Guerime Reservoir and Marcos Sánchez Pumping Plant Near Service Launch
The Cabildo of Fuerteventura is advancing two pivotal water‑infrastructure projects aimed at securing the island’s water supply: the refurbishment and expansion of the Marcos Sánchez Pumping Station and the construction of the Guerime Reservoir. Both works are now in their final execution phases.
Marcos Sánchez Pumping Station
The pumping station is on the verge of completing its renovation and expansion, backed by an investment of €777,500. The upgrade will enhance pumping capacity and ensure a more efficient water conveyance to the island’s various population centers.
Guerime Reservoir
The long‑awaited Guerime Reservoir represents a historic addition to the island’s water network. According to a Cabildo press release, the project costs €1,767,852.26 and will provide a 5,000 m³ storage capacity split between two tanks. This new head‑reservoir will strengthen the distribution network and deliver greater stability to water supplies for households and businesses in the municipality of Pájara.
“With these infrastructures we reinforce the water security of the island’s south, meeting a historic demand from residents and guaranteeing an essential resource—water—that is key to families’ quality of life and Fuerteventura’s economic development,” said Lola García, President of the Cabildo of Fuerteventura.
The works are being carried out by the Infrastructure Department of the Island Corporation, led by Blas Acosta, in coordination with the Canary Islands Water Supply Consortium (CAAF).
“The refurbishment of Marcos Sánchez and the Guerime Reservoir are part of an integrated strategy to modernize the island’s water‑supply system, improving both efficiency and responsiveness to the population’s needs,” emphasized Adargoma Hernández, Executive Director of CAAF.
“These projects are fundamental for ensuring a stable, high‑quality water supply for the municipality of Pájara, benefiting residents as well as strategic sectors such as tourism and agriculture,” added Alejandro Jorge, Mayor of Pájara.
“The Guerime Reservoir answers a decades‑long demand; it marks a before‑and‑after in guaranteeing water supply for our people,” noted Alexis Alonso, Councillor for Public Works and Water.
In a statement, the institution highlighted that these initiatives are part of a “commitment to the future.” They form a cornerstone of the Cabildo’s and CAAF’s roadmap to modernize the supply network, reduce losses, and ensure a more reliable water provision—especially in areas experiencing rapid population and tourist growth.
“This is a decisive step toward a more efficient, sustainable, and future‑ready water system,” the Cabildo concluded.