Innovate UK Business Connect launches Cross-Sector Water Innovation Network
Innovate UK Business Connect has announced the launch of the Cross-Sector Water Innovation Network (CSWIN) to drive collaboration and build lasting relationships with sectors interested in working with the water sector.
How can the rollout of new UK water infrastructure be accelerated?
In his latest Expert Focus article for Waterbriefing, Yännick van den Nieuwendijk. Managing Director Nordics, UK & Ireland at Amiblu, takes a constructive look at how the rollout of new UK water infrastructure can be accelerated - including the use of more innovative technologies and materials, alongside broadening the pool of suppliers.
Future Water: help drive change – contribute to the new Future Water Report Card
Future Water, the business support organisation for the UK water sector and the supply chain, is inviting the wider water sector supply chain to contribute to the new Future Water Report Card which provides an independent view of sector performance.
British Water launches annual supply chain survey 2025 on water and wastewater company performance
Leading UK trade association British Water has launched its 2025 water and wastewater company performance survey seeking comment from the supply chain on working with the UK utilities over the past 12 months.
Still time to register for Scotland Meet the Buyer National 2025 at Murrayfield Stadium next week
There’s still time to for suppliers to register for Scotland Meet the Buyer National 2025 which will take place next week from 9:30am to 3:30pm on Wednesday 4 June 2025 at Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh.
RAPID programme - Ofwat flags up £50 billion opportunities for investors and water sector supply chain
Ofwat is flagging up the £50 billion opportunities on offer for 30 major upcoming projects coming down the line in the RAPID programme with the publication of two separate Major Projects guides for the supply chain and for investors respectively.
Costain achieves leading standard for carbon management
Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, has achieved verification to PAS 2080:2023 Carbon Management in Infrastructure and Built Environment with the British Standards Institution (BSI).
Independent investigation by Deloitte clears NI Water following allegations of contractor fraud
An independent forensic team from Deloitte which conducted a detailed investigation following allegations of contractor fraud being raised at NI Water has found no evidence of fraud or wrongdoing by the water company.
Ofwat and the opportunity to transform the UK’s water infrastructure
In the first of a series of Expert Focus articles for WaterBriefing, Yännick van den Nieuwendijk, Managing Director Nordics, UK & Ireland, Amiblu explores some of the key steps and ways of working Ofwat should consider for the upcoming AMP8 investment programme.
Costain rolls out social value tool on infrastructure projects after successful trial in water sector
Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, is rolling out a new social value tool designed to help delivery teams consistently measure and improve social impact and outcomes across all of its projects.
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Expert speaker line-up and leading exhibitors to feature at next month’s National Civils Show, Floodex, National Drainage Show & Waterways Management in London
Attendees at next month’s National Civils Show, Floodex, National Drainage Show and Waterways Management on 26th and 27th November are set to benefit from an expert speaker line-up and the opportunity to visit a wide range of exhibitors all co-located in one place at Excel, London, one of the UK’s leading international exhibition and convention centres. -
Ovarro smart leak detection builds drought resilience worldwide
Tackling leakage is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways for utilities to bolster water security, writes Ben Crabtree, Product Line Director, Ovarro, revealing how the potential of smart technologies is being demonstrated around the world. -
South Staffordshire Plc earns prestigious RoSPA global health and safety award
UK-headquartered South Staffordshire Plc, the integrated services group operating within the UK critical infrastructure and essential services markets, has received a prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Award for global health and safety excellence. -
Balfour Beatty achieves 99.1% Responsible Sourcing on major Thames Estuary infrastructure project
Balfour Beatty, the UK’s largest construction and infrastructure provider, has delivered exceptional environmental results on the Thames Estuary Asset Management 2100 (TEAM2100) framework, one of the nation’s most ambitious flood defence initiatives.
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