We were honored to welcome a distinguished delegation from the World Bank Group to East Water's operations in Rayong Province, Thailand, to exchange perspectives on sustainable water infrastructure and witness firsthand how integrated water management supports the country's long-term economic development.
The delegation was led by:
- Mr. Wencai Zhang, Managing Director & Chief Administrative Officer
- Alejandro Alcala Gerez, Manager, Operations – Thailand & Myanmar, East Asia and Pacific Region, IBRD
- Yuan (Jane) Xu, Country Manager, Thailand & Myanmar, IFC
The visit reflects the World Bank Group's continued interest in East Water following IFC's investment in our Blue Bond, which marked East Water as the first water infrastructure company in Asia-Pacific to receive financing under IFC's Blue Finance framework. The investment supports the expansion of resilient water infrastructure and reinforces long-term water security across Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC).
During the visit, the delegation toured several of East Water's key facilities:
📍 Thapma Raw Water Reservoir – an integrated model where water security, flood mitigation, and community, social, and environmental initiatives are thoughtfully combined to create shared value.
📍 Nong Pla Lai Booster Pumping Station – the operational hub of East Water's regional water management network, playing a critical role in distributing water efficiently throughout the EEC.
📍 Pluak Daeng Industrial Water Treatment Plant – where high-quality industrial water is produced and treated to meet the stringent requirements of manufacturing customers across one of Thailand's most important industrial corridors.
Throughout the visit, the World Bank Group recognized East Water's strong business fundamentals, operational excellence, and long-term commitment to balancing economic growth with responsible environmental stewardship and social development.
At East Water, we believe that resilient water infrastructure is more than an essential utility—it is a foundation for sustainable industries, thriving communities, and national competitiveness. We remain committed to delivering reliable water solutions while creating lasting value for society, the environment, and Thailand's future.
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