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

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)

August 4, 2026/by wiplat

From Pilot to Community: P-LINK Thailand Smart Water Management Project Transitions to Local Ownership

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From Pilot to Community: P-LINK Thailand Smart Water Management Project Transitions to Local Ownership

The P-LINK Thai Pilot Facility Handover Ceremony, held on September 11, 2025, in Bung Khla, Bueng Kan Province, marked the official transition of a successful water management project to local Thai stakeholders. This event serves as a tangible example of effective South-South and triangular cooperation.

The pilot project, titled “Increasing the Efficiency of Tap Water System in Moo 1, 2, and 3, Bung Khla Sub-district,” aims to improve local water access for 943 households (2,365 people) in a rural community along the Mekong River.

Since its launch in July 2024, the project has significantly enhanced water service reliability and quality through the deployment of smart technologies from the Korean provider, WI.Plat. These include an AI-powered leak detection system, digital billing, and cloud-based monitoring. A new water quality monitoring room was also established at the Bung Khla Subdistrict Administrative Office.

The handover ceremony brought together a diverse group of key stakeholders, including representatives from the Thai National Mekong Committee (TNMCS), United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC), the Mekong River Commission Secretariat (MRCS), the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STEPI), Mekong Institute (MI), and WI.Plat.

As a key partner, MI led the capacity-building efforts, ensuring that the community and local authorities were fully equipped to operate and maintain the new system. This approach is crucial for long-term sustainability and local ownership.

Ms. Jian Wang, Program Manager at MI, highlighted the capacity-building approach as a key component of the pilot. “We conducted in-depth discussions with the community to understand their specific context. This included not only the difficulties they were facing with conventional methods but also their hesitations about adopting new technology. By addressing these concerns directly, we provided training that truly empowered them. We believe this community-driven approach can be a replicable model for other communities in the Lower Mekong region,” Ms. Wang shared during a panel discussion with fellow experts on scaling up smart water management solutions.

The project has already shown impressive results. Each detected leak reduces water loss by approximately 24 cubic meters per day, while the mobile billing application has streamlined operations.

The handover ceremony also commemorated the UN Day for South-South Cooperation 2025. It showcased how innovative, community-based solutions developed through regional collaboration can accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals in the Mekong region. The Thai pilot is now positioned as a replicable model for smart water management, with plans to share its lessons with other communities.

Sources : https://mekonginstitute.org/from-pilot-to-community-p-link-thailand-smart-water-management-project-transitions-to-local-ownership/

October 10, 2025/by wiplat

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

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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.

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

July 31, 2025/by wiplat

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

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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.

July 28, 2025/by wiplat

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

From Pilot to Community: P-LINK Thailand Smart Water Management Project Transitions to Local Ownership

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

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