Concept papers published for 2026 UN Water Conference Interactive Dialogues
Advanced, unedited concept papers for the Interactive Dialogues at the 2026 UN Water Conference have been published on the Conference website.
New Economist Intelligent Unit Report shows threats to world’s freshwater supplies
A new report published today by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) examining the critical threats to the world’s freshwater supplies as a result of global transboundary cooperation finds that the Transboundary river basins – which supply the world with half of its freshwater flows – are run by ineffective water management bodies.
Poor water management costs Middle East & North Africa $21bn per annum
The inadequate supply of water and sanitation is costing the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region around US$21 billion per year in economic losses, according to a new World Bank report.
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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. -
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.
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