National infrastructure Commission warns over climate change - more flood management and drainage assets likely to be needed
The National infrastructure Commission is warning that climate change will continue to increase the risk of flooding and pressure on flood risk management and drainage infrastructure - highlighted by recent surface water flooding events over the summer.
Ofwat flags up gaps in water companies' approach to asset management
Ofwat has flagged up a number of areas where the water companies will need to strengthen their existing approach to asset management maturity.
United Utilities trials Samotics’ AI-based smart monitoring system to optimize pump efficiency and reliability
Samotics, a leading provider of AI-driven industrial analytics for asset performance management, has been selected for a 12-month trial by United Utilities Group PLC, one of the UK’s largest water and wastewater companies, to improve the reliability and efficiency of its operations.
Future asset management expertise required to drive step-change in water investment planning
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) is seeking help from both academics and asset management experts to take on a critical piece of research that helps improve future investment decisions in the water sector.
Proactive maintenance programmes – key to delivering resilience in AMP7
In an Expert Focus article for WaterBriefing, HUBER Technology’s Kevin Ockwell discusses why a proactive maintenance strategy is key to maintaining and enhancing asset health, extending asset life and delivering on operational performance during AMP7.
Ham Baker deliver critical penstock training to Thames Water
Over three days in August, Ham Baker was invited by Thames Water to present a full day’s awareness training course to their Trunk Sewer Operations team, to help them understand the fundamentals of Penstocks and to deploy a more proactive approach to maintaining this critical asset base used to control and regulate wastewater and sewerage in the Thames network.
Northumbrian Water - innovative sensor technology pilot proves value of real-time dam monitoring
Sensor technology used in conjunction with satellites is being used to enhance monitoring of a North East reservoir dam, following a successful pilot project.
Severn Trent Water looks to supply chain for solutions to monitor structural health of wastewater assets
Severn Trent Water are looking to find suppliers which have the technical capabilities to help improve its ability to monitor structural health of its wastewater assets to identify and address potential problems within its wastewater network.
Ofwat flags up concerns over asset resilience performance commitments
David Black, Senior Director, Water 2020 at Ofwat, has outlined the regulator's concerns about how shortcomings in the water companies’ approach to asset management and maintenance are impacting on resilience, a key theme of PR19.
Ofwat: systems thinking approach must be at heart of water sector resilience
Ofwat is calling for the water companies to adopt a systems thinking mindset at all levels of their businesses as part of their resilience business planning for the upcoming 2020-25 AMP7 investment programme.
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South Staffordshire Plc earns prestigious RoSPA global health and safety award
UK-headquartered South Staffordshire Plc, the integrated services group operating within the UK critical infrastructure and essential services markets, has received a prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Award for global health and safety excellence. -
Balfour Beatty achieves 99.1% Responsible Sourcing on major Thames Estuary infrastructure project
Balfour Beatty, the UK’s largest construction and infrastructure provider, has delivered exceptional environmental results on the Thames Estuary Asset Management 2100 (TEAM2100) framework, one of the nation’s most ambitious flood defence initiatives. -
Xylem Flygt pumps selected for Transport for London’s Silvertown Tunnel
The Silvertown Tunnel’s pumping system is reducing the risk of flooding, delays and costly maintenance, while supporting the long-term resilience of London’s transport network, says Ian Ireland, large pumping projects programme manager, Xylem UK. -
Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia.
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