MUSCAT: The new prepaid water meter will eliminate the issue of unpaid bills particularly for commercial accounts and rental properties, according to Qais Al Zakwani, CEO of Nama Water Services (NWS).
On Monday, NWS launched the prepaid water meter, a first in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the wider Middle East, employing state-of-the-art technology. The company also unveiled a new e-services platform, accessible via a mobile app or online portal.
Speaking to reporters, Al Zakwani said landlords can ensure tenants are responsible for their water usage, preventing unpaid bills. “We are confident that the implementation of the prepaid meter service will empower subscribers to manage their water consumption effectively. The meters will provide real-time usage data, allowing customers to monitor and control their water consumption. The prepaid system will also eliminate the issue of accumulating debt, particularly for commercial accounts and rental properties. Landlords can ensure tenants are responsible for their water usage, preventing unpaid bills,” Al Zakwani informed.
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Subscribers may top up their prepaid water meters with amounts ranging from OMR 5 (minimum) to OMR 100 (maximum) for residential accounts and from 10 to 500 OMR for commercial accounts. The service automatically resumes upon recharge after a low balance disconnection.
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