Pennon Group confirms start date of new Chief Executive Officer
Further to Pennon Group's previous announcement on 2 October 2025 that Keith Haslett would succeed Susan Davy as its new Chief Executive following the conclusion of his notice period at Affinity Water, Pennon has announced that the appointment will take effect from 1 April 2026.
Southern Water to triple early careers recruitment in 2026
Southern Water is looking to take on more than 90 graduates and apprentices before the end of 2026 – three times last year’s total.
Thames Water is offering 145 apprenticeship positions - with no upper age limit
Thames Water has today opened applications for 145 apprenticeships, offering potential candidates and career changers the opportunity to earn while they learn, gain industry recognised qualifications, and build long term careers in essential water and wastewater services.
Portsmouth Water marks major milestone at Havant Thicket Reservoir
Portsmouth Water is celebrating the successful completion of a key milestone at Havant Thicket Reservoir, the first major new UK reservoir in over 30 years.
Second round of public consultation on Grand Union Canal Transfer starts next week
The Grand Union Canal Transfer (GUCT) is launching its Phase Two Public Consultation – the second phase will run from Wednesday 11th February to Thursday 2nd April, with communities along the scheme’s proposed route able to contribute their thoughts and opinions on how the scheme is progressing.
Anglian Water set to progress work on flagship strategic pipeline project next week
Anglian Water is getting ready to carry out more work near Brigg for its flagship Strategic Pipeline project next week.
Scottish Water set to start work on £6 million project to improve water quality
Scottish Water is to begin work on a £6 million project to improve water quality and reduce sewer related debris entering a Midlothian water course.
United Utilities opens applications to recruit a record number of apprentices for 2026
United Utilities has opened applications to recruit a record number of apprentices for 2026. More than 100 opportunities are available across a wide range of roles spanning operations, water quality, digital technologies to engineering and electrical.
Customers challenge South East Water chiefs at launch of new Water Voice consumer panels
Customers demanded answers from South East Water chiefs over the company's handling of water supply disruption at the first meeting on Monday of a powerful new set of government-backed consumer panels.
Bluewater Bio secures significant investment from Verdane and Scott Capital Partners to fast-track global expansion
Bluewater Bio has secured significant investment from Verdane and Scott Capital Partners to fast-track global expansion – the company has announced a strategic partnership with Aquavest, Scott Capital Partners and Verdane, a leading mid market growth investment firm.
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Future Water Networks November 2026 kicks off with AMP8 Year in Water review
The Future Water Association’s annual Networks November event kicked off last week with a Year in Water Review – a recap on the past year and what it means for the sector going forward. -
South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
Hear how Scottish Water has completed its £235 million Ayrshire Glasgow Resilience Project - customers across Greater Glasgow, Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire will now benefit from a more secure and resilient water supply. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest.
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