Limassol is continuing a large-scale modernization of its water supply network. According to the Limassol District Local Government Organization (EOA), the project involves replacing approximately 100 km of pipes across 220 streets in the city. The upgraded network will comply with modern technical standards, and new materials will be used for the installation of the infrastructure.
The first phase covers the area south of the fire station on Makarios III Avenue and east of the Garyllis River. As of October 9, 2026, 11 sections of the new water supply network, with a total length of 3,623 meters, had already been put into operation. This represents about 3.62% of the planned total.
How much will the water network upgrade cost, and who is financing it?
Around €9.2 million has been allocated for the modernization of Limassol’s water supply network. The project is being financed through the European Union’s Cohesion Fund under the THALIA 2021–2027 program.
The program is designed to support infrastructure development and projects that contribute to Cyprus’s economic and social development. For Limassol, replacing old pipes is particularly important as the city continues to grow rapidly and place greater pressure on utility networks. The project will gradually replace worn-out parts of the system and improve its operational reliability.
When will roads and sidewalks be restored?
The pipe replacement works require sections of the road surface to be opened. Once the pipes are installed and each section is put into operation, the contractor restores the affected sidewalks and asphalt. Residents of central Limassol should therefore keep in mind that street restoration is being carried out in stages. The timing depends on the completion of works on each specific section and the commissioning of the new water pipeline.
The Limassol EOA states that the project is progressing according to schedule and in line with the requirements set out in the contract. However, an exact completion date for the entire reconstruction project has not yet been announced.
The modernization will affect around 40,000 residents in the central part of the city. Once completed, Limassol will have an upgraded water supply network extending about 100 km and designed for more reliable operation. In the short term, the works may cause local inconvenience because of excavation and road restoration. In the long term, replacing outdated infrastructure should help improve the reliability of the water supply and the overall condition of the city’s utility network. The Limassol EOA will provide additional updates on the completion schedule and any changes to traffic arrangements.