Water Industry Journal

10/10/2025

How to Improve Quality and Flow Accuracy in Industrial Effluent Applications https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/how-to-improve-quality-and-flow-accuracy-in-industrial-effluent-applications

In industrial operations, managing effluent discharge is a critical aspect of environmental compliance, operational efficiency, and cost control. As regulations tighten and sustainability goals become more central, industries are increasingly investing in advanced monitoring technologies to ensure t...

10/10/2025

New Milk of Lime plant commissioned at Tunstead Quarry

Buxton Lime is proud to announce the successful commissioning of a brand-new High Solids Milk of Lime (HSMOL) production plant at our Tunstead quarry site. The £600,000 investment marks a significant milestone for the business, bringing High Solids Milk of Lime (HSMOL) production fully in-house. Th...

10/10/2025

Daniel Redfern, director of tech-specialist firm Envirovue, considers if the Water Act is set to achieve its overall goal, or if accountability is just one point in driving change https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/six-months-on-is-the-water-act-delivering-its-promise

Six months after its introduction, Daniel Redfern, director of tech-specialist firm Envirovue, considers if the Water Act is set to achieve its overall goal, or if accountability is just one point in driving change. Six months ago, the Water (Special Measures) Act was launched by Parliament as part....

09/10/2025

Cambridge Water, part of South Staffordshire Water Plc, is launching its biggest mains rehabilitation project to date https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/cambridge-water-launches-ambitious-pipeline-scheme

Cambridge Water, part of South Staffordshire Water Plc, is launching its biggest mains rehabilitation project to date. Over the next five years, 250 km of ageing water mains across the Cambridge and South Staffs regions will be replaced, three times more than what was replaced between 2020-2025. Thi...

09/10/2025

Innovative Gas Detection for Ultimate Peace of Mind https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/innovative-gas-detection-for-ultimate-peace-of-mind

In industrial environments where toxic or combustible gases pose significant risks, the reliability of gas detection systems is paramount. Manual bump testing—traditionally used to verify sensor functionality—can be time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to human error. To address these limi...

08/10/2025

Tracking antimicrobial resistance in UK wastewater https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/tracking-antimicrobial-resistance-in-uk-wastewater

08/10/2025

Coarse Screen Outlets at Thames Water’s Beckton STW Get Upgrade with AUMA Variable Speed Actuators https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/coarse-screen-outlets-at-thames-waters-beckton-stw-get-upgrade-with-auma-variable-speed-actuators

AUMA Actuators Limited’s high-performance, variable speed electric actuators have been installed as part of an upgrade to coarse screen outlets at Thames Water’s Beckton Sewage Treatment Works in the east London Borough of Newham – one of the largest sewage treatment works in Europe. Built in ...

08/10/2025

The Pressurised Pipe Framework was one of the first major frameworks that OCU mobilised in the water sector and to this day has been one of their most successful https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/ocu-group-working-in-partnership-with-dwr-cymru-welsh-water-since-2011

A long-lasting partnership that set the early foundations for OCU Water. OCU is very proud of its long-standing and ongoing relationship with Dwr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW). The Pressurised Pipe Framework was one of the first major frameworks that OCU mobilised in the water sector and to this day has....

07/10/2025

SEQUANA BRINGS GLOBAL DESALINATION AND WATER SECURITY EXPERTISE TO THE UK

Sequana, a trusted consultancy specialising in water security and environmental management, has expanded its operations into the UK. With proven climate-resilient expertise forged in drought-prone Australia, Sequana brings decades of hands-on experience in delivering bold, innovative solutions to wa...

07/10/2025

More focus should be placed on source-control solutions to stop pollutants from entering the wastewater system in England and Wales, says the Independent Water Commission (IWC) https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/fog-based-wastewater-charging-explored

More focus should be placed on source-control solutions to stop pollutants from entering the wastewater system in England and Wales, says the Independent Water Commission (IWC), which unveiled its final report in July. Water Industry Research (UKWIR) says this indicates a fundamental shift towards a...

07/10/2025

Avove and Aqua Consultants Announce Strategic Partnership

Environmental consultancy, Aqua Consultants, has entered a five-year strategic partnership with Avove, a leading provider of non-infrastructure, infrastructure and engineering services, enhancing its strategic approach to design and engineering. Through a combination of technical and delivery excell...

06/10/2025

Scotland’s newest green wastewater treatment works has won a prestigious sustainability award from The Royal Academy of Engineering https://www.waterindustryjournal.co.uk/green-wwtw-team-win-major-engineering-award

Scotland’s newest green wastewater treatment works has won a prestigious sustainability award from The Royal Academy of Engineering. Owned and operated by Scottish Water, the £35m wastewater treatment works – officially opened in October 2024 – is designed to support an expected fourfold incr...