Leading utility services provider Morrison Utility has been awarded a three-year extension to its existing Water Services Agreement (WSA) contract with Yorkshire Water.
The contract ensures that Morrison Utility Services retains sole operational responsibility for all water networks repair and maintenance (R&M) activities, as well as developer and metering services, across Yorkshire Water’s entire geographic footprint.
Helen Phillips, Director of Customer Service and Networks, Yorkshire Water, said:
“We are delighted to be extending our relationship with Morrison Utility Services for a further 3 years. Working in partnership with Morrison Utility Services is key to being able to deliver our future aspirations and outcomes for customers.”
Morrison Utility Services has established a strong track record with Yorkshire Water. The two companies have collaborated on the deployment of several innovative technologies and initiatives designed to minimise customer disruption and supply interruption across the Yorkshire Water network.
Charles Morrison, Chief Executive, Morrison Utility Services, commented:
“This extension enables us to continue to develop our excellent, collaborative relationship with Yorkshire Water that is based on safe, cost-efficient and innovative operations that deliver a positive customer experience across its operational territory.”
The Water Services Agreement contract extension will commence on 1st April 2015.
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