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Single multi-utility regulator for energy and water in independent Scotland?
The Scottish Government is proposing that a single multi-utility regulator covering electricity, gas and water should be established in Scotland in the event of a “yes” vote for independence.
Mouchel strengthens its Water Design & Build team
International infrastructure and business services group Mouchel has strengthened its water team with the appointment of Lee Horrocks as Business Unit Director for Water Design & Build.
Ofwat publishes links to revised AMP6 business plans
Industry regulator Ofwat has published links to the water companies revised AMP6 Business Plans.
United Utilities tenders £11m analysis services contract
United Utilities has gone out to tender with a contract worth up to £11 million for the provision of sampling and analysis services for CIP2/P1.
MMO consults on South marine plan areas
The Marine Management Organisation has launched a consultation on its draft vision for the next 20 years in the South marine plan areas and the objectives needed to help achieve it.
Crown Estate unlocks further UK wave and tidal current opportunities
The Crown Estate, manager of the UK seabed, has announced that it has agreed seabed rights for six new wave and tidal current demonstration zones, which for the first time will enable locally-based organisations to manage and sub-let parts of the seabed to a range of wave and tidal stream developers.
Further job cuts on the cards at Ofwat
Further job cuts are on the cards at Ofwat in Birmingham, where the water industry regulator is set to make more redundancies according to a report on ITV News.
ICE on London: "A world class city needs world class infrastructure"
If London is to maintain its standing as a world class city, it needs world class infrastructure networks that have sufficient capacity, are resilient and equip the capital for the challenges ahead, according to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) London.
EU-industry partnerships seek innovation boost with first €1bn for projects
Research partnerships between the EU, the private sector and Member States today presented their first calls for projects and partners under Horizon 2020, the EU's €80 billion research and innovation programme.
Welsh Government wants to bring reservoir safety proposals into force immediately
The Welsh Government has launched a new consultation on reservoir safety in Wales to bring new proposals into force immediately.
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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. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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- Havant Thicket Reservoir project - Ofwat consults on draft decision on revised delivery dates and significantly increased funding
- Ofwat consults on change of ownership for Southern Water following minority stake acquisition by new investor
- Portsmouth Water partners with Vyntelligence to launch personalised water efficiency support
- WSP announces decision to withdraw proposed offer for Arcadis N.V.
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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. -
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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- Havant Thicket Reservoir project - Ofwat consults on draft decision on revised delivery dates and significantly increased funding
- Ofwat consults on change of ownership for Southern Water following minority stake acquisition by new investor
- WSP announces decision to withdraw proposed offer for Arcadis N.V.
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