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
SOCOTEC UK and Ireland signs multi-million pound water quality monitoring contract with Yorkshire Water
SOCOTEC UK and Ireland, leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services has announced its largest-ever water quality monitoring contract with Yorkshire Water, totalling tens of millions of pounds.
Affinity Water selects Barhale as capital delivery partner for £900 million AMP8 and AMP9 capital programmes
Civil engineering, infrastructure and tunnelling specialist Barhale has been appointed by Affinity Water to its capital delivery framework for both its Capital Enhancement and Capital Maintenance Schemes for AMP8 and AMP9.
Thames Water invites Class B debt holders to form ad hoc group of lenders
Thames Water is inviting holders of its Class B debt to form an ad hoc group of lenders in its latest update covering its proposed recapitalisation.
Gloucestershire County Council makes £720,000 direct contract award for Poolway Farm Flood alleviation scheme
Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) has made a direct contract award for the Poolway Farm Flood alleviation scheme to the developer of the Poolway Farm site with an estimated total value of £720,000 (inc VAT).
Thames Water tenders £28 million AMP8 contract for fire alarm installation and maintenance
Thames Water has gone out to tender with an AMP8 contract for fire alarm installation and maintenance with an estimated value of £28 million (inc VAT).
United Utilities awards £32.3 million AMP8 contract for supply and delivery of MCC Panels
United Utilities has awarded a number of AMP8 Framework Agreement contracts for the supply and delivery of MCC Panels – the framework had an estimated value of £32.3 million (ex VAT) when it was tendered in December 2024.
News Showcase
-
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.
Expert Focus
Generate more business
Increase your sales by targeting Waterbriefing's named readership of over 8000 water industry professionals:
Showcase your Company
Include news about your latest product or technology and receive home page coverage. Click here.
Join our Directory
Make it easy for prospective customers to find out about your services. Click here.
Promote your Story
Make your company news the first story Waterbriefing users see, via our scrolling news feature. Click here.
Place an Advert
Promote your expertise through an online banner ad, with packages to suit every budget. Click here.
Watch
-
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.
-
Working for WSP - what if you could build a career as unique as you? With us, you can
Find out more about the remarkable career opportunities on offer at WSP - scroll down to watch the inspirational video.
Top Stories
- Ofwat extends contract term and spend for Independent Monitor appointed to monitor and review compliance by Thames Water
- Thames Water signs landmark AI tech leak detection contract with Origin Tech
- United Utilities delivers strong financial performance in 2025/26 – underlying profits up 35% compared to previous year
Login / Register
New Account Registrations
To register for a new account with Waterbriefing, please contact us via email at waterbriefing@imsbis.org
Existing waterbriefing users - log into the new website using your original username and the new password 'waterbriefing'. You can then change your password once logged in.