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EA moves step closer to planning application for £450m+ River Thames flood defence scheme
The Environment Agency has moved a step closer to submitting the planning application for the £450 million-plus River Thames flood defence scheme with the completion of the final outline design.
European Commission provides extra €2bn+ to fast track creation of European Innovation Council
The European Commission has taken a decisive step to fast forward the creation of a European Innovation Council with the announcement of a further €2 billion-plus of dedicated funding in 2019-2020.
Xylem MD warns: industry needs to change its mentality in order to combat water shortages
Following the prediction by Environment Agency Chief Executive Sir James Bevan last week that England will face water shortages within 25 years, Xylem Managing Director Jason Howlett is warning that industry will need to change its mentality in order to combat the crisis.
New report warns world’s largest companies using more water despite growing water risks
Companies are reporting greater exposure to water risks yet withdrawing more water, according to new research by the non-profit global environmental disclosure platform CDP.
MPs warned over funding problems for critical rail and road infrastructure at risk from coastal erosion in Wales
MPs taking part in a House of Commons debate last week were told of ongoing problems in obtaining funding to protect key elements of Wales’ critical infrastructure at serious risk from coastal erosion.
Thames Water and Network Rail work together to protect environment
An environmentally-friendly herbicide is keeping tracks and taps flowing up and down the country thanks to a partnership between water companies and Network Rail.
Alan Belfield appointed as Chairman of Arup Group
Dr Alan Belfield will take over as Chairman of Arup Group from 1 April 2019.
WaterSafe & Home Builders Federation - new initiative to help developers make homes more water efficient
WaterSafe, the UK register of approved plumbers, is working in partnership with the Home Builders Federation to help developers play their part in creating a more water-efficient future for the UK.
Thames Water tenders £10m-plus data management services contract
Thames Water has gone out to tender with a contract for data management services worth an estimated £10 million-plus.
Northumbrian Water commits to eradicate water poverty by 2030
Northumbrian Water is committing to eradicate water poverty in their supply area by 2030 by 2030.
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BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies. -
ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
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. -
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