Deloitte report says $16 trillion investment needed in global water sector by 2030
A study in a recent report by global consultancy firm Deloitte on the challenges facing the global water industry has suggested that $16 trillion should be dedicated to water infrastructure over the next two decades.
Green Construction Board secures £1m investment
Business Minister Mark Prisk will today announce that the Green Construction Board (GCB) has secured £1 million to bolster its operations.
One in three construction companies nearly go bust due to late payments
Two thirds of construction companies admit that they pay their own suppliers late while one in three have come close to going out of business due to late payments, a survey has revealed.
South Korean pension fund amongst expected bidders for Veolia UK
At least two high-profile consortia including two large pension funds are set to compete for the UK water assets of French firm Veolia Environnement.
Ofwat price proposals spark major concerns for UK water sector investors
Water industry regulator Ofwat is planning further consultations on its proposals to make radical changes to the way it sets prices following high-level concerns expressed by the water companies and both UK and overseas investors.
Government starts search for green infrastructure fund managers
The UK Green Investments (UKGI) team, which will manage investment in the UK’s green infrastructure, is seeking interest from experienced fund managers to run Government-managed accounts of up to £100 million to invest in the non-domestic energy efficiency infrastructure sector.
Water companies call for “pragmatic approach” to social tariffs
UK water companies are calling for water industry watchdogs Ofwat and the Consumer Council for Water to adopt a pragmatic approach to proposals for the introduction of social tariffs for water bills.
Chancellor calls for more Asian investment in UK infrastructure
Moodys gives Northumbrian Water positive credit rating and improved outlook
Credit ratings agency Moody's has affirmed Northumbrian Water's ratings at Baa1, and changed its outlook to stable from negative.
Government sets out National Infrastructure Plan
The Government has published an updated National Infrastructure Plan containing major commitments to improve the UK’s transport and broadband networks as well as steps to attract major new private sector investment.
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Barhale completes two Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects for Severn Trent
Barhale has completed work on two separate Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects it is carrying out for Severn Trent. -
Börger UK relocates to larger premises as sales continue to grow
Börger UK, which has firmly established itself as a leading pump brand since it was set up in Staffordshire in 2004, has moved into bigger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury. -
Register for HUBER Technology UK webinar on water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications
HUBER Technology UK & Ireland are inviting people to register for their March webinar where they will be providing information about HUBER water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications. -
Sulzer launches global Water Treatment Center of Excellence for integrated water solutions
Sulzer has launched a new global Center of Excellence (CoE) for Water Treatment Solutions - the CoE consolidates Sulzer’s wastewater treatment expertise in a unified and global manner.
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