Monthly Archives: November, 2024

73% of bonus payments will not be paid for by customers, says Ofwat

Ofwat has today announced that new rules on exec bonuses and on dividends are beginning to bite in their first full year of operation,...

Water (Special Measures) Bill – just the first step required to address water sector failure, says Alastair Chisholm, Policy Director at CIWEM

Alastair Chisholm, Policy Director at CIWEM, highlights the many issues which need to be addressed in a water sector which is not adequately future...

Pump expert shares top maintenance tips for public sector organisations this winter

As winter approaches, ensuring essential infrastructure is properly maintained is critical for public sector organisations. The early predictions for winter 2024/2025 suggest it will be...

FSP unveils access cover innovations to French water management sector

UK access cover and drainage specialist Fabweld Steel Products has unveiled its latest innovations designed to support sustainable water management to the French market. Members...

Southern Water invests £1.25 million to upgrade Kent Wastewater Treatment Works

Southern Water is investing £1.25 million to install new equipment to remove more phosphorous from its Bidborough Wastewater Treatment Works in Tunbridge Wells, Kent,...

VertiGIS expands web apps for utility asset data management

VertiGIS, a global provider of spatial asset management solutions, has announced additional implementation capabilities within its VertiGIS Networks product line. Initially released exclusively for...

MY DEVELON wins Red Dot Design Award

MY DEVELON, the new digital platform for managing construction equipment launched by Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has won in the Brand & Communication...

Dynamic energy and water saving innovation from Everflow reduces business utilities costs by thousands of pounds

Everflow, the multi-utility provider for businesses, has revealed the pilot of its EcoMOTs service has saved a trial cohort of 24 SMEs a total...

Record number of Excellent Bathing Waters in Scotland for 2025

In 2025 the highest number of Scotland's bathing waters on record will meet the best environmental standards, with 87% achieving Excellent or Good classifications....

OEP has permission to intervene in appeal on how government departments should consider environmental issues

The Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) has been granted permission to intervene in a case which could help clarify how Government departments should consider...

Three independent experts appointed by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to conduct a review of environmental governance in Northern Ireland

Three independent experts have been appointed by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to conduct a review of environmental governance in Northern Ireland, including considering options...

Engineering specialist MARCH announces investment by EMK Capital

Critical engineering firm MARCH has received investment from EMK Capital as part of the sale from Aliter Capital. The company said this strategic investment...

Pump Association highlights the value of its comprehensive training programme

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA), a trade association representing UK and Irish pump manufacturers, is reaffirming the importance of its wide-ranging and established...

United Living Group announces Executive Team appointments

United Living Group, a provider of infrastructure, affordable housing, property services, and telecoms, has announced the following Executive Team appointments. Luke Anderson will become the...

Infrastructure Minister officially opens Amey’s new eco-friendly consulting office and design hub in Belfast

Amey has announced the official opening of its new consulting office and design hub in Belfast, inaugurated by John O’Dowd, Minister for Infrastructure, Northern...

Defra Secretary to face MPs in first session of new EFRA Committee

The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Rt Hon Steve Reed MP, will make his first appearance before the EFRA...

OEP launches investigation into lawfulness of government guidance on water pollution from agriculture

The Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) has launched an investigation into the government’s Statutory Guidance on applying the Farming Rules for Water (FRfW).  These regulations...

Energy & Utility Skills invites reviews to help shape national standards for sewerage and drainage maintenance

Energy & Utility Skills is inviting employers, training providers and professional bodies to review the revised Sewerage & Drainage Maintenance National Occupational Standards (NOS). NOS...

Launch of multimillion pound Hastings plan

Landmark plans to upgrade Hastings’ water and wastewater networks have been revealed. The multimillion pound proposals have been developed following extensive engagement with the local...

BPMA welcomes its new President

Lee Tebbatt, Managing Director of Wilo UK has been announced as the new President of the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA), following a two-year...

Preventative pump maintenance reduces downtime and risk

Now that industrial companies face being hit with unlimited fines for pollution incidents, outsourcing pump maintenance to specialist contractors can provide security and peace...

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