Affinity Water
Affinity Water is a company that is part of the pulse of the water sector. Here we bring together everything it publishes on Smart Water Magazine: its news, its blogs and the events it takes part in.
“GUCT will strengthen UK’s water infrastructure, creating a legacy of resilient water resources”
As England develops major Strategic Resource Options to secure future water supplies, the Grand Union Canal Transfer combines advanced water recycling with the country’s historic canal network. Natasha Coackley of Affinity Water explains how the scheme could strengthen long-term resilience. Across England, water companies are advancing a new generation of large-scale infrastructure projects to secure […]
Affinity Water appoints Mark Garth as new Chief Executive Officer
Affinity Water Limited ("Affinity Water")has announced that Mark Garth has been offered and has accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer and executive director of Affinity Water. Mark will join Affinity Water as CEO during the first half of 2026, following his notice period. Garth has extensive prior experience in the water sector, holding a number of senior and […]
Affinity Water partners with Lightsonic and Openreach to tackle water leaks
Affinity Water has awarded a major contract to Lightsonic to deploy its Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) leak detection technology, which is being trialled on Openreach’s existing fibre network. This marks a significant investment in their strategy to reduce leakage across its water supply system. With the UK water sector under mounting pressure to tackle […]
Affinity Water’s innovative Tariff Trial delivers promising results for customers and environment
An innovative tariff trial led by Affinity Water is showing strong early results in reducing customer bills and cutting water usage, a dual win for households and the environment. The WaterSave Tariff trial, launched in October 2023 in Stevenage, introduced a rising block pricing structure to 1,337 properties. Under this model, customers pay more per […]
Affinity Water unveils investments in water supply
Affinity Water has unveiled one of the most ambitious investment programmes in its history, committing £2.3 billion over the next five years to secure a sustainable, reliable water supply while tackling the dual challenges of climate change and rapid population growth. These essential upgrades to infrastructure, environmental protection measures, and customer-focused innovations, will increase water […]
Affinity Water launches smart metering programme
Affinity Water is excited to announce the launch of its first-ever Smart metering initiative, starting with a trial in parts of the Harlow and Bishop's Stortford areas, Hertfordshire. This groundbreaking project will begin with the installation of approximately 20,000 Smart meters in household properties and 20 in non-household properties as part of the initial trial […]