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.
Bazalgette raises £300m from US institutional investors to finance Tideway Tunnel
Bazalgette Finance plc has announced that Bazalgette Tunnel Ltd, the company responsible for the construction of the Thames Tideway Tunnel, has signed an agreement with four institutional investors from the US for the placement of £300 million notes with maturity date 2032.
EU bank provides new EUR 450m loan for German river rehabilitation project
One of Europe's largest environmental projects is to receive additional support from the European Investment Bank (EIB) - the bank is providing a further EUR 450m loan to Emschergenossenschaft for the large-scale rehabilitation of the river system.
EU’s High-Level Expert Group on Sustainable Finance delivers early recommendations
The High-Level Expert Group on Sustainable Finance, established by the European Commission, has published its first report setting out concrete steps to create a financial system that supports sustainable investments.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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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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