Wastewater treatment cross-border cooperation by Tisa river

The project focuses on protecting the Tisza River from pollution and improving wastewater management across Algyő (HU), Szeged (HU), Horgos (RS), Magyarkanizsa (RS), and surrounding areas. Algyő will purchase a high-capacity sewer cleaning vehicle to support safer stormwater drainage. Szegedi Vízmű Zrt. will train Horgos Waterworks on new camera inspection technology to enhance sewer monitoring. This equipment will address issues with stormwater and wastewater mixing, reducing the strain on treatment facilities. A detailed study by the Provincial Secretariat for Urban Planning and Environmental Protection will analyze industrial and domestic wastewater inputs, creating a pollution map for efficient resource use. The project includes establishing a cross-border cooperation agreement and a shared electronic database for managing emergencies, laying a foundation for long-term collaboration.

• Improved Wastewater Management

- Inspection of 5 km of sewer sections on both Hungarian and Serbian sides with new camera technology
- Sewer cleaning equipment to ensure efficient stormwater and wastewater drainage

• Pollution Mapping and Data Sharing

- Study on the quality and quantity of wastewater, producing a pollution map for Tisza River settlements
- Establishment of a cross-border database for emergency response and resource tracking

• Cross-Border Collaboration

- Formal cooperation agreement among at least eight water utilities for wastewater management
- Shared electronic asset inventory for efficient emergency management and rapid response

• Environmental Impact and Sustainability

- Long-term joint use of sewer cleaning and inspection equipment, fostering sustained regional maintenance efforts
- Strengthened professional partnerships to address environmental issues across the Tisza River basin