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Government to announce £multi-billion infrastructure investment intiative
The Government is due to announce a £multi-billion infrastructure investment programme aimed at kick-starting the economy later today.
Efficient water filtration is a hot topic for Sheffield Homes
Sheffield Homes, set up by Sheffield City Council in 2004, which manages the continual improvement of council homes across Sheffield, has reduced heating and maintenance costs by investing in a high efficiency filtration system from IPS for its city-wide District Heating System.
PwC say Water White Paper set to herald major changes in water sector
Leading management consultancy PricewaterhouseCoopers has said that the upcoming Water White Paper will herald some major changes in the water sector.
United Utilities establishes one of Lancashire's biggest sand martin colonies
A project which helped establish one of Lancashire's biggest sand martin colonies has helped United Utilities earn a reputation as one of the world's most socially responsible companies.
South West Water turns in strong financial performance
Pennon Group, owners of South West Water, has this morning announced its latest financial results for the half year ended 30 September 2011.
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS ON SHOW FROM ACWA EMIRATES
Saudi Water and Power Forum 4th - 6th December 2011 The Jeddah Hilton, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
New report says water management trails climate change on boardroom agendas
New analysis has revealed that water management is trailing climate change on the boardroom agenda, despite the fact that the majority of reported water-related risks and opportunities are recognized as near term.
Council calls Super Sewer Summit to challenge Thames Water’s ‘ludicrous’ decision
The London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham Council has called an urgent public meeting to challenge what it describes as “Thames Water’s ‘ludicrous’ decision to dump the giant super sewer drive shaft on a residential street in Fulham.”
20% fall in profits at Atkins UK
Profits have fallen by 20% at Atkins, the UK’s largest engineering consultancy - operating profit was £24.6 million, down by 20.4% from £30.9 m in the six months ended September 2010. UK revenue also fell - down from £454.7 m for the same period last year to £420.4m.
Ofwat consults on Northumbrian Water takeover
Water industry regulator Ofwat has launched a consultation on the completed acquisition of Northumbrian Water Group Plc by UK Water (2011) Limited.
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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. -
Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60.
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United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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What is to be done about the UK’s failing utilities? Listen to Professor Dieter Helm explore the options to tackle the UK’s failing utilities – Thames Water, the Royal Mail and Network Rail in particular.
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