The multi-million-pound upgrade of a burst-prone rising main in Renfrew has reached its halfway point.

Scottish Water is improving nearly a kilometre of pipework under King’s Inch Road between Ferry Road and Crofton Way due to multiple bursts.

Robert Archer, alliance manager, said: “This is a significant milestone for a project that will deliver peace of mind to our customers and protect the environment.

“We have completed relining the section of rising main through the access pit at Andrew Avenue and are now focussing on the section to the north.

“We are extremely grateful to customers – particularly those living close to the access pits – given the lining process has required some lengthy working hours.

“They have shown great patience and understanding throughout the works and their co-operation has been both welcome and appreciated.”

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The final part of the first phase will focus on King’s Inch Road between Mulberry Road and Redshank Way.

This will begin on July 29 for two weeks, involving late shifts on July 31 and August 7, and overnight work on August 1 and 8.

Residences impacted have received letters and text alerts, and measures taken to minimise any distress or disruption.

The second phase of the project, offering another kilometre of improved sewer, will be administered by Scottish Water’s alliance partner, Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA) with specialist contractors Environmental Techniques.

The project is expected to be completed by November 2024.