Vivant Hydrocore Holdings, Inc. (“VHHI”), a subsidiary of Vivant Infracore Holdings, Inc. (“Vivant Water”) has strengthened its position in the wastewater treatment sector by acquiring an additional 45% equity stake in Faith Lived Out Visions 2 Ventures Holdings, Inc. (FLOWs). FLOWs serves as the private sector partner of the local government of Puerto Princesa in Puerto Princesa Wastewater Reclamation and Learning Center, Inc. (PPWRLC), the city’s sole wastewater and septage treatment facility.
Following the transaction, Vivant Water’s ownership in FLOWs increases to 90%, in line with the management and operational transition of the treatment plant under the new management. By integrating its governance standards and operational expertise, Vivant Water aims to further enhance service efficiency and contribute to the long-term ecological sustainability of Palawan’s water systems.
Located in Puerto Princesa Bay, Palawan, PPWRLC has a contracted capacity of 2 million liters per day (MLD) of wastewater treatment including 70 cubic meters daily (CMD) of septage – servicing households and businesses within the city. The plant started operations in January of 2022 and played a key role in rehabilitating the Puerto Princesa Bay.
Based on a 2025 wastewater treatment efficacy study conducted by the Institute of Biology, Marine Science Institute, and Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology of the University of the Philippines Diliman, effluent samples showed up to a 99% reduction in coliform levels. PPWRLC has also been instrumental in helping restore the bay which led to Puerto Princesa hosting international triathlons and resightings of historically endemic marine species such as dugong (sea cow).
“Wastewater management is just as important as water supply in protecting the environment and meeting future needs,” said Atty. Jess Garcia, president of Vivant Water. “We see wastewater treatment as part of a circular system that recovers resources, protects ecosystems, and ensures a sustainable water supply for communities.”
PPWRLC is a pioneering tripartite collaboration among the private sector, local government, and the Puerto Princesa City Water District.
Vivant Water has presence across the water value chain – bulk water supply, wastewater management, and looking into water distribution. Isla Mactan Cordova Corporation (IMCC), a subsidiary of the company, is poised to be the Philippines’ first utility-scale seawater desalination plant and will begin commercial operations for Metro Cebu in 2026. Vivant Water continues to innovate water and wastewater solutions that are responsive to the evolving needs of the community. Through PPWRLC, Vivant Water continues to safeguard both the environment and public health for all Palaweños.
