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Scottish government: ScotWat will remain state-owned

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scottish Water will remain a public-owned entity, the Scottish government has stressed despite calls for an urgent review of the utility's ownership. The government's stance follows Scotland's Independent Review Panel recommendation of "exploring options" to change the status of Scottish Water.

Scottish Water opts for Drought Order

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scottish Water is applying for a Drought Order in areas of Dumfries and Galloway following months of extraordinarily dry weather, and as part of its ongoing strategy to manage the water supply in the region.

EU 12 puts WFD objectives at risk

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The European Commission (EC) has issued a warning to 12 member states - including Ireland - for failing to submit their plans for managing Europe's river basins as required by EU water legislation. The EC said failure to do so has put the achievement of the directive.s objectives at risk.

Southern rewarded for FOG initiative

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

One of three awards picked up by Southern Water at the 2010 Water Industry Achievement Awards was for FOG Reduction Initiative of the Year.

Water industry rallies to clear the FOG

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The response to an initiative to set up a FOG stakeholder group with the aim of reducing fats, oils and grease (FOG) in the national sewer network has been "resounding", according to coordinator Martin Fairley of ACO Building Drainage.

Britain's first desalination plant opens

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Thames Gateway Water Treatment Works, the UK's first-ever desalination plant, officially opened today (June 2). The facility, sited at Beckton, East London, will provide "seriously water-stressed" London with a back-up supply to use in the event of a drought.

WIAA 2010 finalists announced

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The judging for the Water Industry Achievement Awards 2010 has taken place. The finalists have been chosen and now they must wait until May 20, 2010 when the winners will be announced at the awards ceremony being held at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham.

NIW board sackings over contract approvals

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Water's (NIW) chairman and three non-executive directors have been sacked following an investigation into how the company awards its contracts.

Water UK consults over job losses

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Industry association Water UK is making staff cutbacks in a bid to "reduce controllable costs". Water UK has been consulting staff over its plans - six redundancies are expected, and a further two staff members have already decided to leave.

Joint venture scoops £400M Thames deal

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MVB, the joint venture comprising Morgan Est, VINCI Construction Grands Projects and Bachy Soletanche, has won the £400M contract to build Thames Water's four-mile Lee Tunnel that will prevent more than 16 million tonnes of sewage annually entering River Lee, a tributary of the Thames.

'Dry water' could make commercial waves

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UK scientists have unveiled a super powder called 'dry water' which could help tackle global warming by storing carbon dioxide

'Failing' Ofwat to be reviewed

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Water regulator Ofwat will be reviewed to make sure it can cope with 'future challenges', according to the Government.

Energy efficient water treatment: the ACWA approach

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As energy costs and treatment-driven energy usage rocket, utilities and industries that utilise water treatment solutions are finding these pressures are driving substantial increases in operating costs. This complex challenge is putting energy-efficient water treatment processes firmly in the spotl

Intelligent Pump Cleaning Cuts Maintenance At Irish Pumping Station

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The installation of an AC drive with an advanced software tool has dramatically cut call-outs for blockages at an Irish County Council pumping station.

Haigh Look Positively Towards A Strong Amp Period With Secured Frameworks And Innovations In Place

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Building on implementation successes, innovation and developments in AMP4, Haigh are delighted to announce that they have secured a large number of frameworks to continue delivering robust and sustainable systems for Small Screens and Prefabricated Inlets in AMP5.

Burkert Moves to Maximise Opportunities in Key Markets with Appointment of Fluid Controls as South East Distributor

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Burkert is maximising its ability to provide process solutions in key markets, such as pharmaceutical, oil and gas, food and beverage and semi-conductors, with the appointment of Fluid Controls - a specialist in these sectors, as its distributor for the South East of England.

Sustainabilitylive! call for papers now open

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sustainabilitylive! organiser, Faversham House Group, has opened the call for papers for the 2011 conference and seminar programme.

Flagship ACWA MBR for Oman

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ACWA MBR's flagship Al Ansab submerged membrane bioreactor wastewater treatment plant in Muscat, Oman, has successfully gone through its proving process ahead of providing the area with a landmark cost-effective solution to its pressing irrigation needs.

Civil servant in hot water over utility company scandal

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A senior Northern Ireland civil servant has been suspended in a scandal related to a government-owned water company.

UK waste treatment company blazes trail in China

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A UK waste treatment company is celebrating the completion of its first sludge treatment unit in China.