Northumbrian Water starts £9.4 million Pegswood wastewater network upgrade project

PUBT · 1d ago
Northumbrian Water starts £9.4 million Pegswood wastewater network upgrade project
  • Northumbrian Water launched a £9.4 million wastewater upgrade program in Pegswood, Northumberland, targeting stronger network resilience.
  • Project scope includes upgrades at Pegswood Sewage Treatment Works, storm overflow improvements, and a 1.5 km transfer pipeline.
  • Investment targets lower phosphorus levels, fewer storm overflow discharges, reduced sewer flooding risk, improved local water quality.
  • Mott MacDonald Bentley will deliver construction; the treatment works will remain operational during the build.
  • Work is scheduled to run through winter 2027.


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