Water Corporation
ActiveOverview
Water Corporation is the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage, and bulk irrigation services in Western Australia. The company serves homes, businesses, and farms across 2.6 million square kilometres, managing approximately $50 billion in replacement value assets. As a government-owned entity, Water Corporation is essential infrastructure for Western Australia's water security and environmental management.
History
Water Corporation was incorporated on 1 January 1996 as a government body under the ABN 28 003 434 917. The company was established to consolidate water supply and sewerage services across Western Australia. Since its formation, Water Corporation has expanded its asset base to manage critical water infrastructure serving millions of residents and businesses throughout the state.
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Water Supply Services | Residential and commercial water delivery | Variable by consumption |
| Wastewater Services | Sewerage collection and treatment | Variable by consumption |
| Drainage Services | Stormwater and drainage management | Variable by consumption |
| Bulk Irrigation Services | Agricultural water supply | Variable by volume |
Manufacturing
Water Corporation operates as a service provider rather than a manufacturer, managing water treatment and distribution infrastructure across Western Australia. The company maintains extensive networks of pipes, treatment facilities, and pumping stations throughout the 2.6 million square kilometre service area.
Notable Products
- Water Supply Network - Comprehensive piped water delivery system serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Western Australia
- Wastewater Treatment - Sewerage collection and treatment infrastructure managing waste from millions of residents and businesses
- Bulk Irrigation Supply - Agricultural water supply services supporting farming operations across Western Australia
Reputation
Water Corporation is regarded as a critical and reliable utility provider essential to Western Australia's infrastructure. The company is generally perceived as professionally managed and committed to service delivery, though like most utilities faces ongoing scrutiny regarding pricing, environmental sustainability, and service reliability during periods of water scarcity.
Sources (5)
- https://www.ibisworld.com/australia/company/water-corporation/6286/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waters_Corporation
- https://www.waters.com/nextgen/us/en/about-waters.html
- https://www.naics.com/company-profile-page/?co=7493
- https://www.watercorporation.com.au/-/media/WaterCorp/Documents/about-us/suppliers-and-contractors/supplier-portal/supplier-profile.pdf