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WI.Plat Signs Second Performance-Based NRW Reduction Project in Indonesia with Banjar PDAM

WI.Plat Signs Second Performance-Based NRW Reduction Project in Indonesia with Banjar PDAM

Signing ceremony for the three-year performance-based NRW reduction project between WI.Plat and Perumda Air Minum Tirta Anom, Banjar City, Indonesia

WI.Plat has signed its second performance-based NRW reduction project in Indonesia, accelerating the overseas expansion of its AI-based smart water management business.

Under the KOICA Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) programme, WI.Plat concluded a three-year Performance-Based Project (PBP) contract with Perumda Air Minum Tirta Anom, Banjar City (Banjar PDAM) and held an official signing ceremony.

The contract follows last year’s agreement with Perumda Tirta Musi in Palembang, Indonesia’s first performance-based NRW reduction project. Together they show that the technology and business model verified through the KOICA IBS programme are now being carried into consecutive commercial projects abroad.

The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Banjar and senior city officials, the management of Banjar PDAM, and representatives of WI.Plat and its local partner, who pledged to work together for the successful delivery of the project. After the ceremony, the delegation visited the Banjar PDAM water treatment plant to review its main facilities and discuss the operating status of the project area and the implementation plan. As an official event held jointly by the city government and the water utility, the ceremony also confirmed the local government’s interest in and support for smart water management.

Banjar PDAM faces high non-revenue water (NRW) and needs to expand new service connections while improving operating efficiency. Through this project the utility expects to establish a data-driven, systematic leak management framework and raise the efficiency of its water supply operations. WI.Plat will introduce AI-based leak-sound analysis, data-driven network management and a performance-oriented operating system to reduce NRW and deliver a more reliable water service.

“This contract is a meaningful result that shows WI.Plat’s AI-based smart water management technology and performance-based business model are earning the trust of Indonesian water utilities and continuing to spread,” said Sang-Hoon Cha, CEO of WI.Plat. “We will deliver this project successfully, make Banjar a flagship smart water management success case for regional water utilities in Indonesia, expand cooperation with utilities in other regions on that basis, and keep scaling the performance-based model.”

Following the signing, WI.Plat will work with Banjar PDAM to establish the baseline, carry out field surveys, run AI-based data analysis, repair leaks and evaluate performance in stages. Building on the PBP experience gained in Palembang and Banjar, the company plans to extend cooperation to other regional utilities in Indonesia and to keep bringing the smart water management technology and business model developed through the KOICA IBS project to overseas markets.

Beyond a simple technology supply, the contract applies Korea’s AI-based smart water management technology and performance-based business model directly to the operation of a local water utility. It is also regarded as a case in which technology discovered through the KOICA IBS programme has led to a commercial project, linking public cooperation with private business.

WI.Plat plans to expand its sustainable smart water management model across developing markets, starting with Indonesia, on the basis of the technology and business experience accumulated through the KOICA IBS programme.

Source: Korea Economic TV, 4 August 2026 (press release prepared jointly by KOICA and WI.Plat) — original article (Korean)

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WI.Plat Signs Performance-Based NRW Reduction Agreement with Palembang PDAM in Indonesia

WI.Plat Signs Performance-Based NRW Reduction Agreement with Palembang PDAM in Indonesia

 

WI.Plat Transfers AI-Based Smart Water Management System to Indonesia
As Part of KOICA’s Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) Program

On July 22, 2025, WI.Plat Co., Ltd. signed a performance-based non-revenue water (NRW) reduction agreement with Perumda Tirta Musi (PDAM Palembang) in Indonesia, as part of the Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) program supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).

The three-year project will cover approximately 32,000 households in the Rambutan district of Palembang. The primary objective is to significantly reduce NRW through the deployment of WI.Plat’s AI-powered smart water management system.

What makes this project unique is its performance-based structure: revenue generated from reduced water losses will be shared between PDAM Palembang and the WI.Plat Consortium, which consists of WI.Plat and its local partner, Supra Internasional. This arrangement enables both parties to benefit from the project’s success and supports the implementation of a sustainable water management model.

Mr. Andi Wijaya Adani, President Director of PDAM Palembang, shared his thoughts on the agreement:
“It is a great honor to partner with the WI.Plat Consortium on Indonesia’s first performance-based project using an intelligent NRW management system. We hope to gain valuable knowledge on innovative water loss reduction strategies through this collaboration.”

WI.Plat CEO Mr. Sanghoon Cha added:
“While this project is made possible with the support of KOICA, it is especially meaningful to WI.Plat as our first official partnership with a regional water utility in Indonesia since entering the market four years ago. We will devote our full capabilities to making Palembang a leading city in smart water management.”

Ir. Ahmad Rosyid, CEO of Supra Internasional, also expressed his commitment:
“We will provide our full support and active involvement in all local operations based on WI.Plat’s technology. We are determined to contribute to the project’s success.”

WI.Plat is also planning various initiatives to support the Indonesian water sector. In particular, the company will collaborate with PERPAMSI (the Indonesian Water Supply Association) to establish an NRW Training Center, aimed at enhancing the technical capabilities of local water utilities.

Furthermore, WI.Plat intends to expand the application of its smart water management system beyond Palembang to other regions, creating sustainable water management models and delivering real, measurable improvements to local communities.

Through this agreement, WI.Plat aims to further expand its smart water management initiatives in Indonesia, enhance water service efficiency in the Palembang region, and deliver improved water services to local residents — in close collaboration with KOICA.

<This press release was jointly prepared by WI.Plat Co., Ltd. and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in July 2025.>

Sources : https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/215/0001218287

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WI.Plat Expands Southeast Asia Strategy at IWWEF 2025 in Indonesia

WI.Plat Expands Southeast Asia Strategy at IWWEF 2025 in Indonesia

 

Event: IWWEF 2025(Indonesia Water and Wastewater Expo and Forum)

 

Date: June 11(Wednesday) ~ 13(Friday), 2025

 

Location: Jakarta International Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia

 

WI.Plat participated in IWWEF 2025, a major biennial event hosted by the Indonesian Water Supply Association(PERPAMSI), showcasing its smart water management technologies and accelerating its expansion strategy in Southeast Asia.

 

This year’s exhibition marked WI.Plat’s first official introduction of its KOICA Inclusive Business Solution(IBS) project to the global market, following its selection in May 2025. The event served as a key platform to present WI.Plat’s AI- and IoT-based leak management solutions to stakeholders in the region.

 

During the event, WI.Plat signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) with PERPAMSI and its local partner SUPRA Internasional to build a collaborative framework for smart water utility management and sustainable leakage reduction.

The company actively promoted upcoming local initiatives, including:

  • The establishment of a Leakage Management Training Center
  • Operation of a Flow Meter Performance Testing Facility
  • Launch of a Performance-Based NRW Reduction Project

 

WI.Plat also engaged in in-depth consultations with local PDAMs(regional water utilities), government agencies, and industry partners to assess local demand and explore long-term partnerships.

 

Through IWWEF 2025, WI.Plat reinforced its commitment to providing tailored smart water solutions and will continue to expand its presence across Southeast Asia by fostering strong local collaborations.

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WI.Plat Selected for KOICA IBS Program – Launches Full-Scale Water Management Project in Indonesia

WI.Plat Selected for KOICA IBS Program – Launches Full-Scale Water Management Project in Indonesia

Expanding Influence in Southeast Asia’s Water Management Market
CEO Sanghoon Cha: “Establishing Leadership in Smart Water Management Business”

WI.Plat Launches Full-Scale Expansion into Indonesia’s Water Management Market

WI.Plat has officially announced the commencement of its full-scale expansion into Indonesia’s water management sector.

A spin-off from K-water, WI.Plat specializes in AI-based leak detection solutions and was selected in May as a recipient of KOICA’s Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) program.

Through this initiative, WI.Plat aims to transform Indonesia’s water infrastructure and establish a sustainable leak management system that contributes to reducing water loss. The project includes the establishment of a leak management training center and performance testing center, as well as the development of a results-based business model designed to deliver tangible leak reduction outcomes in major Indonesian cities.

In close collaboration with the Indonesian Water Supply Association (Perpamsi) and local partner SUPRA Internasional, WI.Plat plans to build smart water management infrastructure tailored to local conditions. The company will deploy its intelligent leak detection system—powered by AI and IoT technologies—across five regional water utilities in Indonesia, addressing real-world leakage challenges through innovative solutions.

WI.Plat – The Only Korean Company to Successfully Complete KOICA’s CTS Program from Seed 0 to Seed 2 – Expands Sustainable Smart Water Solutions Across Indonesia

WI.Plat is the only Korean company to have successfully completed all stages—Seed 0 through Seed 2—of KOICA’s Creative Technology Solution (CTS) program. Through its previous projects in key Indonesian cities including Surabaya, Bandung, and Cirebon, WI.Plat has demonstrated a deep understanding of local challenges and proven the effectiveness of its customized solutions.

Building upon this foundation of technology and field experience, the current IBS project aims to establish a sustainable digital leak management system across Indonesia. Even after the official project period ends, WI.Plat plans to contribute to Indonesia’s national water management goals by delivering measurable reductions in water loss through scalable and locally adapted solutions.

Furthermore, WI.Plat is using its selection for the KOICA IBS program as a springboard to expand beyond Indonesia into the broader Southeast Asian region. The intelligent leak management technology successfully validated in Indonesia will be applied to other countries with pressing water infrastructure needs—including the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand—to expand its regional influence. In doing so, WI.Plat aims to advance sustainable development and environmental protection across Southeast Asia.

Sanghoon Cha, CEO of WI.Plat, stated,

“Being selected for KOICA’s IBS program is a major milestone that not only supports Indonesia’s water management capacity through Korea’s advanced digital water solutions, but also lays the groundwork for WI.Plat to establish leadership in the Southeast Asian smart water management market. We hope this project will provide practical benefits to Indonesia as it builds a nationwide intelligent water management system, and we will do our best to establish a sustainable business model that aligns with local needs.”

(This press release was jointly prepared by KOICA and WI.Plat Co., Ltd. in 2025.)

Sources: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/215/0001209860

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WI.Plat Showcases NELOW System at 4th Procurement Day: Strengthening Presence in the Public Procurement Market

WI.Plat Showcases NELOW system at 4th Procurement Day: Strengthening Presence in the Public Procurement Market

 

Event Name: 4th Procurement Day
Date:  September 26 ~  27, 2024 (Thursday ~ Friday)
Venue: Daejeon Convention Center, Exhibition Hall 2

 

WI.Plat participated in the ‘4th Procurement Day’ exhibition held at the aT Center (Yangjae, Seoul) from September 26 (Thu) to 27 (Fri).

Procurement Day is a legal anniversary designated in 2020 under the ‘Procurement Business Act’ to increase public awareness and interest in the importance of public procurement and to promote its development.

This year, the 4th Procurement Day event was held under the theme of “A Friend to Businesses, a Light of Innovation, a Star of the Future.”

At this exhibition, in particular, we had the opportunity to introduce our “Intelligent Leak Management System” at the government collaboration pavilion, recommended by KOICA.

WI.Plat’s NELOW system is designated as an innovative product by the Public Procurement Service and is currently being purchased by the K-water and various municipalities within South Korea. Through this event, we seized the chance to increase awareness and interest in the public procurement market.

We will continue to strive for constant growth in the domestic leak management market.

 

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