Ambiblu CEO - unless the UK water industry embraces new technologies and materials, it will never improve
In an Expert Focus article for WaterBriefing,Yännick van den Nieuwendijk. Managing Director Nordics, UK & Ireland at Amiblu, takes a look at why the UK water industry needs to embrace new technologies and materials, in order to improve.
British Water launches UK Water Innovation Map
British Water has announced the launch of the British Water Innovation Map, a strategic resource designed to support greater visibility, collaboration, and alignment across the UK water and wastewater innovation landscape.
Water Innovation Strategy Guide and living database launched by Spring
Spring, the UK and Ireland water sector’s innovation centre of excellence, has launched the Water Innovation Strategy Ecosystem Guide which aims to provide a clear view of innovation across the sector.
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.
Canada-based firm FREDsense launches first field-based PFAS detector delivering same-day, lab-quality results on site
Canadian-based firm FREDsense has launched the first field-based PFAS detector delivering same-day, lab-quality results on site - until now, testing for “forever chemicals” has required weeks of lab turnaround, slowing remediation, driving up costs and leaving communities exposed.
Ofwat’s sixth Water Breakthrough Challenge heralds £400 million of innovation funding through to 2030
The Ofwat Innovation Fund has launched the sixth Water Breakthrough Challenge which will award up to £50 million to groundbreaking, collaborative innovations that will help tackle the biggest challenges facing the water sector.
Deadline approaches to submit applications for Global Prize for Innovation in Water 2025
The deadline is approaching to submit applications for the Global Prize for Innovation in Water 2025 – closing date for applications is 14 September 2025.
Innovation Festival 2025 - top ten ideas could have potential value of £68 million per year
An AI-generated expert in your pocket, a Vinted-style marketplace for buying and selling land, and even smarter smart sewers are among some of the ideas to come out of Northumbrian Water’s Innovation Festival 2025.
Ofwat says adoption and roll out of innovation and move to mainstream activity remains challenge in water sector
Water regulator Ofwat says the adoption and roll out of innovation and move from trials and pilots to mainstream activity remains a challenge in the sector.
Registration now open for Northumbrian Water Innovation Festival in July 2025
The registration process has now opened to apply for tickets for Northumbrian Water’s Innovation Festival in which takes pace at Newcastle Racecourse between 7th-10th July 2025.
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Pumps prove to be smooth operators for Anglian Water
“SAS (Surplus Activated Sludge) is a bit weird and can do odd things,” says Stuart Chatten, Lead Bioresources Technician at Whitlingham Water Recycling Centre (WRC), one of Anglian Water’s principal centres for processing sewage, serving a population of 400,000. -
Owen Mace takes over as Director of BPF Plastic Pipes Group
Owen Mace has taken over as Director of the British Plastics Federation (BPF) Plastic Pipes Group on the retirement of Caroline Ayres. He was previously Standards and Technical Manager for the group. -
Ledbury engineering firm strengthens senior team as demand for water process systems grows
PureTec Separations, the Ledbury-based water treatment engineering firm, has appointed Dan Norman as its new Sales Manager – Water Process Systems, supporting the company’s continued growth in the UK and international markets. -
BactoCloud platform for bNovate’s BactoSense instruments brings new understanding of water quality
bNovate has launched BactoCloud, a secure cloud-based platform that connects and manages its BactoSense instruments, enabling real-time monitoring and optimization of microbial water quality.
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Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
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