New report highlights key failings and missed opportunities for UK water sector
A new report published by the Department for Business Innovation and Skills has highlighted major failings and missed opportunities in the UK water sector – at both Government, regulatory and water companies level.
Syrinix to join European smart water project
Pipeline monitoring specialist Syrinix has been invited to join a European consortium to design the drinking water supply network of the future.
World first for hi-tech Yorkshire Water pipelining project
An innovative technique which extends the life of water pipes and removes the need to dig up the road is great news for people in Wetherby, where a new material has been used by Yorkshire Water for the first time ever on a live project in the world.
PwC report says innovators expect 60%+ growth and new revenues of US$250bn in next 5 years
The world's most innovative companies expect to grow by more than 60% over the next five years, adding a total of more than US$250 billion in new revenues as a result of sophisticated approaches to innovation in all areas of their operations.
New method for wastewater treatment could replace activated carbon
A new novel adsorbent for removing emerging contaminants from wastewater that is more effective, reusable and environmentally friendly, has been developed by researchers in Temple University’s Water and Environmental Technology (WET) Center.
New research says removal of bacteria key to safety and cleanliness of drinking water
Bacteria commonly found in drinking water create conditions which enable other - potentially harmful - bacteria to thrive, says new research by engineers from the University of Sheffield.
ETV receives warm reception at WRc workshop
The new Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) received favourable views among delegates at a WRc event yesterday, but there were minor reservations from the supply chain about engagement from the water companies.
£1.5m funding for solving water and environment challenges
The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has awarded £1.5 million of funding for seven multidisciplinary projects to meet specific challenges in the water and environment sectors.
Innovative UV technology set to transform legionella treatment
The issue of effective legionella bacterium treatment is currently the focus of a consultation launched by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) at the beginning of June on the control of legionella bacteria in water systems – and an innovative UV technology looks set to play an increasingly role in its treatment.
Innovative Durban leakage project has lessons for UK
The UK water companies could learn some useful lessons from a project in Durban, South Africa, which reduced mains pipes burst by 67% - and delivered total annual savings of £93k from an initial investment of £14K in innovative new technology developed in the UK.
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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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