FT levels further harsh criticism at water sector and Ofwat
The Financial Times has levelled further swingeing criticism at the UK water sector and Ofwat in a new article which says that privatisation has failed and investment has only been achieved “at a heavy cost to consumers.”
Government must get better at valuing costs and benefits of infrastructure
A new report evaluating how the UK appraises infrastructure projects says that the Government must get better at valuing the costs and benefits of infrastructure.
European Investment Bank provides €420m water infrastructure loan for Portugal
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing a €420 million loan to Águas de Portugal (AdP) and its operating subsidiaries to finance investments in water infrastructure in Portugal.
KPMG report raises serious concerns over Ofwat approach to PR19
A report commissioned by Affinity Water, Anglian Water and Northumbrian Water has raised serious concerns about Ofwat’s approach to total market returns, suggesting that it could have serious implications for the financing of the 2020-25 upcoming AMP7 investment programme.
Macquarie consortium completes £2.3bn UK Green Investment Bank deal
A Macquarie-led consortium has successfully completed the acquisition of the UK Green Investment Bank Ltd from the UK Government for £2.3 billion.
Slovenia - EU funds €69m water management networks upgrade
The European Commission is to provide €69 million of EU funds for upgraded water management networks in Slovenia.
Anglian Water issues first ever utilities sector Green Bond
Anglian Water has made financial history this week with the issue of the first ever utility sector Sterling (GBP) Green Bond - the £250 million Bond will finance a range of activities that support its ambitious Love Every Drop sustainability strategy.
Government plans new National Investment Fund to back innovative UK firms
The UK Government is consulting on plans announced today for a new National Investment Fund to help cutting-edge British start-ups become world-leading unicorns – innovative firms valued over $1 billion USD.
USS acquires 11% stake in Thames Water
Universities Superannuation Scheme Ltd, the sole corporate trustee of one of the UK’s largest pension funds, has agreed to acquire a combined 10.94% stake in Kemble Water Holdings Ltd, the ultimate holding company of Thames Water.
Canadian pension fund increases investment in Thames Water
Borealis Infrastructure, the infrastructure investment manager of OMERS, the pension plan for municipal workers in Ontario, Canada, has today announced the purchase of an additional 5.5% interest in Kemble Water Holdings Ltd, the ultimate holding company of Thames Water.
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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
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