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
Anglian Water awards c£70 million AMP8 Ecology & Hydrology Surveys and Assessments Framework
Anglian Water has awarded an AMP8 framework contract for ecology & hydrology surveys and assessments with an estimated total value of almost £70 million including VAT.
Ofwat confirms £44.7 million enforcement package for Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water
Ofwat has confirmed its final decision to formally accept a £44.7 million enforceable package of undertakings from Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water.
Bristol Water - major £66 million upgrade to Bristol’s water network aims to cut interruptions and boost resilience
Bristol Water is delivering a major programme of improvements to the pipes, treatment works and reservoirs that supply drinking water across the region over the next four years.
Scottish Water announces plans for major multi-million pound bioresources upgrade project for Glasgow
Scottish Water has announced plans for a major multi-million pound bioresources upgrade project for Glasgow – the utility is seeking feedback on proposals for the replacement of its bioresources treatment plant in Daldowie.
United Utilities launches multi-million pound AMP8 investment in Troutbeck
United Utilities is set to start work on two projects which will see upgrades to both the water and United wastewater network in Troutbeck - the water company for the North West is investing more than £4.8 million on both schemes.
EWR seeks supply chain engagement ahead of tendering £360m contract for Integration Technical Operations Assurance & Environmental Partner
The East West Railway Company has launched an early market engagement exercise seeking supply chain interest ahead of a future £360 million (inc VAT) procurement for an Integration Technical Operations Assurance & Environmental Partner for the delivery of East West Rail (EWR), a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project providing new and upgraded rail links between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge.
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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
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
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest. -
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