Environment Agency warns England faces 5 billion litre public water shortage by 2055 without urgent action
The Environment Agency is warning that England faces a massive 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055 without urgent action to futureproof resources – and Read more
New research study finds widespread TFA “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers
A new research study published today has found widespread Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers - some locations had concentrations among the highest ever recorded globally. Read more
Ofwat consults on proposed licence condition to improve asset management maturity of water companies
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on its proposal to introduce a licence condition to improve asset management maturity of water companies.
United Utilities invests £48 million in upgrade at Lancaster WwTW to improve water quality in Morecambe Bay
United Utilities is investing £48 million to upgrade Lancaster Wastewater Treatment Works and improve water quality in Morecambe Bay.
Scottish Water invests almost £1 million in major new solar scheme at Milngavie
Scottish Water has invested nearly £1 million in a major new solar scheme at Milngavie which is helping to provide clean water to over 700,000 customers in Glasgow.
Curio Group wins major service and maintenance contract with Northern Ireland Water
Curio Group has won a four-year service and maintenance contract with Northern Ireland Water following a competitive tender process. The agreement will see Curio deliver critical infrastructure upgrades and support across multiple water treatment sites in Northern Ireland, reinforcing its position as a trusted leader in service and maintenance of the UK’s water supply.
Operational Intelligence: the new KPI for water utility companies
In an Expert Focus article for WaterBriefing, Chris Payne, Co-founder & Director of PureTec Separations Ltd, discusses why operational intelligence is becoming the key to unlocking future performance, resilience and sustainability for the UK water sector.
Southern Water completes £21 million upgrade of Pagham Wastewater Treatment Works
Southern Water has completed a £21 million upgrade of its Pagham Wastewater Treatment Works in West Sussex – the multi-million pound project will support the local environment and new homes.
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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. -
Barhale completes two Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects for Severn Trent
Barhale has completed work on two separate Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects it is carrying out for Severn Trent. -
Börger UK relocates to larger premises as sales continue to grow
Börger UK, which has firmly established itself as a leading pump brand since it was set up in Staffordshire in 2004, has moved into bigger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury. -
Register for HUBER Technology UK webinar on water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications
HUBER Technology UK & Ireland are inviting people to register for their March webinar where they will be providing information about HUBER water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications.
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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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