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 opens consultation on banning bonuses for water company bosses in certain circumstances
Ofwat has today launched a new consultation seeking feedback on a new rule that will prevent water companies from awarding bonuses to water bosses in certain circumstances.
Severn Trent Water tenders AMP8 contract for hire, purchase and maintenance of generators
Severn Trent Water has gone out to tender on behalf of itself and sister company Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyfyngedig with an AMP8 contract for the hire, purchase and manitenance of generators.
National Audit Office – new report sets out lessons for public infrastructure investment using private finance
As the government establishes its 10-year strategy for infrastructure investment, a new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has set out the key lessons when considering the use of private finance for public infrastructure projects.
Landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill has Second Reading in Parliament
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill had its Second Reading in Parliament yesterday – ahead of the reading Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner warned that there was ‘no time to waste’ and urged Parliament to back key legislation needed to speed up the delivery of the Plan for Change.
United Utilities – successful 3D concrete printing trial at WwTW in cold, damp and icy conditions
United Utilities has pushed the limits of technology to print distribution chambers and manhole rings at its Weaverham Wastewater Treatment Works in cold, damp, and icy conditions - testing both the strength of the concrete, and its robot pourer/printer.
South East Water completes work on £4 million-plus crucial Hale to Aldershot project
South East Water has completed work on a multi-million pound project to strengthen the water network between Hale and Aldershot.
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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. -
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.
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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
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