On October 2, 2024, a meeting with representatives of Kyowa Construction Co., Ltd. (Japan) was held at the Aral Sea International Innovation Center, dedicated to water resources and innovative technologies in the agricultural sector. The topic of the meeting was especially relevant in the context of climate change and growing water supply needs for agriculture, which is the basis of food security.
Deputy Director of the Center, K. Idirisov, presented the guests with key projects and achievements of the Aral Sea International Innovation Center, demonstrating experimental sites where research is being conducted on the sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Representatives of Kyowa Construction Co., Ltd. presented their innovative developments, among which special attention was paid to the Sheet pipe method, successfully implemented in a number of Asian countries, such as Cambodia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. This method allows for efficient management of water resources on agricultural land, providing drainage with minimal costs and high performance characteristics.
The sheet pipe method is based on the use of a trenchless method of laying culverts, which significantly increases their versatility and allows them to be used on various types of land, including rice fields and heavy clay soils. This technology is cost-effective, easy to install and superior to traditional drainage methods in quality and functionality. Among the main applications of sheet pipes:
Bottom drainage for agricultural lands, including rice fields, pastures and wetlands;
Improvement of agricultural lands, removal of salt from reclaimed areas;
Use in greenhouses, parks and other facilities.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the possibilities of further cooperation and prospects for the introduction of sheet pipe technology, which will open up new opportunities for sustainable development of the region and the efficient use of water resources.