Nicosia, 1st July 2025 – The European Union, under the EU Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community, is funding a major upgrade to the Famagusta Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), implemented by UNDP through the Local Infrastructure Facility (LIF). With an investment of EUR 832,000, the project aims to restore the plant’s operations to full efficiency, strengthening essential services for the local community.

Built in 2013 with EU financial support, the Famagusta WWTP has played a key role in the region’s sanitation system. The refurbishment will upgrade treatment components and renew critical instruments, ensuring continued reliable wastewater services and contributing to improved environmental protection and public health.

A contract signature ceremony was held on 1st of July in Famagusta, marking an important step in the implementation of the project and reflecting the strong collaboration between the European Union, UNDP and local stakeholders. Equipment installation is expected to begin in November 2025 and conclude by March 2026.

By strengthening vital infrastructure and improving service delivery, the project supports a more resilient and sustainable future for Famagusta and contributes to broader efforts toward environmental protection and sustainable development across Cyprus.

For further information and media enquiries please contact UNDP at: registry.cy@undp.org

European Union 
The Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community, based on Council Regulation 389/2006, aims at facilitating the reunification of Cyprus by encouraging the economic development of the Turkish Cypriot community, with particular emphasis on the economic integration of the island, on improving contacts between the two communities and with the EU, and on preparation for the EU body of laws (also referred to as acquis communautaire).

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