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Register For The 7th WIF Annual Dinner 2025 |
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We are delighted to announce that Alex Plant, Chief Executive of Scottish Water, will deliver the keynote address at the 7th Water Industry Forum (WIF) Annual Dinner, taking place on Tuesday 7 October at the Burlington Hotel, Birmingham. The dinner will be a great opportunity to meet with our directors and colleagues from across the UK water sector and to hear from our keynote speaker. |
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Date: Tuesday 7 October 2025 Time: 19.00- 22.30 Location: Birmingham |
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Keynote Speaker: Alex Plant, CEO, Scottish Water |
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| Alex took up the role of Chief Executive in June 2023. He was previously Director of Strategy and Regulation at Anglian Water, where he worked from 2014. Prior to working in the water sector, Alex held roles at Cambridgeshire County Council, the Civil Aviation Authority and HM Treasury. He has also held several non-executive director roles including with NHS Cambridgeshire and Centre for Cities. Alex is a graduate of Nottingham University. |
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Ofwat Appoints Interim Leaders - Ofwat has appointed Chris Walters as Interim Chief Executive from 30 August, following David Black’s decision to stand down. Helen Campbell also joins as Executive Director, Delivery, both taking on key roles to lead the organisation through a period of significant transition and regulatory reform. Read more here. |
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Register For Women On Water Conference & Reception 2025 |
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We are delighted to announce Tessa Fayers as our inspiring keynote speaker for the next Women on Water Conference & Reception. Tessa was appointed Wastewater & Bioresources Director at Thames Water in July 2024, and brings over 20 years’ experience across consulting, utilities and logistics. She is recognised for leading large teams and delivering transformational change with a strong focus on customers and the environment. Join a diverse range of individuals in the water sector to be inspired, hear practical tips, network and build connections. All are welcome to attend as we continue to work together to dismantle obstacles and barriers to increase diversity across the water and wastewater sector. |
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Date: Thursday 23 October 2025 Time: 14.00 - 19.00 Location: Manchester |
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Keynote Speaker: Tessa Fayers, Wastewater & Bioresource Director, Thames Water |
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| Tessa was appointed Wastewater & Bioresources Director at Thames Water in July 2024, she has over 20 years’ experience which combines blue-chip consulting with leadership of large, service-oriented workforces. Tessa has a track record of delivering transformational change within the utilities and logistics sector and a strong drive to make things better for customers and the environment. |
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We are honoured to have such dedicated members.
Your commitment and support have shaped our journey and continues to inspire us. In this section, we’ll celebrate our valued, long-standing members. We remain committed to supporting your success as we work together to shape the future of the sector. |
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Welcoming Our New Members |
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We are thrilled to welcome our newest members to British Water. Your voice, expertise and contributions will play a key role in shaping our future, and we look forward to supporting your growth and success. |
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British Water Events & Meetings |
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| New BW Focus Group: People, Process, and Organisational Drivers in Water 17 September 2025, 14.00 - 15.30, Virtual Share your insights and help define priorities around workforce, efficiency, innovation, and more—bringing together voices from across the industry. British Water members are invited to join a workshop exploring the potential for a group focused on people, process, and organisational drivers in tackling key sector challenges. Learn More. |
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| UK Forum Meeting 22 September 2025, 09.30 - 15.30, Birmingham Attend our upcoming UK Forum Meeting. British Water holds these meetings twice a year and it is an opportunity for our members to get the latest information, discuss and meet around the current business environment and recent news related to the UK Water Market. For members only. Learn more. |
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| British Water - Innovation Summit 30 September 2025, 09.15 - 14.15, London Join industry leaders and stakeholders at the British Water Innovation Summit, a half-day conference which aims to demystify the innovation landscape for water and wastewater supply chain companies. You will hear from a range of speakers with expertise in water innovation to enable you to navigate funding routes and build meaningful partnerships. Learn more. |
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| 7th WIF Annual Dinner 7 October 2025, 19.00 - 22.30, Birmingham Join us for an opportunity to network with professionals from across the UK water sector, meet with Water Industry Forum (WIF) directors and colleagues, and hear from our keynote speaker Alex Plant, CEO, Scottish Water. Learn more. |
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| South East Water Liaison Meeting 8 October 2025, 13.00 - 14.45, Virtual Join us for an engaging Liaison Meeting with South East Water to hear the latest updates covering the company's structure, capital delivery, asset management approach and procurement strategy. Learn More. |
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| Women On Water Conference & Reception 23 October 2025, 14.00 - 19.00, Manchester Gain new connections, tips and insights to support your career. Register for this exciting conference & reception which aims to empower and support women in the water sector. |
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| Pennon Group In-Person Liaison Meeting 29 October 2025, 13.00 - 14.45, Exeter Register to attend the British Water’s in-person Liaison Meeting with Pennon Group. Engage in discussions on the company’s structure, capital delivery plans, sustainability initiatives, and procurement processes. There are only a small number of places available for this visit, so please email Margret Mwanza to avoid disappointment. Learn More. |
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| British Water Annual Conference 10 November 2025, 09.15 - 17.30, Coventry Join us for the third edition of British Water’s Annual Conference as we explore how the sector must evolve to meet growing demands. The event will build on last year’s discussions, with new panels and contributions from across the water ecosystem to share best practice and practical solutions. Learn more. |
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| Welsh Water Liaison Meeting 26 November 2025, 13.00 - 14.45, Virtual Join us for an insightful Liaison Meeting with Welsh Water. Engage in discussions covering Welsh Water's latest initiatives and strategic priorities, offering a comprehensive overview of their ongoing and future projects. Learn More. |
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British Water Focus Groups |
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Other Industry Events & Exhibitions |
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| British Water At Stockholm World Water Week 24 - 28 August 2025, Sweden Come and visit us at the UK Pavilion at World Water Week 2025, a hub for collaboration, events, and networking for organisations within the UK water sector. Under the theme 'Better Connected', the Pavilion fosters global partnerships and promotes sector engagement. Learn more. |
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| Aquatech Mexico 2025 2 - 4 September 2025, Mexico Register for Latin America’s leading water technology event, featuring over 200 exhibitors and more than 10,000 professionals. The show spans the full water cycle, with expert-led conferences, regional insights, and international pavilions. A key platform for networking, innovation, and business growth. Learn more |
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| 13th Business Opportunities Fair 2025 16 - 17 September 2025, Manila, Philippines Gain insights into The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) procurement process, upcoming project pipelines, and business opportunities across the region. This flagship event connects businesses with ADB sector specialists and procurement teams, offering valuable guidance on how companies can bid for and win contracts across infrastructure sectors including water. Learn more or register with Bernice Ermac from DBT Manila. |
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| WEFTEC 2025 27 September - 1 October 2025, Chicago, USA Join the global water community at WEFTEC – the Water Environment Federation’s Technical Exhibition & Conference, the largest event of its kind in North America. Bringing together utility leaders, innovators, technology providers, and policy shapers, WEFTEC offers access to international insights, technical sessions, and cutting-edge solutions across the water and wastewater landscape. Learn More. |
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| BIM4Water Asset Information Management Strategy Meeting 30 September 2025, 09.00 - 16.00, Birmingham Calling all Water Company asset managers, BIM4Water are holding a free Asset Information Management Strategy (AIMS) event. The theme is the development and implementation of an AIMS and considers the recent requirements of Ofwat for AMP8. |
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| Vox Studios, Unit V124 1-45 Durham Street London SE11 5JH +44 (0)20 3567 0950 info@britishwater.co.uk membership@britishwater.co.uk |
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