Event News
Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades announces new approach to its annual conference
As the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) celebrates its 80th anniversary, it has announced a new approach to its annual conference, which...
Government, Policy & Regulation
Polluting water bosses face up to two years in prison
Water company bosses could face up to two years in prison due to new powers in force today, Friday 25 April 2025.
The new powers,...
Government, Policy & Regulation
Regulators have failed to deliver a trusted and resilient water sector, says the National Audit Office
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and water regulators have failed to drive necessary investment for the sector in the past...
Government, Policy & Regulation
Water UK calls for major reform in submission to Independent Water Commission
Water UK, the trade association representing all of the water and wastewater companies across Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland, is calling for major reform...
Government, Policy & Regulation
Richard Benwell, CEO of Wildlife and Countryside Link, tells government committee that nature isn’t a blocker to development, but should be a partner
The Public Bill Committee on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill met for the first time yesterday (Thursday 24 April 2025).
The committee heard oral evidence...
Market Analysis & Research
New UKWP white paper reveals AI opportunities for water sector
The UK Water Partnership (UKWP), in collaboration with British AI and data firm Aiimi, has published a new white paper, AI Within Reach, laying...
Market Analysis & Research
The Big River Watch begins today, with The Rivers Trust hoping it will be the UK and Ireland’s biggest ever mass participation survey of...
The Big River Watch has returned today, as members of the public are once again invited to participate in the citizen science survey dedicated...
Environmental News
WSP Binnies joint venture appointed to Environment Agency’s Ecological Services Framework
WSP, a multidisciplinary professional services consultancy, and Binnies, a whole lifecycle water and environmental services provider, have announced their appointment to the Environment Agency's...
Appointments & People
Stanley Capital Partners strengthens SePRO’s leadership with three senior board appointments
Stanley Capital Partners (“SCP”) together with Goldman Sachs Alternatives, have announced the appointment of Ed Daniels, Chris Morrison and Kevin Gundersen as Non-Executive Directors...
Water Company News
Work on £1.4 million solar project in Inverness complete
Scottish Water has completed work on a £1.4m solar project at a site in Inverness, which will help power essential waste water services in...
Market Analysis & Research
Social Market Foundation launches new report, “Piping Up: Unlocking the potential of independent water companies”
The Social Market Foundation (SMF), sponsored by the Independent Networks Association, has launched a new report, “Piping Up: Unlocking the potential of independent water...
Water Company News
Southern Water uses helicopter to deliver new treatment tank to Kent wastewater works
A new treatment tank landed at a Kent wastewater treatment works – dropped off by a helicopter.
The unusual delivery to the Bidborough site is...
Appointments & People
CERAFILTEC welcomes Dr. Ernst Lutz as Chief Technology Officer
CERAFILTEC, a global leader in ceramic membrane technology, has announced the appointment of Dr. Ernst Lutz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reporting directly to...
Industry News
Curio Water supports water industry in ozone compliance to tackle micropollutants
Curio is advising UK water companies on how to streamline the application process for ozone compliance under UK REACH regulations.
Curio Water is supporting the...
Environmental News
River restoration benefits catchment and the environment
Work to restore a river in the upper Conwy catchment is helping reduce flood risk downstream and boosting nature.
As part of Prosiect Uwch Conwy,...
Water Company News
Work underway on environmental protection scheme in Redcar and Cleveland village
Investment to protect the environment by upgrading and modifying the sewer network in a rural village is set to reduce storm overflow spills.
Northumbrian Water...
Industry News
Ematics becomes Schneider Electric’s first Certified Alliance SI Partner to gain three Segment Specialisms
Schneider Electric is celebrating Ematics’ achievement as the first Certified Alliance SI Partner to gain recognition in three segment specialisations. Ematics is a proven...
Environmental News
The Rivers Trust calls for a radical change in approach to water monitoring
The Rivers Trust is calling for a radical change in approach to water monitoring, especially using citizen science data alongside other regulated and academic...
Water Company News
Northumbrian Water selects Blackline Safety to safeguard workers and identify risks
Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) has announced that it has selected global connected safety technology company Blackline Safety Corp. to help uncover safety hazards and...
Water Vlogs
Protecting lone workers – with Dan Woodward, Northumbrian Water and Julian Jarvis, Blackline Safety
Dan Woodward, Process Safety Business Partner, Northumbrian Water Group (NWG), and Julian Jarvis, Zone Manager - UK, ROI & Scandinavia, Blackline Safety, discuss their...
Market Analysis & Research
National leakage centre location and design scoped out
The location and design for the National Leakage Research and Test Centre (NLRTC) have now been confirmed. The centre will provide a large, secure...
Industry News
Aviva and Quensus collaborate to support construction adherence with updated JCoP standards in 2025
Quensus, an award-winning smart water management firm, has announced it is now a Specialist Partner of Aviva, one of the UK’s largest insurance providers.
The...
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