Sharing water, building the future
For 70 years, SCP has been managing water as a shared resource and developing sustainable solutions to help territories adapt to climate change.
- We secure water resources and supply communities, agriculture and businesses across Provence.
- We design and operate water infrastructure and services with demanding standards.
- We innovate and share our expertise in France and internationally to build resilient and sustainable territories.
Our mission
Securing water today. Preparing territories for tomorrow.
SCP has a public-interest mission to secure water supply in Provence while preserving the quality and availability of water resources.
Through responsible water management, long-term investment and innovation, we help territories respond to climate change while supporting agriculture, communities and economic development.
SCP at a glance : key figures
From water operator to international engineering expert
Our expertise is rooted in experience.
SCP does not only design water infrastructure. Every day, our teams operate and maintain one of France’s largest regional water systems.
This operational experience gives us a unique understanding of infrastructure performance, water resource management and the challenges faced by territories.
We bring this expertise to every project we undertake in France and internationally.
From water operator to international engineering expert
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DESIGN
Engineering and infrastructure
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OPERATE
Water systems and services
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INNOVATE
Climate resilience and new solutions
The Canal de Provence: our living laboratory
A strategic water system serving an entire region
As concession holder and operator, SCP manages an exceptional hydraulic heritage that benefits the whole of Provence.
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216 km
of main conveyance infrastructure
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81
pumping stations
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5,800 km
of supply and distribution pipelines
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21
water treatment facilities
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4
major dams
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2 million
people supplied
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90+
reservoirs
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€3 billion
regional hydraulic assets
Five activities, one integrated approach
Five activities, one integrated approach
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Hydraulic Infrastructure Development
Designing infrastructure to secure water access.
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Water Transport & Distribution
Operating and maintaining reliable water systems.
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Engineering & Consultancy
Delivering water expertise in France and worldwide.
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Services & Equipment
Supporting customers in sustainable water use.
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Renewable Energy
Developing hydropower and solar solutions linked to water management.
Public roots. Long-term vision.
SCP is a semi-public company with more than
80% of its share capital held by local authorities.
This governance model provides long-term
stability and enables SCP to invest alongside its public shareholders in
infrastructure that supports regional resilience and sustainable development.
LOCAL AUTHORITIES 82%
18.2%
South Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region
18.2%
Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis
18.2%
Département of Bouches-du-Rhône
18.2%
Département of Var
4.3%
Département of Vaucluse
4.3%
Département of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
0.7%
Département of Hautes-Alpes
BANKS & DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATIONS 16%
16%
State Bank and Crédit Agricole
CHAMBERS OF AGRICULTURE 2%
2%
Chambers of Agriculture of five shareholder départements