EU sets out blue energy action plan
The European Commission has today launched a new action plan to facilitate further development of the renewable ocean energy sector in Europe.
Mott MacDonald modelling technology improves accuracy of Environment Agency flood warnings
Mott MacDonald’s innovative approach to flood modelling has enabled the Environment Agency of England and Wales to improve the accuracy of warnings during recent tidal surge events.
Anglian Water to invest £500K in water pressure management scheme
From January 2014, Anglian Water will start investing around £500,000 on a scheme which will allow itto make adjustments to the water pressure in parts of Peterborough and the surrounding area.
Hartlepool Water project achieves major operational cost savings – paving the way for AMP6?
In the week when the AMP Business Plans submitted by all of the UK water companies to Ofwat have flagged up the need to bear down continually on operational costs, a recent initiative by Hartlepool Water has highlighted a real opportunity for the utilities to make major savings and significantly reduce their maintenance expenditure.
Thames Water uses £2m Canadian technology to produce phosphorous-based fertiliser
Thames Water is using innovative Canadian technology to produce the UK’s first eco-friendly, ultra-pure fertiliser phosphorous-based fertiliser in a new £2 million plant at its Slough sewage treatment works in Berkshire.
Southern Water use UV technology in £2m stormwater scheme
Southern Water is planning to use ultra violet light to treat stormwater leaving Chichester Wastewater Treatment Works.
Bluewater CEO says water cos should publicise efforts to reduce costs via technology uptake
Leading UK water technology provider Bluewater Bio is urging the UK water companies to highlight their efforts to introduce innovative technologies to reduce their operational costs in the face of recent pressure at both Government and regulatory level.
UK must seize opportunities and adapt to global manufacturing revolution
Businesses and government must adapt to ensure manufacturing continues to play a powerful role in the UK economy, or they risk being left behind international competitors, according to a new report published today.
SBWWI warns of key failings on UK water smart metering policy
The Society of British Water and Wastewater Industries, one of the UK’s leading water sector trade bodies, is calling for urgent action to ensure the UK water sector speaks with a strong single voice in the fast-developing energy smart metering agenda.
Imtech and Royal Haskoning bring Dutch wastewater tech to UK
Imtech Process and Royal HaskoningDHV have signed a cooperation agreement for the delivery of five to eight Neredawastewater treatment installations in the coming years.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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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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