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Friday, November 22, 2024
LATEST NEWS
Government, Policy & Regulation
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, in 2023-24 financial year. These rules require water companies to demonstrate that executive bonuses are...
Water Vlogs
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 proofed and lacks the necessary resilience in the face of the nature and climate emergency.
Alastair...
Insight & Opinion
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 one of the most challenging in recent years, with cold temperatures, increased snowfall, and wet,...
Product News
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 of the Midlands-based team joined FSP’s French partners at the industry event in Dijon where...
Water Company News
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, which will improve water quality. The improvement works are estimated to be completed by the...
Industry News
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 Esri’s Utility Network (UN), the domain-specific solutions will now be available for any ArcGIS network...
Awards, Charity & Funding
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 Design category of the prestigious 2024 Red Dot Design Awards.
The Red Dot Design Awards...
Industry News
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 of £84,000 on their water and energy bills, and reduced their water usage by 25...
Environmental News
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. A further 10% will meet the Sufficient standard.
This reflects an ongoing positive trend for Scottish...
Government, Policy & Regulation
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 environmental issues in policy making.
The appeal in the case of R (Rights Community Action Ltd)...
Appointments
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 for an independent environment protection agency.
The panel will be chaired by Dr Viviane Gravey, a...
Industry News
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 marks a significant milestone in MARCH’s evolution, positioning the company for accelerated growth.
According to MARCH,...
Industry News
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 training programme.
These courses are designed to support professionals across the pump manufacturing sector, ensuring that...
Appointments
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 Chief Operating Officer of United Living Group. Luke was previously Operations Director of United Living...
Industry News
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 Ireland.
The new Belfast office marks a major milestone in Amey’s growth in Northern Ireland and...
Government, Policy & Regulation
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 Committee in a public evidence session on Tuesday 19 November at 2.30pm.
MPs will question the...
Environmental News
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 aim to reduce and prevent water pollution from agriculture by requiring farmers to plan the...
Market Analysis & Research
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 describe what an individual needs to do and needs to know to perform a work...
Water Company News
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 community and key stakeholders, following challenges posed by water supply and flooding issues in recent...
Appointments
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 tenure in the role of Vice President.
The position was officially passed on during the BPMA’s...
Insight & Opinion
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 of mind, as well as long-term cost savings, writes Guy Fitzpatrick, industry & infrastructure director at...
Appointments
G Stow appoints new Business Manager to drive company growth
G Stow has announced the appointment of Jade Willis as its new Business Manager.
With over 100 years of borehole drilling and maintenance in the engineering industry, G Stow is established in the UK and Europe, specialising in all aspects...
Government, Policy & Regulation
Water Commission chair Sir John Cunliffe meets with water groups
Water Commission chair Sir John Cunliffe is now meeting with representatives from the environmental, consumer and industry sectors as a part of his investigation in the water sector.
As a part of the Commission’s work across the water sector, Sir...
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