Pennon Group develops South West Growth Charter
A Growth Charter developed by Pennon Group, owners of South West Water and Bournemouth Water, aimed at boosting prosperity and productivity in the South West, has been sent to Government ahead of the Chancellor's Autumn Statement.
Northumbrian Water staff win WaterAid’s Water Innovators Programme 2016
Dragons’ Den entrepreneur Deborah Meaden has named staff from Northumbrian Water as winners in WaterAid’s Water Innovators Programme 2016 for their inventive solutions to improve access to better hygiene in Cambodia.
Scottish Water International completes major Canadian contract
The international arm of Scottish Water has completed its second major assignment in the Western Canadian City of Calgary.
Irish Water: 4 water supplies removed from Remedial Action List in Co Galway
Four water supplies in Co Galway have been removed from the Environmental Protection Agencies (EPA) latest Remedial Action List (RAL) which was published this week.
Bristol Water applies to exit retail market
Bristol Water has applied to the Secretary of State at DEFRA for permission to exit the non household retail market in readiness for market opening.
South West Water starts work on £11.8m investment schemes
South West Water has started work on two major investment schemes worth a combined £11.8 million in total.
Yorkshire Water: no dig technology to add 75 years to underground infrastructure lifespan
Yorkshire Water is planning to utilise a new ‘no dig’ pipe lining system to increase the lifespan of its underground sewers and water mains by up to 75 years.
Future Water Association meeting updates
The Future Water association has issued a number of meeting updates reminding members they need to sign up to attend. The Future Water Association has issued a number of meeting updates reminding members they need to sign up to attend.
Housebuilding - water companies maintain high standards for developers
The water industry is continuing to play its part in the delivery of new homes in the UK by maintaining its high standards of services to developers, according to the latest performance report from industry trade body Water UK for the period July to September 2016.
Scottish Water progresses £5m+ WTW upgrade
Scottish Water’s new £5 million water treatment plant in Whalsay is starting to take shape after a major part of the structure arrived on site this week.
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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. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60.
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United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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What's to be done about the UK's failing utilities - is special administration the solution?
What is to be done about the UK’s failing utilities? Listen to Professor Dieter Helm explore the options to tackle the UK’s failing utilities – Thames Water, the Royal Mail and Network Rail in particular.
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