The Bemax company announced today that it does not bear responsibility for the damage incurred to the Regional Water Supply Pipeline in the town of Kovačko Polje.

A pipe within the Regional Water Supply System was damaged today due to construction activities on a boulevard in the village of Kovačko Polje, located along the Budva-Tivat road.

A water jet several meters high, caused by the burst pipe, flooded a field below the main road.

“In reference to the damage sustained to the Regional Water Supply Pipeline in Kovačko Polje on the Budva-Tivat road, we wish to inform the public that the Bemax company is not liable for the damage. However, as a socially responsible organization, we are prepared to assist in the repairs to ensure that local residents do not suffer from the consequences,” read the statement from Bemax.

The company further specified that the failed Regional Water Supply Pipeline is situated within the area designated for the future boulevard, adjacent to the current highway.

“Bemax conducted excavation work solely for the foundations of the newly designed wall, which was completed around ten days ago. At no point was the pipe mechanically damaged. Following the excavation, all machinery was cleared from the site, and we have had no operations on the right side of the boulevard, where the regional water supply is located, for the past ten days. However, due to significant rainfall in recent days, the soil layer between the wall foundation and the pipe has eroded, causing the pipe to dislodge from its coupling. Upon the first incident, we promptly contacted the installation owner and provided all necessary assistance to resolve the issue according to the guidelines provided by the Regional Water Supply representative. Unfortunately, today the pipe dislodged again, likely due to the high pressure in the system,” stated Bemax.

They stressed that they had not conducted work in the area where today’s incident occurred.

“As a company cognizant of the complexities involved in such large-scale infrastructure projects, we are willing to provide support and assistance to the installation owner to ensure a swift resolution to the problem for the citizens’ benefit. It’s important to note that Bemax is not the sole subcontractor on this project; the work is part of a larger initiative led by Shandong company as the project leader. We trust that other subcontractors are also prepared to respond promptly to rectify any malfunctions—whether plumbing or electrical installations—as soon as possible. Bemax is committed to conducting this significant infrastructure project with professionalism and responsibility, prioritizing the interests of the community,” concluded the statement from Bemax.

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