Murphy Process Engineering has successfully completed a €3 million upgrade to the wastewater treatment plant in Cahir, County Tipperary.

Carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann, the project involved expanding the plant's capacity to handle increased wastewater, adding stormwater storage, constructing a new settling tank and performing ancillary works.

This upgrade has significantly modernised the plant, enhancing its performance and capacity to support future growth and development in the area. Additionally, it will improve the quality of treated wastewater discharged into the River Suir and ensure compliance with wastewater regulations.

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Speaking about the upgrade, Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann Paul Fallon said:

"Cahir is a bustling town with a vibrant community and its many scenic attractions add to the town’s significance as a tourist destination. This investment by Uisce Éireann in the wastewater treatment plant will bring a host of benefits to the area including significantly improving water quality in the River Suir, as well as supporting better health and integrity of the environment. The upgrade will also ensure there is capacity available for future social and economic growth in the area.”

"I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their ongoing support and patience throughout the delivery of this vital wastewater project."

This is the latest in a series of several major investments in Tipperary by Uisce Éireann, who have invested over €134 million in the county in the past decade. This includes a €19 million upgrade to wastewater infrastructure in Ballina and Newport, which is currently under construction; a €7 million upgrade to the Fethard Regional Water Supply Scheme; as well as an upgrade to Clonmel Water Supply which is due to progress shortly.