New unit to improve 'Smellozanne'

Wednesday 28 July 2021

A new unit that processes liquid waste from properties not connected to the sewerage system has been set up at Bellozanne in the hope of reducing smells for those living in the area.

The modern, purpose-built 'Tanker Import Facility' (TIF) replaces the old tanker discharge unit.

Liquid waste received at the TIF is treated and then pumped into the Sewage Treatment Works (STW) Inlet Works for full treatment.

The building process of the TIF was completed in April 2021 and it is being managed by the Liquid Waste team.

Its introduction has brought “immediate” benefits according to the Government, including flow regulation of liquid waste that prevents “shock loads” to the existing STW process.

The new facility also accommodates a range of waste types and provides preliminary treatment (screening and grit removal) before discharging flows to the STW Inlet Works.

An odour-controlled tanker discharge building and standalone odour treatment plant will help minimise the smell coming from the site.

The Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Kevin Lewis, said the construction of the new sewage treatment works has progressed well despite the “challenges” posed by covid-19. It is expected the main Sewage Treatment Works will be completed by October 2023.

“I am pleased that our Liquid Waste team has already been able to take over the new Tanker Import Facility,” he added.

“It has already provided many immediate benefits, including the reduction of odour from the site and improved protection to users and operators.

“Similarly, I expect the other parts of the new Sewage Treatment Works will be constructed and brought into use in a phased approach, to provide further immediate benefits to the local community.”