Environment Agency warns England faces 5 billion litre public water shortage by 2055 without urgent action
The Environment Agency is warning that England faces a massive 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055 without urgent action to futureproof resources – and Read more
New research study finds widespread TFA “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers
A new research study published today has found widespread Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers - some locations had concentrations among the highest ever recorded globally. Read more
Severn Trent tenders £1.44 billion AMP8 Framework for tunnelling, drilling & shaft works for Build Only and Design & Build
Severn Trent Water has gone out to tender on behalf of itself and sister company Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyfyngedig with a major AMP8 Framework contract for Tunnelling, Drilling & Shaft Works for Build Only and Design & Build with an estimated total value of £1.44 billion including VAT.
Severn Trent Water tenders £17.28 million AMP8 framework contract for core networks services
Severn Trent Water has gone out to tender on behalf of itself and sister company Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyfyngedig with an AMP8 contract for core networks services with an estimated total value of £17.28 million (inc VAT).
Ofwat warns water companies over excessive increases in pay and retention payments without sufficient justification
Helen Campbell, Executive Director, Delivery at Ofwat, has written to the Remuneration Committee Chairs of the English and Welsh water companies warning them that excessive increases in base pay, retention payments or other types of remuneration without sufficient justification and transparency could undermine Ofwat’s objective of rebuilding public trust.
Thames Water seeks supply chain input on design and manufacture of innovative Anaerobic Wastewater Treatment system
Thames Water has launched a market engagement exercise seeking supply chain input from the wider water sector on the design and manufacture of an innovative Anaerobic Wastewater Treatment system.
Ofwat consults on Draft Reasons for specifying Thames Water White Horse Reservoir as Specified Infrastructure Project
Ofwat has launched a consultation seeking views on its proposed decision to specify the White Horse Reservoir as a Specified Infrastructure Project and on its proposal to issue a Preparatory Works Notice to Thames Water in respect of the reservoir.
New IWMI report examines why water receives limited attention in global financing discussions
A new report from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) examines why water continues to receive limited attention in global financing discussions, despite its central role in climate resilience and sustainable development.
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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. -
Börger UK relocates to larger premises as sales continue to grow
Börger UK, which has firmly established itself as a leading pump brand since it was set up in Staffordshire in 2004, has moved into bigger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury.
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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. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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