Major Water Upgrade in São Paulo: $70 Million Deal Targets Growing City Needs

A consortium led by Azevedo & Travassos Infraestrutura has signed a R$384.4 ($70) million contract with Sabesp, São Paulo’s state water and sewage company.

The deal, confirmed by official company statements, will last for 780 days—just over two years. The contract divides the work among four firms, with Azevedo & Travassos Infraestrutura holding the largest share at 31%.

Sabesp supplies water and sewage services to over 28 million people in São Paulo state. Its current coverage reaches 98% for water and 93% for sewage collection. The company plans to reach full coverage by 2029, ahead of Brazil’s national goals.

This new contract fits into Sabesp’s R$45 billion investment plan for 2024-2028, aimed at expanding and upgrading its networks. The work includes expanding water and sewage pipelines and repairing streets affected by construction.

This is necessary as São Paulo’s population keeps growing, putting more pressure on the city’s infrastructure. Sabesp’s recent investments have already saved over 50 million cubic meters of water each year and improved service for hundreds of thousands of people.

Azevedo & Travassos, a company with more than 100 years of experience, will lead the project. The contract is important for both public health and the local economy. Reliable water and sewage systems help prevent disease and support business growth.

For the companies involved, this contract means steady work and a chance to show their reliability in a competitive market. This deal highlights the ongoing need for strong infrastructure in Brazil’s biggest state.

As cities grow and regulations get stricter, companies like Sabesp and its partners must keep improving basic services. The details and figures in this story come directly from company and public records.