national water agency responsible for the sustainable management of the country's water resources. It handles the entire water loop, from sourcing and treating raw water to supplying clean water to households and industries, as well as collecting and treating used water for reuse or discharge.

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PUB's key activities include operating reservoirs, waterworks, and NEWater factories that produce high-quality reclaimed water. The agency also manages desalination plants to supplement water supply. These technologies enable Singapore to meet its water needs efficiently and reduce reliance on imported water.

Operating primarily within Singapore, PUB is a statutory board under the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment. It develops and owns major water infrastructure projects, including CNF3, ensuring reliable water services for the nation. In the industry, PUB is recognized for its expertise in integrated water management and innovation in water reuse technologies.

With a focus on long-term water security, PUB invests in research and development to advance water treatment processes and conservation measures. Its position as the sole national agency for water supply underscores its importance in Singapore's environmental and economic framework.

Also known as PUB Singapore and Singapore's National Water Agency.

Projects PUB is involved in

chemXplore tracks 2 projects involving PUB, of which 2 are active.

  1. 1 project Announced / Concept
  2. none FEED / Pre-FID
  3. none FID / Sanctioned
  4. 1 project Under Construction
  5. none Commissioning & Start-up

Active projects

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What moved recently

  • 26 December 2025 PUB Singapore Sixth Desalination Plant (Dual-Mode Feasibility) · Announced / Concept · Singapore

What its projects make

PUB in chemical industry news

16 September 2026
Toray wins RO membrane order for Changi NEWater Factory 3

Low‑fouling RO elements ordered for a 50 million gallons-per-day wastewater reclamation plant in Changi, with completion targeted in 2028.

15 June 2026
Jacobs appointed to study potential desalination plant in Singapore

PUB has engaged Jacobs to assess feasibility of a land-efficient desalination plant, exploring multistory/deeper-basement layouts and a dual-mode seawater/freshwater treatment concept.

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