Water management specialists Waterscan Ltd has applied to Ofwat for a water supply and sewerage licence in the competitive retail market which opens for business in April next year.
A synopsis of Waterscan’s business plan submitted to the regulator says that the firm is aiming to position itself as the innovative and independent partner for strategic water management services to the commercial market.
The company is planning to support multi-site clients in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors via a new Retail Service which will operate as a separate business unit from its existing water management business, whilst using Waterscan’s existing water management software and expertise. The firm said its core service will be to provide accurate client billing data to wholesalers, retailers and clients.
The Chichester headquartered firm’s existing client base includes Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Whitbread and Premier Inn.
Any representations or objections about the application must be submitted to Ofwat by 5th October at:Centre City Tower, 7 Hill Street, Birmingham, B5 4UA or by email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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