US household water and sewer charges reached a five-year high in 2025, increasing by 5.1% and outpacing inflation, according to Bluefield Research, one of the leading providers of global water market data and insights. Bluefield’s annual US Municipal Water & Sewer Rate Index, which benchmarks utilities across 50 cities nationwide, shows a cumulative five-year increase […]
Armstrong Fluid Technology, one of the global leaders in intelligent, energy-efficient fluid flow and whole-building mechanical solutions, has announced the appointment of Danilo Elez as chief executive officer. In this role, Elez will lead the company’s next phase of growth and innovation. Elez joins Armstrong at a pivotal point in its development, recognising the company’s […]
The global water and wastewater automation market is projected to reach $18.2bn by 2033, up from $9.8bn in 2024, according to Growth Market Reports. The sector is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% between 2025 and 2033, driven by rising demand for efficient water management, stricter regulatory requirements, and […]
From front room to Stadium Point, the Borger UK pump success story continues with David Brown Borger UK, which has established itself as one of the leading pump brands since its founding in Staffordshire in 2004, has relocated to larger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury. Led by managing director, David Brown, who originally introduced Borger to […]
Yarra Valley Water has opened its 2026 Community Grants Programme, offering up to $15,000 for community-led initiatives (Image: Yarra Valley Water) Yarra Valley Water has opened its 2026 Community Grants Programme, offering up to $15,000 for community-led initiatives that promote water efficiency, strengthen community connections, and protect the natural environment. The programme forms part of […]
Last Jan, the UN declared a state of “water bankruptcy” in its Global Water Bankruptcy report, warning of the irreversible depletion of aquifer reserves driven by rising human demand. The UN’s global review presents a stark outlook: 75% of the world’s population now lives in countries classified as water-insecure or critically water-insecure; more than half […]
Veolia has announced the acquisition of Enviropacific, a portfolio company of Next Capital, enhancing its technological and operational capabilities in remediation, water treatment and hazardous waste management across Australia. Enviropacific reported a FY25 turnover of approximately $174m and employs nearly 300 people. The transaction, valued at around $153m (enterprise value), remains subject to financial close […]
SWAN workshop participants discussing digital water strategies, Sydney 2026 (Image: Smart Water Networks Forum) The Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) will bring together water sector leaders, regulators, utilities and technology experts on 8 Apr at AsiaWater 2026 for an interactive half-day workshop focused on advancing digital transformation and resilience across Asia’s water sector. Held at […]
On World Water Day 2025, WaterEquity announced the creation of the Everspring Fund, which launched four months later. Since Jul 2025, the fund has invested in financial institutions across Indonesia, Tajikistan, Mexico, and Cambodia, supporting loans for household-level needs such as toilets, piped water connections, storage systems, and bathrooms. For families without access to reliable […]
As of 1 Mar 2026, Melbourne’s Annual Water Outlook quarterly update shows storage levels at 69.6%, down 11.2% (approximately 203.8 billion litres) compared with Mar 2025, driven by prolonged hot, dry conditions, low inflows and high household water use over the past 12 months. Between 1 Dec 2025 and 1 Mar 2026 alone, storage levels […]
