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What Glasgow Taught Us About the Future of Water

What Glasgow Taught Us About the Future of Water

RSE CEO Stephen Slessor reflects on the IWA World Water Congress 2026 and what it revealed about the future of planning, delivery and people across the water sector.
RSE Apprentice Crowned SJIB Edmundson Electrical Apprentice of the Year

RSE Apprentice Crowned SJIB Edmundson Electrical Apprentice of the Year

RSE is delighted to announce that former apprentice and now qualified electrician, Katie Munro, has been named the winner of the prestigious SJIB Edmundson Electrical Apprentice of the Year Award 2026.
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Welcome to the New RSE Website

Welcome to the New RSE Website

A New Digital Platform Showcasing the Full Breadth of RSE Expertise
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Impact report reveals RSE’s £281m contribution to UK economy

Impact report reveals RSE’s £281m contribution to UK economy

RSE Group's rapid growth has made a major impact on the UK economy and its communities, says SQW
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Torra WTW – Major Upgrade and Expansion Work

Torra WTW – Major Upgrade and Expansion Work

Torra WTW on Islay is undergoing extensive upgrades to secure reliable, high-quality drinking water.
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RSE and UNICEF to Host TED Talk Sessions at IWA 2026

RSE and UNICEF to Host TED Talk Sessions at IWA 2026

As Principal Sponsor of IWA World Water Congress 2026, RSE will host TED-style talks on its stand.
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Where Innovation Meets Delivery: Join Us at IWA 2026

Where Innovation Meets Delivery: Join Us at IWA 2026

This October, the global water community will gather in Glasgow for the 2026 IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition
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On-Demand Webinar: Future of Water Infrastructure

On-Demand Webinar: Future of Water Infrastructure

RSE & Smart Water Magazine discussed key findings from Modular by Design: Closing the Delivery Gap.
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RSE Welcomes New Cohort of Engineering Apprentices

RSE Welcomes New Cohort of Engineering Apprentices

Over 30 new apprentices have joined RSE's award-winning programme as we invest in future engineers
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RSE and DuPont Water Solutions Partner to Deliver Modular Membrane Technology Solutions

RSE and DuPont Water Solutions Partner to Deliver Modular Membrane Technology Solutions

The collaboration brings together DuPont’s world-class membrane portfolio with RSE’s OEM design, engineering and project delivery capabilities.
RSE recognised for H&S excellence at RoSPA awards.

RSE recognised for H&S excellence at RoSPA awards.

RSE has received a prestigious RoSPA Award, showing our commitment to the highest safety standards.
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Eela Water WTW

Eela Water WTW

The site long faced microbiological and discolouration problems, driven by seasonal raw water manganese peaks.
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Female-Led Team Delivers Landmark Upgrade

Female-Led Team Delivers Landmark Upgrade

This INWED, we spotlight RSE Delivery Manager Kirsty Ennion, driving innovation in the water sector.
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RSE Driving Digital Transformation Across the UK Water Sector

RSE Driving Digital Transformation Across the UK Water Sector

RSE is scaling its digital capabilities to deliver projects faster, more efficiently, and with greater certainty for clients.
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RSE Lands Multi-Billion Deal for Scotland’s Water

RSE Lands Multi-Billion Deal for Scotland’s Water

The Scottish Water Enterprise will be one of the most ambitious investment programmes ever undertaken by Scottish Water.
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A New Vision for Water’: UK Sets a New Direction

A New Vision for Water’: UK Sets a New Direction

RSE CEO, Stephen Slessor, shares his thoughts on the UK government's vision for water.
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Eela WTW Modular Upgrade Driving Sector Innovation

Eela WTW Modular Upgrade Driving Sector Innovation

RSE is delivering civils, MEICA, process and commissioning for a new 5.7Ml/d ceramic membrane plant.
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TMB® Proudly Featured Among Sustainable Business COP30

TMB® Proudly Featured Among Sustainable Business COP30

The TMB® delivers water infrastructure, creating green jobs, skills and climate-resilient solutions.
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RSE Invests in Next Generation of Water Engineers

RSE Invests in Next Generation of Water Engineers

The latest cohort, aged 17 to 42, will combine on-the-job training and mentoring with college study.
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RSE Team Receives Recognition for Innovation and Growth

RSE Team Receives Recognition for Innovation and Growth

RSE's growth and innovation are recognised by the UK Fast Growth Index and the E2E Dynamic 100 2025.
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RSE Team Receives Recognition for Innovation and Growth

RSE Team Receives Recognition for Innovation and Growth

This award recognises our team's commitment to cutting-edge water engineering and nationwide growth.
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Net Zero Progress

Net Zero Progress

Our Group's combined Scope 1 & 2 emissions rose by 2% (location-based) and fell by 2% (market-based).
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Major Alderney WTW Upgrade Using Ceramic Membranes

Major Alderney WTW Upgrade Using Ceramic Membranes

Meticulous logistics planning needed strong collaboration with client, Tier 1 PC and subcontractors.
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RSE & Biomatrix Partner for Nature-Based Solutions

RSE & Biomatrix Partner for Nature-Based Solutions

RSE & Biomatrix announce a strategic partnership delivering nature-based water management solutions.
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RSE’s Ultra Low Carbon TMB™ Achieves LPCB Certification

RSE’s Ultra Low Carbon TMB™ Achieves LPCB Certification

Our engineers redesigned a modular enclosure in hybrid CLT/glulam, replacing traditional materials.
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Water Industry Awards 2024 Contractor of the Year

Water Industry Awards 2024 Contractor of the Year

RSE earned Contractor of the Year at last night's Water Industry Awards 2024 at The Vox, Birmingham.
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RSE Deliver Vital Upgrades to Tiree Water Treatment Works

RSE Deliver Vital Upgrades to Tiree Water Treatment Works

High water demand stretched existing infrastructure, requiring investment to keep a reliable supply.
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RSE Invests £1.2 Million in State-of-the-Art Equipment for New Facility

RSE Invests £1.2 Million in State-of-the-Art Equipment for New Facility

RSE has invested £1.2 million in advanced equipment to boost production and meet growing AMP8 demand.
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RSE announced as the winners of the CeeD Skills Development award

RSE announced as the winners of the CeeD Skills Development award

Our team were CeeD Awards 2024 finalists for Circular Economy, Skills Development and Innovations.
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RSE Win Energy Transition Scotland Award at VIBES 2023

RSE Win Energy Transition Scotland Award at VIBES 2023

RSE is proud to win the VIBES Energy Transition Scotland Award, recognising our Net Zero commitment.
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Electrician Ben Wardrop named SJIB Apprentice of the Year

Electrician Ben Wardrop named SJIB Apprentice of the Year

RSE is delighted Sean's rapid progress and integrity as a Mechanical Engineer earned him this award.
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Most Promising Graduate Apprentice CECA Scotland Awards

Most Promising Graduate Apprentice CECA Scotland Awards

A young RSE Electrician has been crowned SJIB Apprentice of the Year 2022 with Edmundson Electrical.
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New MCC and Modular Building Arrives at Turriff WTW

New MCC and Modular Building Arrives at Turriff WTW

In mid-2020, Scottish Water engaged RSE to design, refurbish and upgrade core assets at Turriff WTW.
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Environmental Benefits from Recycled TTU Solution

Environmental Benefits from Recycled TTU Solution

Scottish Water asked RSE to urgently design, make, install and commission Craignure WTW in 4 months.

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What Glasgow Taught Us About the Future of Water

What Glasgow Taught Us About the Future of Water

RSE CEO Stephen Slessor reflects on the IWA World Water Congress 2026 and what it revealed about the future of planning, delivery and people across the water sector.
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New Research Reveals the Growing Challenge Facing Water Infrastructure Delivery

New Research Reveals the Growing Challenge Facing Water Infrastructure Delivery

The UK water sector is entering one of the most ambitious periods of infrastructure investment in its history.
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