Construction sector: Government must speed up infrastructure investment
UK construction leaders are calling on central government and local authorities to speed up investment in infrastructure projects and promote investment in the industry as an important means of stimulating jobs and growth.
85% of Londoners back Thames Tunnel, poll shows
More than eight out of ten Londoners support the Thames Tunnel, proposed to help tackle growing sewage pollution in the River Thames, a new survey commissioned by Thames Water has revealed.
White Paper weak on metering: CIWEM welcomes EFRA committee report
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environment Management (CIWEM) has welcomed the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee’s report on the Water White Paper, which lacks any targets to increase levels of water metering.
Thames Tunnel in top 100 global infrastructure projects
The KPMG Infrastructure 100, a league table showcasing 100 of the most innovative infrastructure projects from around the world, includes Thames Water’s “supersewer” project, the Tideway Tunnel.
Behaviour change approach to water-saving could have global impact
An innovative program undertaken by projects firm Sinclair Knight Merz (SKM) for the Water Corporation of Western Australia has demonstrated the effectiveness of using voluntary behaviour change techniques in tackling scarce water problems.
Teen movie to prevent reservoir tragedies
A hard-hitting film has been launched today on www.notagame.co.uk to warn teenagers about the potentially fatal consequences of swimming in reservoirs this summer.
Look east for solutions in the water market
Asian water utilities and technologies are playing an increasingly significant role in the global water sector. In drought zones and super-cities the challenges of water management are many, but several companies in Israel and Singapore have developed cutting edge technology and optimal water efficiency in order to meet ever greater demands.
London Assembly examines key issues for London’s water supplies
With the capital officially in drought after two years of below-average rainfall, the London Assembly will today examine what is being done in the short and longer term to ease pressure on limited water supplies.
Engineers warn UK water security is at critical point
Leading civil engineering body, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), has today called for decisive and prompt action to tackle the UK’s water security, which they warn will continue to worsen if not addressed urgently.
Smart water network needed for sustainable water management
Smart grid communications specialist Sensus has urged the Government to develop a smart water network to drive efficiency and improve water management.
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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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