Northumbrian Water’s maintenance apprenticeship scheme earns IET Accreditation
Northumbrian Water has announced that its Maintenance Apprenticeship Scheme has officially been accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). This highlights the scheme’s exceptional standards in engineering training and professional development.
Yorkshire Water progresses work on AMP8 water mains upgrade programme
Yorkshire Water is getting ready to start work on two new projects as part of its £406 million investment to replace more than 1,000km of water mains across the region during AMP8.
Scientific study shows HydroGraph Inc's graphene solution removes 100% of toxic industrial dyes in minutes
Vancouver-based firm HydroGraph Inc., a leading producer of ultra-pure graphene, has announced the publication of a peer-reviewed study that demonstrates the potential of using HydroGraph graphene as a scalable solution for industrial wastewater treatment.
Smartvatten - LeakLook acquisition creates one of Europe’s largest water monitoring and analytics platforms
Smartvatten, a leading European provider of sustainable digital water management solutions, today announces the acquisition of LeakLook, a Finnish pioneer in submetering and IoT-enabled water monitoring. The deal creates one of Europe’s largest water monitoring and analytics platforms, covering over 40,000 properties in 30+ countries.
Thames Water to host supply chain launch event in September for £1 billion AMP8/9 Major Projects Framework
Thames Water is planning to host an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) launch event on 18 September for an upcoming tender for its AMP8/9 Major Projects Framework worth an estimated £1 billion (ex VAT).
United Utilities awards £5.6 million AMP8 contract for supply of LV electric motors
United Utilities has awarded an AMP8 contract for supply of LV electric motors, predominantly on a replacement basis for motors linked to the water company’s existing assets, worth an estimated £5.6 million (ex VAT).
Thames Water tenders AMP8 contract for waste tankering and cleaning services
Thames Water has gone out to tender with an AMP8 contract to put a framework in place for the provision of waste tankering and cleaning services.
Northumbrian Water nearly doubles number of leaks repaired between January and June compared to 2024
Figures released by Northumbrian Water has shown that between January and June the number of leaky pipes repaired has increased by 45 per cent in 2025 compared to 2024.
Uisce Éireann completes first first phase of project to rationalise Adare’s water supply
Uisce Éireann has completed the first phase of works to rationalise Adare’s water supply - the project aims to improve the security and resilience of the water supply for homes and businesses across Adare.
DfT launches market engagement to appoint Strategic Sale Advisor for Lower Thames Crossing
The Department for Transport has launched an early market engagement exercise for a Strategic Sale Advisor for the proposed Lower Thames Crossing road and tunnel. 
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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
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