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Tracking antimicrobial resistance in UK wastewater
The poor condition of the UK’s watercourses, the potential impacts upon human health, and the effects on our native ecology are widely publicised. Recent government statistics show that only 14% or rivers and lakes achieve good ecological status, and...
How to Improve Quality and Flow Accuracy in Industrial Effluent Applications
In industrial operations, managing effluent discharge is a critical aspect of environmental compliance, operational efficiency, and cost control. As regulations tighten and sustainability goals become more central, industries are increasingly investing in advanced monitoring technologies to ensure the quality...
Innovative Gas Detection for Ultimate Peace of Mind
In industrial environments where toxic or combustible gases pose significant risks, the reliability of gas detection systems is paramount. Manual bump testing—traditionally used to verify sensor functionality—can be time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to human error. To address these limitations,...
Avove and Aqua Consultants Announce Strategic Partnership
Environmental consultancy, Aqua Consultants, has entered a five-year strategic partnership with Avove, a leading provider of non-infrastructure, infrastructure and engineering services, enhancing its strategic approach to design and engineering.
Through a combination of technical and delivery excellence, the collaboration provides access to deep...
SEQUANA BRINGS GLOBAL DESALINATION AND WATER SECURITY EXPERTISE TO THE UK
Sequana, a trusted consultancy specialising in water security and environmental management, has expanded its operations into the UK. With proven climate-resilient expertise forged in drought-prone Australia, Sequana brings decades of hands-on experience in delivering bold, innovative solutions to water...
Turning Waste Water into Opportunity
Sustainability is no longer a buzzword in the water industry – it’s a necessity. With growing pressures from climate change, population growth, and rising costs, companies are looking beyond traditional wastewater treatment. Increasingly, they are embracing resource recovery: the...
50,000 New Recruits: Bridging the Water Industry Skills Gap
The UK water industry is undergoing a major transformation, with an estimated £100 billion investment earmarked for infrastructure enhancement across England between 2025 and 2030. This investment is expected to fuel the need for 50,000 new recruits, including 5,000...
Anglian Water reaches pipe milestone
One of Europe’s biggest environmental projects – and the most important in Anglian Water’s history – has reached a major milestone.
Work has now finished on the entire southern stretch of the Strategic Pipeline, with 127km of interconnecting pipe installed...
£6.3 million refit safeguards ancient London water supply
Thames Water has refurbished part of its oldest asset, which dates back to 1613.
Over £6m was allocated to a section of the New River in North London, to futureproof against flooding and leakage.
The artificial waterway opened in the 17th...
Pollution prevention moves forward at Wessex Water
A key £2 million project to help protect the town of Warminster from potential pollution is nearing completion.
Traffic restrictions were put in place while crucial upgrades to the sewer network were carried out in a town centre car park,...
Six months on – is the Water Act delivering its promise?
Six months after its introduction, Daniel Redfern, director of tech-specialist firm Envirovue, considers if the Water Act is set to achieve its overall goal, or if accountability is just one point in driving change.
Six months ago, the Water (Special...
Cambridge Water launches ambitious pipeline scheme
Cambridge Water, part of South Staffordshire Water Plc, is launching its biggest mains rehabilitation project to date.
Over the next five years, 250 km of ageing water mains across the Cambridge and South Staffs regions will be replaced, three times...
FOG-based wastewater charging explored
More focus should be placed on source-control solutions to stop pollutants from entering the wastewater system in England and Wales, says the Independent Water Commission (IWC), which unveiled its final report in July.
Water Industry Research (UKWIR) says this indicates...
Green WWTW team win major engineering award
Scotland’s newest green wastewater treatment works has won a prestigious sustainability award from The Royal Academy of Engineering.
Owned and operated by Scottish Water, the £35m wastewater treatment works - officially opened in October 2024 - is designed to support...
South East Water expands laboratory
Almost two million water quality tests will now be carried out each year following a significant expansion of South East Water’s state-of-the-art laboratory in Farnborough.
The drinking water company has secured a new contract with Southern Water to provide drinking...
New BSI guidance to help detect microplastics in water supply
New guidance is available for detecting microplastics in the water supply and ultimately protecting consumers from the associated risks.
This comes at a critical time, as alarming levels of microplastics have been discovered in UK waterways.
Water quality. Sampling - Part...
Blockage-detecting robot ready to patrol sewers
A sewer robot that inspects pipework and raises blockage alerts is to be deployed in a live network for the first time.
ipebot Patrol is a £1.8 million project, funded by the Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge, with Spring Innovation as...
River analysed for AMR sources
Scottish Water is coordinating a one-year project to analyse sources of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the River Almond.
greatest threats to public health, as it reduces the effectiveness of antibiotics and makes treating common infections more difficult.
While predominantly considered a...
Gas detection and monitoring: Safety as a Service
By Neil Shepherd, Marketing Manager, Dräger Hire
It is usually well understood that having the right equipment in place for safety issues such as gas detection and monitoring is essential to keep employees safe and to protect company assets. However,...
Badger Meter product added to approved Instrument list
Badger Meter is proud to announce that its' i::scan has been officially added to Scottish Water’s approved instrument list for the measurement of UV254, UVT, and Dissolved Organic Carbon (DOC).
This approval follows a comprehensive evaluation process and represents a...
Future-Ready Instrumentation for Resilient Water Networks – See VEGA at ESS Expo
VEGA will be exhibiting at this year’s ESS Expo on 17–18 September at the NEC Birmingham, within the WWEM zone. Visit us at stand WW-P50 to see the latest in level and pressure instrumentation designed for the water and...
Rethinking mains renewal for AMP8: A smarter, holistic approach
As the water industry enters AMP8, utilities face a difficult challenge: delivering widescale mains replacement programmes that are not only effective but also efficient, customer-focused, and future-proof. Traditional approaches, targeting a single asset type or applying uniform replacement strategies,...
A welcome step forward: Reflections on the Independent Water Commission’s final report
Mike Williamson, Managing Director – Water Division, Adler & Allan
The Independent Water Commission’s final report offers a sensible and timely step forward for the sector. It addresses many of the challenges we all grapple with and presents bold yet...
Aqua Consultants acquire urban drainage modelling consultancy RES Environmental
Aqua Consultants, a leading environmental consultancy provider, part of the Adler & Allan group, has acquired urban drainage modelling consultancy, RES Environmental, to further enhance its ability to tackle environmental challenges such as reducing pollution and managing the effects...
Thames Water announces Temporary Use Ban
Thames Water has confirmed that a Temporary Use Ban (TUB) will come into effect across a large part of the Thames Valley , starting at 00.01 BST on Tuesday 22 July 2025.
After the driest spring in over a century...
Thames Water begins supplier engagement for projects worth £840million
Thames Water has taken a major step forward in its ambitious £840 million project to improve nine water and sewage sites as part of its record investment plans over the next five years (2025-2030).
The UK’s largest water company has...
Understanding National Water Hygiene EUSR Registration: What it covers and who needs it
One key requirement for many professionals working on the UK water supply is holding a valid National Water Hygiene EUSR Registration. Whether you’re entering the industry or ensuring your team stays compliant, understanding this essential certification - often referred...
New BSI guidance to detect microplastics
New guidance is focused on detecting microplastics in the water supply and ultimately protect consumers from the associated risks.
The announcement comes as UK waterways have been found to contain alarming levels of microplastics.
Water quality. Sampling - Part 27. Guidance...
Water professionals encouraged to take action for change
Water sector professionals need to use their expertise “to be the agents for change”.
That was the message coming from a keynote delivered by Natalie Prosser, chief executive of the Office for Environmental Protection (OEP), at British Water’s 2025 Spring...
New treatment works attract international praise
Uisce Éireann has successfully completed the construction of the €139 million Arklow Wastewater Treatment plant, eliminating the discharge of raw sewage into the Avoca River.
Arklow was identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as an area where wastewater was...
