Safeguarding London from drought - Thames Water consults on Teddington Direct River Abstraction project
Thames Water has today launched a major 10- week statutory public consultation on its proposed Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) project - the nationally significant infrastructure project aim is to provide a safe, secure and sustainable water supply for millions of Londoners during drought, supported by water recycling.
Thames Water begins new water quality trial to support London drought resilience proposals
Thames Water has started a new water quality trial to safeguard drinking water supplies to millions of households and businesses across London.
Thames Water announces design changes to London drought resilience project
Thames Water has published a series of design changes to its proposed Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) project following consultation feedback from over 2,000 people.
Thames Water appoints Jacobs Mott MacDonald jv as new Technical Partner on Teddington Direct River Abstraction project
Thames Water has appointed Jacobs and Mott MacDonald (Jacobs Mott MacDonald joint venture) as its Technical Partner to lead development proposals for vital new infrastructure to tackle the risk of drought in London.
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Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
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