Institution of Civil Engineers calls on government to commission independent economic review to ‘jump-start’ climate adaptation
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is calling for the government to commission a review of the economic value of climate adaptation, which could have a similar catalysing impact as the Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change and the Dasgupta Review on the Economics of Biodiversity.
Clancy steps up investment supported by strong financial results - £498 million in revenue for 2025-26 and £2.8 billion forward order book
Clancy has published its results for the 2025-26 financial year, showing steady growth as it delivers against increasing infrastructure demand.
Drought, heat and water shortages - Scottish Water CEO explains why Scotland is not immune
In the run-up to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition hosted in Glasgow in October, Scottish Water CEO Alex Plant explains why Scotland must prepare for drought, extreme weather and future water challenges.
NI Water to start ground investigation works in Mayobridge ahead of connections needed for new pumping station
NI Water is to carry out ground investigation works In Mayobridge, ahead of connections being made later this year to a water booster pumping station currently under construction in the area.
Bristol sets sights on becoming UK's first Wetland City - over 200 wetland projects planned
Bristol has set its sights on becoming UK's first Wetland City - over 200 wetland projects are planned for Bristol, in the first part of an ambitious programme to help UK cities combat the impacts of climate breakdown.
United Utilities tenders £18 million AMP8 framework contract for water efficiency devices and flow regulators
United Utilities has gone out to tender with an AMP8 framework contract for water efficiency devices and flow regulators with an estimated total value of £18 million including VAT.
Tendring District Council invites suppliers to register interest for £900k potential future procurement of drainage works and outfall installation
Tendring District Council is inviting suppliers to register their interest in the potential future procurement of drainage works and installation of an outfall with a total estimated value of £900,000 including VAT.
Northern Ireland Water awards c£1.2 million contract for risk management advisory services
Northern Ireland Water has awarded a contract for risk management advisory services with an estimated value of £1.176 million including VAT.
Water Breakthrough Challenge 7 to award £50 million to accelerate transformational innovation in water sector
The Water Innovation Fund has launched the seventh Water Breakthrough Challenge, which will award up to £50 million to collaborative innovations that tackle the water sector’s biggest issues.
Environment Agency starts construction work on £13 million Skinningrove Flood Alleviation Scheme
The Environment Agency has started work a £13 million flood scheme in Skinningrove, replacing Stone Row Bridge and ending the need for manual flood gates.
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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. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies.
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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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