New research to focus on state of innovation in UK water sector
A new research initiative to look at the current state of innovation in the UK water sector will look at both the development and uptake of innovative technologies -and how the UK can gain a share of a global marketplace worth an estimated $424 billion.
Annual IT spending by Western European utilities to reach $12.7bn by 2017
Spending on IT by Western European utilities will reach $12.7 billion a year by 2017, according to a new forecast report published by IDC Energy Insights.
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.
Water Bill to make industry “fit for the 21st century”
The Government has today published the long-awaited Water Bill which sets out water industry reform and clauses on flood insurance.
Severn Trent takeover bidders ‘not able to bridge value gap’
Severn Trent has said the LongRiver Partners consortium has "not been able, or willing, to bridge the value gap" after the suitors walked away from a potential deal yesterday.
Severn Trent bid to be dropped
Borealis Infrastructure Management and its partners in the LongRiver Consortium have announced the abandoning of a £5.3 billion offer for Severn Trent.
Nomenca profits climb 28% as North Mid returns to profit
Nomenca, the mechanical and electrical subsidiary of North Midland Construction, has seen profits climb 28.4% to £1.32 million, as reported in its financial results for year ended 31 December 2012.
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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
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