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Maga Engineering, Sri Lanka’s leading construction company, announced that it has commenced work on two key water supply projects: Towns East of Colombo District Water Supply Project (Package 2) and Galagedera-Mawathagama Water Supply Project.

Spearheaded by the National Water Supply and Drainage Board to fulfil the Government’s objective of providing purified sustainable drinking water, both projects aim to provide pipe borne water supply to an estimated population of 400,000 in the eastern part of the Colombo District and Galagedara, Paragahadeniya and Mawathagama areas of Kurunegala and Kandy Districts.

Constructed at a value of 4.8 billion rupees and funded by the Bank of Ceylon, Towns East of Colombo District Water Supply Project comprises the construction of a 18,000m3 capacity ground reservoir, supply and laying of 1,000 mm diameter DI transmission line of 8 km and HDPE line of 7 km from Iridapola Junction to Meepe. The project will be completed and handed over in August 2018.

Galagedera-Mawathagama Water Supply Project comprises the construction of a 1000m3 capacity elevated tower, 450m3 capacity ground reservoir and supply and laying of 250mm diameter DI & HDPE transmission line of 27 km, along with 113 km long distribution system. Constructed at a value of Rs. 3.2 billion and funded by the DFCC Bank PLC, the project will be completed and handed over in September 2018.

Commenting on the project, Maga Engineering Director Mega Kularatne said, “We are committed to complete these projects on schedule and bring uninterrupted supply of high quality drinking water to the residents of these areas and support Government’s vision to provide access to 100% safe water by 2025 and 60% pipe born water supply by 2020. We are proud to partner the National Water Supply and Drainage Board in this endeavour.”

The foundation laying ceremony of the Galagedera-Mawathagama was recently held in Galagedera under the patronage of Minister of Urban Development, Water Supply and Drainage Rauff Hakeem.

http://www.ft.lk/article/573340/Maga-Engineering-commences-water-supply-projects-to-value-of-8-b

Maga Engineering, Sri Lanka’s leading construction company, announced that it has completed the building structure of its flagship residential project, the 48-storey Clearpoint Residencies, set to be the world’s tallest vertical garden upon completion. Clearpoint now stands at 185m and is presently the second tallest building structure in Sri Lanka, second only to Grand Hyatt Colombo which is also being built by the construction giant.

A brainchild of renowned architect Milroy Perera, Clearpoint Residences is a joint venture between Milroy Perera Associates and Maga Engineering. The residential apartment tower consists of 171 apartments comprising of 2, 3, 4 bedroom apartments, a limited number of penthouses and presidential suites spread across 48 storeys. One of the key highlights of Clearpoint Residencies will be the planted terraces encircling the building. Formation of a green cover through the planting of trees will provide a natural cooling system for the entire building, resulting not only in a fresher and more relaxing atmosphere, but less energy spent on air conditioning. The plants will be maintained through a specially designed automated drip irrigation system that uses recycled water. Furthermore, several key sustainability features such as solar panels, rain water harvesting, water recycling and solid waste management have been incorporated in to the building.

In overcoming the complex engineering and construction challenges encountered in bringing this landmark residential tower to life, Maga Engineering used innovative engineering technologies throughout the construction process. Post-tensioning (a technique for reinforcing concrete with pre-stressed steel cables) was used in the construction of the suspended floor slabs of the 9-storey car park, as well as the protruding balconies that will house the private green terraces (‘vertical gardens’) of each apartment, the signature feature of the building. These terraces and the 10 private swimming pools were constructed using cantilevered working platforms anchored at one end that required meticulous planning and flawless execution.

Commenting on the special occasion, Chairman & Managing Director of Maga Engineering Mr M. G. Kularatne stated, “The on-schedule completion of Clearpoint’s structural work symbolizes the passion and commitment ingrained in the entire project team to bring this landmark building to life, overcoming the numerous challenges they have faced along the way. Beyond commercial considerations, Clearpoint aims to redefine the future of high-rise living and act as a benchmark for sustainable buildings across the globe. It is truly a project close to our heart.”

Constructed at a cost of 6 billion rupees, Clearpoint Residencies will be ready for occupation by mid-2017.

http://www.ft.lk/article/568898/Maga-completes-structural-work-of-Clearpoint-Residencies

Sri Lanka’s leading construction firm Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd was recently awarded the contract to rehabilitate and improve 634 Kilometres of rural roads in four districts of Sri Lanka, including their performance based maintenance for three years.

The project is formulated and financed by the Asian Development Bank and implemented by the Road Development Authority under the Integrated Road Investment Program (I-Roads). Maga Engineering will rehabilitate and improve 634km of rural access roads in Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Kalutara and Kurunegala Districts. The projects were awarded to Maga Engineering after a national competitive bidding process, at a total value of LKR 13.2 billion.

Maga will soon commence work on 85km of roads in Kurunegala district, 332km of roads in Anuradhapura district, 123km of roads in Polonnaruwa district and 94km of roads in Kalutara district and will complete the project within a period of 24 months. As intended by the Asian Development Bank and Road Development Authority, these projects will provide connectivity across towns and villages, creating the framework for greater economic development, simultaneously enriching local communities through improved access to education, healthcare and employment.

Commenting on the project, Chairman & Managing Director of Maga Engineering M. G. Kularatne said “Maga is committed to ADB and Government’s vision of developing the entire road network of Sri Lanka, not just confined to cities and towns but also connecting rural villages with economic hubs in their respective districts. We have been able to secure these projects in an extremely competitive environment, which is a testimony to Maga’s proficiency in the field of infrastructure development. We are confident that the rehabilitation of roads will revive rural agriculture, SMEs and tourism. Armed with the right experience in delivering projects of this magnitude, our project teams will work together with all stakeholders to achieve their timely completion.”

The Employer, Road Development Authority will direct and oversee the implementation of the projects, while Pyunghwa Engineering Consultants Ltd of the Republic of Korea, Resource Development Consultants (Pvt) Ltd and Egis-CEA JV will act as project consultants.

Picture caption: Chairman of the Road Development Authority Nihal Sooriyarachchi exchanging the contract agreement with the Chairman & Managing Director of Maga Engineering M. G. Kularatne

http://www.ft.lk/article/557309/Maga-Engineering-to-rehabilitate-Rs--13-2-b-worth-of-rural-roads