Environment Agency issues 17 drought permits to Yorkshire Water
The Environment Agency has issued a further 17 drought permits to Yorkshire Water to allow the company to conserve more water in reservoirs to secure public drinking water supplies.
Thames Water invests £5.1 million in upgrading Biggin Hill water pipework
Thames Water is investing over £5 million in upgrading vital South London water pipework, replacing 3.9km of pipe in Biggin Hill, Bromley.
Uisce Éireann starts multi-million euro upgrade of Limerick Wastewater Treatment Plant
Uisce Éireann has commenced a critical infrastructure upgrade at the Limerick Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bunlicky, Co. Limerick. The ‘Interim’ Sludge Project will modernise the facility’s sludge treatment capabilities.
Severn Trent unlocks new value from its energy usage - offsetting income while advancing sustainability goals
Explore how demand-side response could unlock new revenue and reduce energy costs without disrupting critical operations. Andrea Ferrari, Customer Success Manager at Enel X, looks at Severn Trent Water, which has successfully enrolled seven sites in the Capacity Market, generating over £670,000 in revenue while supporting sustainability and resilience goals.
Wessex Water awards £multi-million pound AMP8 Design and Build Contractors (Minor Works) Framework
Wessex Water has awarded multiple contracts for its £multi-million pound AMP8 Design and Build Contractors (Minor Works) Framework - the contract was tendered in 2024 via the Achilles UVDB qualification system.
Affinity Water awards direct contract for water meter data management solution
Affinity Water has made a direct contract award for a water meter data management solution worth an estimated £192,000 (inc VAT).
Scottish Water starts work on third phase of £16m project to upgrade strategic rising sewer main
Work on the third phase of a £16 million project to upgrade a strategic rising sewer main carrying waste water from Renfrew for treatment in Glasgow is getting underway.
United Utilities progresses multi-million pound AMP8 investment projects
United Utilities is progressing a number of multi-million pound AMP8 projects, including seven projects to boost water quality around the Eden Valley which are due to start this month.
Pennon Group appoints current Affinity Water CEO Keith Haslett as new Group Chief Executive
Pennon Group has announced the appointment of Keith Haslett, currently the CEO of Affinity Water, as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director.
Drinking Water Inspectorate issues court summons for South West Water prosecution
The Drinking Water Inspectorate has announced that a court summons has been issued to South West Water for prosecution for potential offences under section 70(1) of the Water Industry Act 1991.
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Making storm overflow data make Sense – Metasphere launches dedicated monitoring device
With the UK government demanding a 50% reduction in storm overflow spills by 2029, the era of reactive management is over. Speaking in the House of Commons on 21 July 2025, then environment secretary Steve Reed said, “This Government will cut water companies’ sewage pollution in half by the end of the decade.” -
King’s Award for Enterprise shows ERG moving forward with growth in UK and Asia
ERG, the leading supplier of odour control systems and industrial gas cleaning & thermal systems, has been awarded the coveted King’s Award for Enterprise. -
Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
Welsh Water’s new artificial intelligence-driven tool, ORAI, has been shortlisted for three categories at the prestigious British Data Awards 2026 – underscoring the company’s commitment to using cutting-edge technology to deliver better outcome for customers. -
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.
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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. -
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