The contract for the continuation of construction of the Mare Chicose Landfill Waste Site was awarded in 2006 followed by further contracts up to 2018. Since 2006, 8 waste cells have been constructed totalling 23 Ha with either HDPE or bentonite enhanced clay watertight linings with electronic leak detection and ground water and leachate drainage systems. Following waste placement further construction includes water and gas tight cell capping and drilling of gas extraction wells and the gas collection system. Ancillary works include access roads, gas flares, lined leachate collection ponds, hazardous waste cells, security measures etc.