Innovation and established technology go hand in hand in AMP6
In an Expert Focus interview for Waterbriefing, Steve Morris, Managing Director of Huber Technology, waste water treatment solutions specialists who work with all the main UK water companies and their contractors and delivery partners, talks to Elaine Coles, Managing Editor at Waterbriefing about how continuous innovation in an established product sets it apart from the competition.
LR Foundation publishes Foresight review of structural integrity and systems performance
The Lloyd’s Register Foundation, the leading UK charity supporting engineering-related research and education worldwide, has launched its Foresight review of structural integrity and systems performance.
United Utilities puts water tech of the future on display
Technology which could reduce the cost of customer bills in future went on display yesterday at United Utilities.
Reports highlight economic impact of business innovation funding
Two independent reports commissioned by Innovate UK, the Government's innovation agency, have highlighted the benefits to the UK economy of funding support for innovative business projects.
Europe invests €16bn in funding for research and innovation via Horizon 2020
The European Commission will boost competitiveness by investing almost €16 billion in research and innovation in the next two years under Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation funding scheme.
Security for the Internet of Things: applications open for £2m UK Govt innovation funding
Innovate UK, the Government’s innovation agency, has launched a new funding competition inviting companies to apply for £2 million of funding to address potential security problems and challenges related to the ‘Internet of Things’.
United Utilities trials enhanced phosphate removal process
United Utilities is upgrading the sewerage system serving Grasmere - some of the money will be spent to enhance phosphorus removal at Grasmere wastewater treatment works, while the remainder will be used to keep the local sewer network flowing more smoothly.
New report: annual IT spend by European utilities to reach $18.4bn by 2019
Total year-end IT spending by western European utilities is expected to reach $18.4 billion by 2019, according to a new IT spending forecast report.
Severn Trent Water improves network management with better asset data
Severn Trent Water has improved the accuracy of its network asset data by introducing an innovative approach using mobile GIS (Geographical Information System) from Esri UK.
US Geological Survey tool predicts pesticides in waterways
A new interactive mapping tool created by the US Geological Survey provides predicted concentrations for 108 pesticides in streams and rivers and identifies which are most likely to exceed water-quality guidelines for human health or aquatic life.
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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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