News Archive
Welcome to the News Archive section of the Hydrosave site.
September 2007
Hydrosave have been selected by South Staffs Water as a leak detection contractor. The selection is part of a 3 month trial project to appraise appropriate performance contracts and will be used to select nominated preferred suppliers for the future.
June 2007
Hydrosave are delighted to announce their selection as a Three Valleys Water framework leak detection contractor. The contract has been awarded for an initial 2 year period and confirms Hydrosave’s status as one of the leading leakage control companies in the UK.
May 2007
Severn Trent Water has selected the partnership of Hyder Consulting, Advantica and Hydrosave UK as Leakage Management Consultants for provision of services in support of future leakage control and management strategies. The partnership will provide a complimentary range of services combining Consultancy, Network Modelling, Oil and Gas Experience, and Water Operations expertise.
Hydrosave is acquired by South Staffordshire Plc
On Friday 9th March 2007 South Staffordshire Plc acquired Hydrosave UK Limited.
South Staffordshire Plc comprises of South Staffordshire Water PLC and a number of non-regulated businesses including Integrated Water Services (IWS), Pipeline Services, OnSite, Echo, Office Water Coolers and Aqua Direct.
Hydrosave will operate alongside South Staffordshire Plc’s other Water and Waste water businesses, all of which have excellent relationships within the water industry and industrial sector.
The services Hydrosave provides are a growth area and Hydrosave has an excellent reputation for service and quality, which is a very positive reflection on the skills and commitment of its employees.
Visit to China
Stuart Hamilton MD of Hydrosave during a recent visit to China was elected as the secretary to the IWA Water Loss Task Force (WLTF).
Stuart will be working along side major international consultants and leading personnel within the water industry throughout the world to develop best practices and methodologies.
These techniques will enable a common worldwide approach to water management, loss control and calculations.
Hydrosave has recently completed studies and projects in the following countries:
- Australia - Hydrosave was commissioned for a 3 month initial visit to Queensland Australia to assist in a water loss strategy; this project will be ongoing for the next 3 years.
- Kuwait – Hydrosave has been commissioned to develop a water loss control program and active leakage control program- this program is ongoing
- Kuwait – Hydrosave was recently commissioned to assist in the development a water code of practice document – this program is ongoing
- Ukraine – Hydrosave was commissioned to calculate the losses and produce a report for a major city in Ukraine ‘Donetsk’. The results were presented to the board of directors in 2006
- Calgary Canada- Hydrosave was commissioned to assist Calgary Water in the development of a bespoke active leakage control program to help in their losses program. A totally new approach was developed using the Gutermann ground microphone and was proved to be successful. A paper is available of the findings and was presented in Macedonia Sept 2006.
Hydrosave has presented papers in many countries of the world in recent months these being:
- South Africa
- China
- Macedonia
- Kuwait
- UK
- Australia
Training Provision in the United Arab Emirates
Hydrosave interests in the Middle East continue to expand with the recent request to deliver a bespoke training program to employees of the local water company with Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
The program which is in association with a leading UK manufacturer of water industry equipment is to concentrate on field based leakage and below ground asset location methodologies and is planned to commence in July 2005.
Cambridge Water
As part of Cambridge Waters leakage reduction initiative Hydrosave have been requested to provide support to Cambridge’s existing leakage detection efforts.
The support will compliment current leakage detection activities and commenced mid May 2005.
Veolia Water
Hydrosave have recently been awarded an extension to the ongoing assessment of domestic water use project with Veolia Water.
The project captures water consumption information from some 2800 domestic meters supplied from within the Three Valleys Water Supply Area and forms the basis for a robust “legitimate consumption” analysis.
Hydrosave in the Middle East
A Hydrosave Business Development Group has recently returned from a 4 day tour of the Middle East.
The group which was headed by Stuart Hamilton Hydrosave’s Managing Director and included members of the Senior Management Team met with a number of local water company personnel within the United Arab Emirates in order to present the benefits of a robust resource management strategy for water produced for both domestic and irrigation purposes.
It was an opportunity for the Group to promote the range of services Hydrosave can offer and in particular the Company’s expertise in the fields of leakage and asset management.
The tour also provided the forum to review existing projects in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi where Hydrosave are working in association with a leading consultancy company in providing leakage related activities to attain a more robust and secure supply of fresh drinking water.
With this aim Hydrosave are currently developing a portfolio of specific strategy and methodology in order to complement the management of resources within an environment where water is at a premium.
From Qatar to the UK
Hydrosave have recently been requested to deliver a comprehensive training program to Water Industry employees within Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
Part of which will involve a contingent from Qatar where representatives will spend a week in the UK to gain experience in the arts of Leakage Management.
The course agenda will identify the different methodologies utilised within the leakage detection process and incorporate modules on district metering, system optimisation and pressure management.
The International Water Association (IWA)
The IWA is a global network of water professionals, spanning the continuum between research and practice which incorporates all facets of the water cycle.
Through the IWA, in the form of a “Task Force” members collaborate to lead the development of effective and sustainable approaches to water management throughout the world.
As a member of the IWAs “Task Force”, Hydrosave Managing Director Stuart Hamilton recently returned from a 10 day tour of Australia and the Far East.
The tour was conceived as a focus for a number of key Water Management issues relating to leakage methodology and the challenges facing the Australian water industry in maintaining its crucial water reserves.
Initiatives were presented from IWA members to representatives from local Water Companies and service providers throughout the continent.
Stuart was also invited to participate in a discussion forum attended by government officials to establish how the IWA may assist Water Companies in providing a robust strategy for the management of their resources.
Severn Trent Water
As part of an ongoing partnership with Severn Trent Water, Hydrosave have been awarded an addendum to assist in the delivery of the Company’s Planned Preventative Maintenance program.
From April 2005 Hydrosave operatives will be working closely with Severn Trent Water in ensuring that their outstanding track record for the provision of excellent water quality is maintained by the delivering specific maintenance programs within the water supply network.
Hydrosave Business Manager Stuart Mobbs commented “We are delighted to be associated with Severn Trent Water and this achievement forms part of a continued but controlled growth of our service and asset management group which continues to flourish in no small part due to the effort and commitment of our employees”.
Hydrosave win another top contract
Hydrosave have recently been awarded a 3 year framework with Severn Trent Water with potential for a 2 year extension. The framework includes the provision of leakage detection services and emergency network support duties.
Procurement of the contract demonstrates the success of existing contracts and the restructuring of the business that included the recruitment of Stuart Mobbs and Simon Dray to the management team, establishment of regional managers and supervisors and relocation to new larger offices.
Stuart Mobbs as Business Manager stated ' This is an excellent contract for Hydrosave and demonstrates the time and effort that has been put in by all our field and office staff to establish Hydrosave as a major professional services business in the UK and international water industry. This contract along with other long term frameworks will enable us to grow at a controlled rate whilst offering our clients a top quality service that is second to none.'
Brand new Vans at Hydrosave
Hydrosave is pleased to announce the completed upgrade of all vans in the fleet to side opening door Ford Transit Connects. This is a great help for health and safety as members of staff can now gain access to their equipment from the footpath without having to stand at the rear of the van in the road.
No place like home - new Hydrosave Office
Observant visitors to the Hydrosave website may have noticed that our contact details have changed and they would be right because Hydrosave has recently purchased a new 4000 square/feet office block in Kettering. Hydrosave see this as a building block to enable them to continue their growth in the consultancy industry.
New Property Management Division
Hydrosave have recently started a property management division and have since secured several 10 year + contracts ranging from grass cutting to full office management and refurbishment.
Hydrosave Has Been Verified
Hydrosave already operate a quality and environmental management system which has gained BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000 and BS EN ISO 14001 certification.
These systems along with our safety policy have recently been independently assessed by Achilles Verify. The audit included an assessment of the implementation of our policies and procedures for office and site. The audit highlighted that that our systems are operated effectively, resulting in an above average rating.
The information from the audit is available to Achilles Verify subscribers and will enable potential employers to make assessments on-line.
Anglian Water – PR04 Supply Demand
During November and December Hydrosave have provided Anglian Water with support for their AMP4 submission. This involved carrying out modeling and feasibility studies.
Meter Assessment Survey
Hydrosave have been commissioned by JBS Construction Ltd to assist them in their metering programme within the 3 Valleys region. This work is part of a 3-year programme.
Lead Sampling
Anglian Water Services Ltd has employed Hydrosave to carry out a lead sampling programme throughout the Anglian Water region. This work is ongoing over the next 12 months.
900mm Main in Isle of Man
Consultancy Service for Unaccounted Water (in Africa)
Hydrosave have been awarded, by Severn Trent International, UFW consultancy service for five African utilities. The project is funded by the Swedish International Development Assistance (SIDA).
ISO 14001
Hydrosave is coming to the end of its initial 12 months of being an ISO 14001 accredited company. Several major initiatives have been implemented resulting in further environmentally friendly working practices being adopted.
International Water Association
Hydrosave is a member of the Leakage Initiative steering group recommending best practices for worldwide adoption for leakage detection equipment and working practices.
Essex & Suffolk Water Leakage Contract
Hydrosave UK Ltd has been selected by Essex & Suffolk Water to participate in a framework contract. The project is to assist in the Leakage Control initiative within the Essex & Suffolk area of supply.
Environment Agency
Hydrosave UK Ltd has been awarded a 14-month framework contract to conduct water efficiency audits on selected commercial sites throughout Southern England. The project commences May 2003 through to June 2004.
Al-Ain United Arab Emirates
Hydrosave UK Ltd have, in conjunction with Hyder Consulting, successfully bid for a water management and leak detection services contract. The contract is for a duration of 30 months and commences June2003.
Thessalloniki Greece
This highly successful contract is reaching the end of its initial period. Hydrosave in conjunction with Hyder Consulting has delivered a quality product to the client. An extension to the contract is currently under review.