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WSP appointed to Government's CPS2 framework for Flood Risk and Asset Management services
WSP, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, has been appointed to the Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) Construction Professional Services 2 (CPS2) framework (RM6356) for the Flood Risk and Asset Management (FRAM) Lots, securing places on all three Lots covering technical, environmental, and commercial and programme management services.
Regulator approves record €13.6 billion investment in Uisce Éireann’s water and wastewater infrastructure for 2025-2029
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), Ireland’s independent energy and water regulator, has published its Final Determination for Revenue Control 4 (RC4) which sets the allowed expenditures and associated revenues for Uisce Éireann for the period 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2029.
European Commission launches call for evidence on digital action plan for EU water sector
The European Commission has launched a call for evidence to support the development of an EU-wide Action Plan on digitalisation in the water sector, including an initiative on smart meters for all.
South East Water in breach of licence condition after Moody’s downgrades credit rating
Moody’s Ratings has downgraded South East Water (Finance) Ltd to Ba1 from Baa3 and assigned a Ba1 Corporate Family Rating (CFR) and Ba2-PD probability of default rating to South East Water, taking it to junk status and putting it in breach of its licence condition with Ofwat.
Anglian Water invites applications to register for Market Launch Event for Fens Reservoir SRO
Anglian Water (AWS) is planning to host a Market Launch Event for the Fens Reservoir Strategic Resource Option (SRO) in June - the event forms a key part of the company’s market engagement strategy and marks a significant milestone for this critical national infrastructure project.
Scottish Water completes major restoration of Palnackie harbour wall
Scottish Water has completed its major project to repair and strengthen the harbour wall at Palnackie, helping protect the local environment and vital infrastructure serving the community.
Commons Committee to explore how UK should adapt to extreme heat amid record-breaking May temperatures
Next week the cross-party House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee will explore how the UK should adapt to a rapidly heating climate after the UK recorded its highest ever May temperature on Tuesday 26 May.
South East Water launches consultation on Drought Plan for 2027-2032
South East Water has published its draft Drought Plan 2027–2032, which sets out the steps it would take during periods of drought or high demand to ensure it delivers a reliable drinking water supply for the essential needs of drinking, washing, cooking and cleaning.
Hot weather - Anglian Water sounds warning note about water resources
Anglian Water is sounding a warning note about water resources heading into the summer in the light of the current hot weather.
South East Water apologises to customers for ongoing water supply issues during hot weather
South East Water has apologised to all of its customers across Kent that are experiencing ongoing water supply issues, driven by high demand for water.
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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. -
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.
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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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