Yearly Archives: 2024

Oxford flood alleviation scheme gets the go ahead

The much-anticipated Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme is one step closer to becoming a reality after Oxfordshire County Council recently resolved to grant planning permission. This...

Severn Trent engineers will be ducking and diving for England in the World Championship of Dodgeball

Two Severn Trent workmates are aiming to hit gold this summer by ducking and diving for England in the World Championship of Dodgeball. Engineers Alex...

Develon to expand waste and recycling range at RWM Show

On Stand ME-A120, Develon, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, is using its first appearance at the Resource & Waste Management (RWM) show to...

New Grundfos EVP and CEO of Water Utility shares vision to combat climate change through water solutions

Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, recently appointed Hamed Heyhat as Executive Vice President and Divisional CEO of its...

Reckitt Benckiser makes charity payment after leak of aerosol production trade effluent breached regulations

East Mercia Rivers Trust has received a financial boost of £150,000 after the Environment Agency accepted an Enforcement Undertaking (EU) offer from Reckitt Benckiser...

Working smarter with wastewater in Westbury

A Wiltshire town is at the centre of an innovative wastewater project that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence. A smart waste system is being...

Saab UK innovates deep-sea exploration mitigating risk to divers and the environment

Less than two years ago, two Saab remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) descended over 3,000 meters into the frigid Antarctic waters in search of Sir...

United Utilities adds 18 more partners as it gears up for record investment proposals  

United Utilities has announced a further 18 partners who will help to deliver the largest environmental programme in the North West in more than...

Lantra enables sustainability in the land-based and environment sector, reports Sky Digital

Lantra is playing its part in supporting a skilled workforce to meet the twin challenges of food security and climate change. As part of a...

Navigating wastewater management in the food and beverage industry

The food and beverage industry faces unique challenges in wastewater management, with each sector generating distinct types of effluent. Effective treatment is crucial for both...

Water bill compensation to double for poor customer service

The government has launched a consultation to double reimbursement for water company customers when their basic water services are hit. Under new plans, households and...

Sustainability: Grundfos joins top 1% of companies globally with Platinum medal rating from EcoVadis

Louise Koch, Senior Director, Group Head of Sustainability, Grundfos, explains to Phil Alsop, Editor of Water Magazine, the background to the company achieving Platinum...

Pump Supplies acquires UK market leader in wastewater pumping stations

Pump Supplies, supported by its parent company Vestum AB, has announced the acquisition of all shares in PDAS Holdings Ltd. During the fiscal year 2023/2024,...

Occutrace awarded WIRSAE accreditation and becomes a recognised WIRSAE provider

Specialist data collection company Occutrace has announced that they have been awarded an accreditation under the Water Industry Registration Scheme - Accredited Entity (WIRSAE). This...

UK’s first wastewater ozone treatment plants will help tackle ‘hidden’ pollutants in Britain’s waterways

Over the next decade tackling micropollutants will become a major issue for the UK water industry. Last year UK Water Industry Research published 13...

The rise of Smart Cities and their impact on drainage and telecoms infrastructure

In recent years, there has been a global shift towards building smart cities that leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance the quality of life for...

Cutting edge technology to be piloted to help reduce storm overflows and flooding in Kent and the Isle of Wight

New AI technology will be installed for the first time this month as part of Southern Water's ongoing efforts to reduce storm overflows. Southern Water's...

UK utilities place multiple orders for settlement tank technology 

Three UK water utilities have agreed orders for the installation of a total of six conical settlement tanks from wastewater treatment specialist WCS Environmental...

Binnies appointed to NRW Water Consultancy Services Framework 

Binnies has been appointed to the Natural Resources Wales Water Consultancy Services Framework. Building on their existing successful relationship with NRW, Binnies will continue to...

NI Water wins Best Employee Development Programme (Large Business) at Irish News Workplace and Employment Awards

NI Water has been named the winner of the highly coveted Best Employee Development Programme (Large Business) at the prestigious Irish News Workplace and...

Pioneering Welsh seagrass nursery growing and sowing seeds to restore lost meadows

A new Welsh nursery is at the forefront of a mission to restore the UK’s lost seagrass meadows and equip organisations and communities with...

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