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As utilities consult the public on water reuse plans, the UK just experienced its hottest summer on record, with drought permits issued in several catchments. The need for reuse is clear, says Barry Hopton, Xylem, who in this Q&A outlines the proven technologies available to water companies. 

A zoo specialising in crocodile conservation has selected an enhanced effluent treatment solution from wastewater technology specialist WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE). A planned site expansion, along with drainage challenges, prompted…

Southern Water has partnered with specialist technology company Samotics to deploy its SAM4 smart condition monitoring system at sites across southern England. The artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology uses electrical…

Leakage technology will continue to evolve, but the real step-change comes from better use of supply chain expertise, writes Ben Crabtree, product line director, Ovarro, ahead of the Annual Leakage…

NOTTINGHAM, UK, 18 Nov 2025 - Xylem UK has been recognised with three major industry awards for its advanced river monitoring technologies that support UK utilities in meeting requirements under…

Pilot trials of an adaptable pressure monitoring device that can tap directly into a utilities water network is protecting a utility in Atlanta, Georgia from avoidable cut-offs, leading to proactive…

Water Minister Emma Hardy has signalled the shift to a spirit of collaboration and celebration of water sector successes in a keynote address to the British Water Annual Conference, held…

A valuable resource that will help innovators navigate, access and engage with the UK and Ireland water sector’s innovation ecosystem has launched.  Developed by Spring, the UK and Ireland water…

A sustainable drainage planter system installed at a supported housing complex on the Isle of Wight has been credited not only with reducing the risk of surface water flooding, but…