Severn Trent to roll out SewerBall® technology to spot network problems three times faster
Following a successful trial by Severn Trent of an innovative new technology developed by French firm SUEZ to help detect potential problems in its sewer network, the water company now intends to purchase the devices and recruit a team of operators. The SewerBall® technology helped Severn Trent engineers detect potential problems in its network of sewer pipes up to three times more quickly than by using traditional methods.
Northern Lithium concludes successful Direct Lithium Extraction trials via processing of 3.5 million litres of brines
Northern Lithium Ltd has announced the successful conclusion of its recent programme of long term 60-day pump tests and Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) trials, which sought to further prove the commercial viability of lithium extraction from brines under the Northern Pennine Orefield in Co. Durham, Northeast of England.
Landmark commercial mine water heat scheme goes live in Wales
The Mining Remediation Authority has announced that Wales' first commercial mine water heat scheme using previously untapped heat from a mine water treatment scheme is live in Ammanford and providing low-carbon heat to a nearby industrial site.
Metasphere strategy chief explains how enhanced sensor technology leads smart sewer network revolution
Rapidly increasing uptake of remote sensor technology is revolutionising how sewer networks are monitored and managed across the UK - and has prompted a firmware update from technology company Metasphere, writes Ryan Pearson, head of strategy.
Southern Water reports record year for finding and fixing leaks
Southern Water has recorded a record breaking year for finding and fixing leaks – thanks to new technology on the streets and in the control room.
Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge – still time to partner with water companies on development of PFAS chemicals analyser
There’s still time to partner with UK water companies to submit a bid for funding to develop a PFAS chemicals analyser from the Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge 6, which launches in September 2025 – the deadline to express interest has been extended to Friday 30 May.
South Staffs Water to lead two projects in fifth Water Breakthrough Challenge
Two innovative projects led by South Staffordshire Water, which operates South Staffs Water and Cambridge Water, have been named winners of the fifth Water Breakthrough Challenge by the Ofwat Innovation Fund.
Yorkshire Water awarded £1.93 million to progress AI-Water Quality Monitoring project in Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge
An innovative solution by Yorkshire Water and partners that uses AI models to provide continuous river water quality monitoring at multiple inland bathing water sites has been awarded £1.93 million in Ofwat’s Water Breakthrough Challenge competition.
Ofwat Innovation Fund announces winners of fifth Water Breakthrough Challenge
Ofwat Innovation Fund has today announced the winners of the fifth Water Breakthrough Challenge - £42.7 million is being awarded to develop projects and technologies to help solve some of the many challenges facing the water sector.
Ambiblu chief calls for Ofwat to play active role in advising about technologies that improve value-for-money & sustainability
Yannick van den Nieuwendijk, Managing Director for the Nordics, UK & Ireland, Amiblu says Ofwat must play an active role in advising about technologies that improve value-for-money and sustainability.
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IED compliance – using automated sliding floodgates to support secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites
Ray Moulds, Sales Director at Flood Control International, takes a look at how automated sliding floodgates are supporting secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites. -
Making storm overflow data make Sense – Metasphere launches dedicated monitoring device
With the UK government demanding a 50% reduction in storm overflow spills by 2029, the era of reactive management is over. Speaking in the House of Commons on 21 July 2025, then environment secretary Steve Reed said, “This Government will cut water companies’ sewage pollution in half by the end of the decade.” -
King’s Award for Enterprise shows ERG moving forward with growth in UK and Asia
ERG, the leading supplier of odour control systems and industrial gas cleaning & thermal systems, has been awarded the coveted King’s Award for Enterprise. -
Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
Welsh Water’s new artificial intelligence-driven tool, ORAI, has been shortlisted for three categories at the prestigious British Data Awards 2026 – underscoring the company’s commitment to using cutting-edge technology to deliver better outcome for customers.
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- Yorkshire Water - aerial mapping to prevent bathing water pollution identifies over 32,000 potential misconnections
- Approval of Eleventh Consent Requests allow Thames Water to draw £200 million in further funding
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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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