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Severn Trent unlocks new value from its energy usage - offsetting income while advancing sustainability goals
Explore how demand-side response could unlock new revenue and reduce energy costs without disrupting critical operations. Andrea Ferrari, Customer Success Manager at Enel X, looks at Severn Trent Water, which has successfully enrolled seven sites in the Capacity Market, generating over £670,000 in revenue while supporting sustainability and resilience goals.
Xylem Flygt pumps selected for Transport for London’s Silvertown Tunnel
The Silvertown Tunnel’s pumping system is reducing the risk of flooding, delays and costly maintenance, while supporting the long-term resilience of London’s transport network, says Ian Ireland, large pumping projects programme manager, Xylem UK.
Affinity Water awards direct contract for water meter data management solution
Affinity Water has made a direct contract award for a water meter data management solution worth an estimated £192,000 (inc VAT).
Wessex Water awards £multi-million pound AMP8 Design and Build Contractors (Minor Works) Framework
Wessex Water has awarded multiple contracts for its £multi-million pound AMP8 Design and Build Contractors (Minor Works) Framework - the contract was tendered in 2024 via the Achilles UVDB qualification system.
Scottish Water starts work on third phase of £16m project to upgrade strategic rising sewer main
Work on the third phase of a £16 million project to upgrade a strategic rising sewer main carrying waste water from Renfrew for treatment in Glasgow is getting underway.
United Utilities progresses multi-million pound AMP8 investment projects
United Utilities is progressing a number of multi-million pound AMP8 projects, including seven projects to boost water quality around the Eden Valley which are due to start this month.
Pennon Group appoints current Affinity Water CEO Keith Haslett as new Group Chief Executive
Pennon Group has announced the appointment of Keith Haslett, currently the CEO of Affinity Water, as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director.
Drinking Water Inspectorate issues court summons for South West Water prosecution
The Drinking Water Inspectorate has announced that a court summons has been issued to South West Water for prosecution for potential offences under section 70(1) of the Water Industry Act 1991.
£10 million-plus in water company fines fund local restoration projects via Water Restoration Fund
Over £10 million in water company fines has been channelled through the Water Restoration Fund into cleanup projects to repair the damage done by sewage, benefitting communities and the environment which have been harmed by rule breaking.
Severn Trent Water awards £200 million AMP8 contract for AMI Meters
Severn Trent Water has awarded an AMP8 contract for AMI meters for itself and sister company Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyfyngedig - the contract had an estimated value put at £200 million when it went out to tender in October 2024.
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Future Water Networks November 2026 kicks off with AMP8 Year in Water review
The Future Water Association’s annual Networks November event kicked off last week with a Year in Water Review – a recap on the past year and what it means for the sector going forward. -
South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK.
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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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