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SHOWCASE 2025

09-11 June 2026

Exhibition Centre, Liverpool

Flood & Coast is a unique event that attracts exhibitors, speakers and visitors from around the world to advance the debate about the impacts of climate change on ﬂood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM).

More information and updates for our Flood & Coast 2026 event, scheduled from 09 - 11 June at the Exhibition Centre, Liverpool, will be released soon.

For stand bookings and sponsorship opportunities please contact: Tel: +44 (0) 203 900 0146 Email: ciwemevents@syonmedia.com

Delivering long-term flood and coastal erosion risk management resilience

RESILIENCE TO FLOOD and coastal erosion risk is crucial due to the significant and growing threat that flooding and erosion poses to communities, infrastructure and the economy. Jacobs is leading the provision of expert support to the Environment Agency on three key national projects which will improve understanding of flood and coastal erosion risk in England: National Flood Risk Management 2 (NaFRA2), National Coastal Erosion Risk Mapping 2 (NCERM2) and Long-Term Investment Scenarios (LTIS) 2025.

NaFRA2

Together with the Environment Agency, JBA Consulting and a small group of industry and academic experts, Jacobs is designing, developing and implementing NaFRA2, a pioneering cloud computing system that will help create a step-change in the quality and scope of England’s national flood risk information. A major project milestone was the publication

of the new national mapping in January 2025, which includes flooding risk from rivers, sea and surface water.

NCERM2

England’s coasts are vulnerable to erosion, sea-level rise and climate change events. In order to be prepared and mitigate for potential future erosion, the Environment Agency commissioned Jacobs, supported by Royal HaskoningDHV and Channel Coastal Observatory, to update the prediction of long-term coastal erosion risks through NCERM2. The outputs showing potential future erosion risk can be viewed by the public, the coastal industry and local planners via the Environment Agency’s easily accessible online Shoreline Management Plan Explorer website. A major project milestone was the publication of the new national data in January 2025.

LTIS 2025

The LTIS programme seeks to understand the national-scale

investment needed to manage flood and coastal erosion risk in England, providing a critical evidence base for the Environment Agency’s national business and helping it to secure government funding for flood and coastal erosion risk management. Making full use of NaFRA2 and NCERM2, this project looks beyond the present day, to understand how risk and flood and coastal erosion management investment would need to evolve under different scenarios over the next 100 years. Working in partnership with the Environment Agency, JBA Consulting, Horritt Consulting and Sayers and Partners, Jacobs is providing expert advice on several interconnected topics, including climate change, flood and coastal resilience and adaptive planning.

Find out more about Jacobs’ work here.

Welcome

FROM THE VIBRANT exhibition space to diverse, dynamic content, the energy was constant. What stood out most was the shared commitment to connecting the flood risk community around common goals. This year, we advanced collective momentum, exploring growth on day one, integration on day two, and innovation, people, and funding on day three. It was exhausting and energizing in equal measure. Thank you to everyone for your support and dedication to people, planet, and the possibilities we unlock together. See you in Liverpool in 2026!

Darren Eckford Director of Learning and Organisational Development, CIWEM

Marine ingenuity driving coastal protection success

IT HAS BEEN Van Oord UK’s privilege to support the Flood and Coast conference as Gold Sponsor since 2016. As one of the UK’s leading dredging and marine contractors we understand the importance of meeting together face to face to discuss and share current challenges and successes in flood and coastal erosion risk management.

Our company has been established in the UK since 1924 and specialises in capital and maintenance dredging, coastal protection, port development, land reclamation and outfall installation. In addition, Van Oord’s fully owned subsidiary company, JT Mackley Construction, has been established for over 90 years and specialises in the delivery of civil engineering projects in the coastal, fluvial, waste, water, ports, harbour, energy and infrastructure sectors.

Our skilled professionals have an unrivalled experience and deep understanding of coastal and marine construction projects in the UK. We are able to draw upon the expertise of over 5700 dedicated employees and a state-of-the-art fleet of marine

equipment. This ensures flexibility to provide appropriate resources for the variety of projects encountered in the dredging and marine contracting sphere. Our operations are supported by our internal Engineering Department, who develop cost effective and environmentally sensitive solutions for our projects.

We understand collaboration is essential to achieving best results. We work closely with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to ensure we deliver value solutions and exceed expectations.

Van Oord was one of the first contractors to partner with the Environment Agency for the delivery of their coastal infrastructure projects and has been successful in delivering 100% of the EA’s Marine and Coastal Framework (MCF) programme. Major coastal protection schemes executed by Van Oord include:

⬛ Saltfleet to Gibraltar Point Beach Management;

⬛ Lincolnshire Beach Management;

⬛ Hythe Ranges Sea Defence;

⬛ Lydd Ranges Sea Defence;

⬛ Bacton to Walcott Sandscaping;

⬛ Shoreham Adur Tidal Walls Scheme;

⬛ Broomhill Sands Coastal Defence Scheme; and

⬛ Happisburgh to Winterton.

Our focus is always on identifying and delivering sustainable solutions for our clients and we are committed to ensuring that sustainability is a prime consideration at every stage of the project. We are committed to achieving Net Zero Carbon and are proactively putting forward lower carbon solutions. We play an active role in caring for the planet by focusing on solutions that enhance the environment both now and in the future. Through working in partnership with renowned research institutes and universities, Van Oord continues to develop environmental innovations, for instance the Van Oord Guards programme. We encourage and support our teams to be innovative and develop work methods that are sympathetic to the environment and deliver biodiversity net gain and community benefit.

Marine ingenuity is what sets Van Oord apart. Thanks to the ingenious mind and passionate hearts of our employees, we develop smart solutions that both protect and enhance the environment and communities.

Strategic partners

The Rivers Trust

The Rivers Trust is leading the movement for wild, healthy rivers, working with local member trusts to restore biodiversity and protect rivers for future generations. Combining national expertise with local action, it supports communities, farmers and organisations with the knowledge, data and tools to help our rivers thrive once more.

ADA

ADA is the membership organisation for water level and flood risk management across the UK. Representing over 230 authorities and industry partners, it champions sustainable water management, provides expert guidance and support to members, and promotes public understanding of the essential work the sector delivers every day.

ASA

The Association of SuDS Authorities (ASA) represents a unified voice for sustainable drainage. Formed with support from Lead Local Flood Authorities, ASA promotes consistent, effective SuDS delivery nationwide. It works to champion SuDS in new developments, supporting better

water management and resilience through collaboration, guidance and shared expertise.

UDG

The CIWEM Urban Drainage Group (UDG) is a specialist group of CIWEM, supporting excellence in urban drainage management. Continuing the work of WaPUG (Waste Water Planning User Group), UDG advances science, education and professional standards. It promotes training, research and best practice to equip

current and future professionals for sustainable urban drainage solutions.

RCG

The CIWEM Rivers & Coastal Group (RCG) promotes the sustainable management of rivers and coasts. Through knowledge sharing, events, and policy input, it supports members – especially early careers – and contributes expertise to CIWEM’s wider work, building connections that inspire effective, inclusive solutions to flood, erosion, and environmental challenges.

Interested in partnering with CIWEM events?

CHOOSING TO BE a strategic partner for one of our flagship events – such as Flood & Coast or the Urbain Drainage Group conference – allows you to better understand the overarching themes and direction that everyone will engage with. It also demonstrates your organisation’s commitment to sustainability, advancing

your industry and advocating for the most pressing issues. The events team will work with you to create the profile your organisation needs to build your place in the industry as a responsible and sustainable operation. If you would like to know more about the programme for our upcoming events, please contact olgn.nielsen@ciwem.org

Rivers and Coastal Group

Shaping resilient futures in flood management

ATKINSRÉALIS HAVE been working with the Environment Agency on their frameworks since its formation in 1996. We are currently delivering flood and coastal consultancy services to the EA and other Risk Management Authorities via the Collaborative Delivery Framework, Mapping and Modelling Framework, Ecological Services 4 Framework, Crown Commercial Services Construction Professional Services and Partner with RAB on the Emergency Preparedness Framework. The AtkinsRéalis team enjoyed another successful Flood and Coast conference at Telford! This is a great networking event with the opportunity to mix with all the key players in the flood and coast sector.

We were delighted, once again, to be one of the Gold Sponsors and appreciated contributing to shaping the conference with CIWEM via the newly established Sponsors Forum. AtkinsRéalis also jointly sponsored the networking lounge with our EA CDF Lot 2 Partner Kier.

Great discussions were had at our Stand around the daily themes of the conference. On day one we were able to share how our work on flood and coastal defence schemes is unlocking growth potential and delivering economic benefits in the southwest. We also introduced our off-site manufacture and assembly social and affordable housing solution EDAROTH (Everyone Deserves A Roof Over Their Head).

On day two we presented the work we are doing across the UK on Integrated Catchment Management and our input into delivering climate resilient communities. It was brilliant to see the final day of the conference focus on our next generation of talent with the AtkinsRéalis Early Career Professionals sharing how they had been attracted, retained and empowered by the business to work on Flood and Coastal schemes.

AtkinsRéalis proudly contributed to the success of the conference in many areas. One of our Early Career Professionals was involved in supporting other Early Career Professionals attending the conference. This involved delivering a short briefing presentation and then escorting them around the exhibition hall and introducing them to individuals at different company stands.

In total, AtkinsRéalis delivered five presentations on the newly introduced Critical People Skills and Technical Skills stages covering topics such as bathing water quality, innovative flood embankment monitoring, naturebased solutions, strategy development on the Lower Stour and detailed design of the Salisbury River Park Flood defence scheme. Paul Canning, Associate Director and Technical Authority for Coastal & Marine Environment, facilitated a dynamic workshop on agreements for growth on the coast. Steve Barge, AtkinsRéalis Chief Engineer for the Rivers and Dams Business, participated in a lively roundtable table discussion organised by Stantec on shared experiences across the FCERM and regulated water sectors.

As always it was great to attend the Excellence Awards Dinner on the Wednesday evening and celebrate the achievements delivered on projects and celebrate individual members of the Flood Family via the people spotlight awards.

We look forward to a refresh of the conference next year as its moves to a new venue in Liverpool!

Our sponsors

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

FOOD AND DRINK SPONSORS SUSTAINABILITY

Partnering with

Whether your current focus is on talent development, driving innovative sustainability solutions, information sharing or expanding revenue streams, CIWEM can help support your organisational goals. We build a personal and bespoke relationship with each partner to achieve our common goals with three main areas of focus:

Get in touch with us and we’ll talk you through our three partnership levels and help you choose the right one for you.

Barbara Orth | Head of Partnerships

+44 (0)20 7269 5828

barbara.orth@ciwem.org

Solid gold support for Flood & Coast

FLOOD & COAST 2025 would not have been possible without the invaluable support and collaboration of our Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsors. This year’s event saw sponsors bringing their expertise to life across the exhibition floor, on stage, and in lively workshops and panel discussions.

From showcasing cutting-edge innovations to engaging the next generation of environmental leaders, sponsors played a vital role in shaping an inspiring and inclusive programme.

Whether facilitating hands-on demonstrations, supporting awards that celebrate excellence across the sector, or helping raise awareness of key resilience challenges, their contribution enriched the experience for every delegate.

We caught up with our three 2025 Gold Sponsors to hear why they continue to support Flood & Coast – and how being part of the UK’s leading flood and coastal risk management event helps them make an impact.

Conference

CONFERENCE DAY ONE: SHARED FUTURES, RISING CHALLENGES

THE OPENING DAY of Flood and Coast 2025 set the stage for a pivotal conversation about the future of flood and coastal risk management in the UK. With climate pressures intensifying and government ambitions growing bolder, the event’s early sessions offered a clear-eyed look at both the scale of the challenge and the sector’s collective resolve to respond with innovation, collaboration, and strategic clarity.

Spanning a series of keynote addresses, ministerial updates, and the always-insightful Chairs’ Forum, the programme brought together voices from across agencies, authorities, industry and academia.

The conference began with a strikingly immersive call to action from CIWEM President Hannah Burgess. Taking attendees on a guided journey into the flood and coastal risks of the year 2050, she painted a stark picture of rising seas, overwhelmed drainage systems, and vulnerable historic settlements caught between legacy infrastructure and future threats. This was no speculative exercise; it was a grounded projection based on current trajectories, and it laid the emotional and professional foundation for the days ahead.

Burgess’ framing was matched by Darren Eckford’s introduction on behalf of CIWEM, which reinforced the institution’s commitment to fostering practical, interdisciplinary solutions. With a strong emphasis on people, planet and possibility, CIWEM positioned the conference not just as a forum for exchange, but as an enabler of change. The inclusion of local authority showcases, quiet zones, and tailored early careers programming all signalled an event designed to engage across generations and geographies.

The first government intervention came from Flood and Water Minister Emma Hardy MP, whose address reflected

a notably pragmatic tone. Acknowledging years of underinvestment and the poor condition of existing flood assets, Hardy laid out the government’s twin priorities: significant new capital investment, and overdue reform of flood funding mechanisms.

The figures were eye-catching: £2.65 billion committed over two years, enabling protection for over 66,000 properties, plus a further £91 million to modernise infrastructure managed by Internal Drainage Boards. However, Hardy was also clear that this was only the beginning. A new flood investment programme is due to begin in April 2026, underpinned by a strategic ten-year pipeline and a reformed funding model aimed at boosting delivery and innovation.

One of the most consequential proposals was a simplified funding structure, with the UK Government pledging to fully fund the first £3 million of eligible flood projects, and cap partnership funding requirements thereafter. This shift, she argued, would enable smaller schemes, particularly for surface water and property-level resilience, to progress more rapidly and equitably.

Hardy also highlighted the newly formed Flood Resilience Taskforce – a cross-departmental group bringing together Defra, the Cabinet Office, the Department for Transport and emergency services – as evidence of a more joined-up national approach. Its focus: speeding up delivery, improving preparedness, and integrating lessons from across the sector.

Chair of the Environment Agency Alan Lovell offered a frank and reflective keynote that married data with direction. With 2023 and 2024 marked as the fourth and eighth wettest years on record respectively, Lovell provided a sobering account of the sheer pressure placed on existing

infrastructure – including one village near the Mersey that received four inches of rain in four hours, pushing the river 50cm above its previous record.

Yet there were causes for guarded optimism. Lovell pointed to a protection ratio of 35:1 – homes protected versus homes flooded—as evidence that sustained investment and operational diligence were paying off. He also reiterated the strategic value of flagship infrastructure such as the Ipswich Barrier, which, beyond protecting existing homes, has enabled the construction of thousands more.

Nonetheless, Lovell was candid about constraints. Revenue funding for maintenance continues to lag behind capital allocations, leading to a slip in asset condition from the ideal 98% to just over 92%. He welcomed recent moves to reallocate capital to maintenance budgets and praised the growing acceptance within government of the longterm cost-benefit case for upkeep over replacement.

Lovell also stressed the value of evidence-based planning, singling out the EA’s national flood risk assessment as a critical tool for future investment decisions. Importantly, he signalled that the agency is now better aligned with government ambitions, especially regarding climate adaptation and coastal resilience.

The Chairs’ Forum served as a dynamic digest of expert insight from four parallel workshops, each chaired by a sector specialist. There was a report on surface water, stressing it remains the UK’s highest flood risk and welcoming the Minister’s commitment to new standards and streamlined funding. There was a call for improved asset data, a national database, and funding routes for smaller,

The opening sessions of Flood and Coast 2025 revealed a sector under pressure, but also one equipped with sharper tools, clearer goals and a renewed sense of urgency

distributed schemes. Collaboration, catchment-scale thinking, and skills development emerged as vital enablers.

Fola Ogunyoye delivered a passionate assessment of groundwater, describing it as the “invisible risk” largely absent from both public discourse and statutory planning. Ogunyoye underscored the lack of national flood maps, inconsistent governance, and the urgent need to integrate groundwater risk into spatial planning and development approvals. With groundwater events often long-lasting and poorly understood, he argued for immediate investment in data, mapping, and institutional accountability.

Coastal issues were tackled with warnings that many “easy” schemes have now been completed, with the next wave of projects being far more intricate and contentious. There’s a need for faster policy-to-build cycles, more realistic long-term planning, and a move beyond ever-larger defences toward placemaking, tourism and nature-based adaptation.

Jim Hutchison, chairing the forum, linked these themes to a larger sector narrative: one of evolving complexity, crosssector dependencies, and the growing need for multi-skilled teams capable of navigating both the technical and the human dimensions of flood risk.

The opening sessions of Flood and Coast 2025 revealed a sector under pressure, but also one equipped with sharper tools, clearer goals and a renewed sense of urgency. Climate pressures are mounting, and the impacts of delay are more visible than ever. Yet the sector is not without hope. With coordinated investment, smarter funding models, and a commitment to evidence-led planning, it is possible not just to adapt to the future – but to shape it.

What emerges is a picture of a profession ready to move beyond incremental change. The groundwork is being laid for a decade of delivery, one that embraces complexity, engages communities, and redefines resilience as a shared responsibility. Flood and Coast 2025 may have started with warnings from the future, but it has already begun to chart a course for action today.

CONFERENCE DAY TWO: FORGING RESILIENCE

AS FLOOD AND Coast 2025 continued into its second day, a series of sessions offered attendees a rich tapestry of practice-led insights, spanning catchment-based planning, inter-agency working, community resilience, and rising early-career voices. The emphasis remained firmly on shared responsibility: across regions, roles, and generations.

Opening the second day was a spirited exploration of nature-based solutions (NBS), blue-green infrastructure and the sometimes murky relationship between ambition and delivery. Chaired by the Environment Agency’s Catherine Wright, the panel included practitioners from local authorities, water companies, consultancies, and environmental charities. Each offered case studies showing how NBS is being adopted at scale – or where it continues to struggle.

One recurring theme was the importance of starting with natural capital principles, not simply adding NBS to existing grey infrastructure plans. Several speakers cited project examples where early, strategic integration allowed better community outcomes, long-term cost savings, and climate resilience.

Funding complexities, landowner engagement, and institutional barriers were all raised as challenges. However, there was also a growing sense that system change is possible. One speaker captured the momentum well: “This isn’t just a pilot problem anymore. The barriers are known. Now we’re in the era of fixing them.”

Flood risk management seldom sits neatly in one agency’s remit. This session, chaired by the Environment Agency’s Dan Bond, addressed the difficult business of multi-agency working.

Using a mix of national and regional case studies, including the Humber Strategy and strategic flood partnerships across Yorkshire and Greater Lincolnshire, speakers offered candid reflections on what makes

collaboration effective. Consistency of vision, trust between partners, and the ability to navigate organisational politics all emerged as key enablers.

Strategic planning was presented as both a science and an art. Agencies must often align not only policies, but cultures and funding cycles. One example showed how blending public and private investment unlocked flood schemes that also delivered biodiversity, transport and housing co-benefits.

The session reinforced that flood risk outcomes are stronger when shaped through shared goals and long-term partnerships. Yet it also acknowledged the administrative burden that falls on already stretched organisations.

Few sessions captured the emotional and social dimensions of flood risk as powerfully as this one. Featuring voices from Rochdale Borough Council, JBA, the National Flood Forum, and WSP New Zealand, it spotlighted the Rochdale Flood Poverty Project as a lens through which to understand vulnerability, trust, and community capacity.

Speakers traced the cyclical links between flooding and deprivation, where poor housing quality, lack of insurance, and transitory communities leave residents at heightened risk. Importantly, this session went beyond diagnosing the problem and presented a new model of engagement, co-created by local government, flood professionals and community groups.

From employing street champions to embedding flood messages into local networks like the Rochdale Women’s Welfare Association, the approach prioritised compassion, continuity, and cultural relevance. There was also recognition of the need for financial resilience. Data from the project showed that only a third of surveyed households had flood insurance, a third had none, and a third didn’t know their status. This sparked an innovative response:

training local actors to help residents navigate insurance options and understand what resilience actually means in practical terms.

The day closed with a more reflective, future-focused Chairs’ Forum, chaired by Natalie McEldowney of Jacobs. The panel comprised a diverse cross-section of the sector, including Tracy Garrett of the National Flood Forum, early-career professionals like Peter Rooke and Emily Blayney, and academic voices such as Hamish Wilkinson of Bristol University.

Sun-Yan Evans of Mott MacDonald offered a memorable framework built around three acronyms: ‘CRO’ (Capture, Return, Outcome), ‘AOF’ (Action, Oak tree, Flywheel), and ‘SHIFT’ (Systems, Holism, Integrity, Flexibility, Transformation). Her message: we must shift from fragmented, reactive responses to integrated, adaptable systems planning that includes both nature and people.

Tracy Garrett reflected on global and local experiences of community resilience, drawing comparisons between UK projects and a New Zealand approach rooted in spiritual connection to land. Her conclusion was clear: technical strategies mean little without authentic engagement. Meanwhile, early-career voices called for greater inclusion of community voices in strategic decisions, challenging the idea that consultation equals collaboration.

The forum also included notes of caution: particularly around the limitations of data models and the need to communicate uncertainty with honesty. Hamish Wilkinson reminded attendees that high-resolution flood maps, while visually compelling, carry assumptions and inaccuracies that can mislead decision-makers and misrepresent real risk.

The final formal session of the day shifted tone, but not focus, with the awarding of the Jack Lewin Prize to Joanne

Barlow. Celebrated for her leadership, international work, and dedication to inspiring early-career professionals, Barlow exemplified the values that underpin the sector: service, expertise, and mentorship.

The UK Junior Water Prize, awarded by CIWEM and Xylem, followed with a short but impressive showcase of student-led water projects. As Peter Rooke, the early careers president, noted, it was a reminder that the next generation of practitioners is not just coming – they’re already innovating.

The sessions from day two of Flood and Coast 2025 underscored that resilience is not a product, but a practice. It is built cumulatively, through relationships, long-term investment, shared accountability, and an ever-evolving understanding of risk.

Whether designing nature-based flood schemes, reforming funding models, or empowering communities in vulnerable areas, the most effective interventions shared a common thread: collaboration. Not as a slogan, but as a structure for doing things differently.

As the sector looks ahead to rising sea levels, intensifying rainfall, and widening inequalities, these stories from the field offer both encouragement and instruction. Flood and Coast 2025 is proving that innovation isn’t just in the technology – it’s in how we work together.

CONFERENCE DAY THREE: THE FUTURE-FACING CONVERSATION

THE FINAL DAY of Flood and Coast 2025 marked a notable pivot toward future visioning. Where earlier sessions focused on delivery, community engagement, and systems practice, day three raised its gaze. Speakers across the five core sessions considered how flood and coastal management might evolve through innovation, policy leadership, strategic financing, and stronger political engagement. The result was a thought-provoking blend of ambition, realism, and optimism.

The day opened with the session “A Compelling Future,” setting a purposeful tone. Discussions ranged from the role of optimism in a sector often defined by risk, to the systemic changes needed for future resilience. Speakers shared both successes and unresolved questions, highlighting the need for joined-up thinking across water, planning, and climate systems.

Key themes included the importance of shared longterm vision, the value of courageous leadership, and the risks of inaction. Rather than simply focusing on tools and frameworks, the session challenged delegates to think about the sector’s wider purpose – what are we really trying to achieve, and who benefits?

Chaired by Tony Harrington of Blue and Green Consulting, this session featured a rapid-fire showcase of innovation from both public and private sectors. Projects ranged from technical advances to community-focused approaches, each presenting a scalable model that had already demonstrated impact.

Among the innovations discussed were local authority-led schemes integrating nature-based solutions with planning and drainage, tools using AI and predictive analytics for dynamic flood risk modelling, and policy frameworks that

incentivise early engagement with resilience measures during development.

Panellists emphasised the need to move from pilot projects to mainstream adoption, and to bridge the often-cited “valley of death” between innovation and procurement. Discussions also touched on the enabling role of digital tools, community data ownership, and the importance of feedback loops that make resilience planning a living, iterative process.

For the first time at Flood and Coast, a session was devoted to connecting technocratic expertise with the democratic process. Three MPs – Julia Buckley (Shrewsbury), Shaun Davies (Telford), and Lee Pitcher (Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme) – offered insight into how parliamentary systems work, and how practitioners can influence them more effectively.

Julia Buckley described her work bringing the River Severn into focus via a Select Committee inquiry. She discussed the challenges of water pollution and toxic floodwater, and her plan for a legislative proposal to promote grey water reuse in housing. Shaun Davies provided a local lens, highlighting the difficulties of securing funding for small communities repeatedly affected by flood, such as Ironbridge Gorge.

All three MPs urged the sector to stop seeing Parliament as a barrier and start viewing it as a system to be understood and engaged with. Mechanisms such as caucuses, all-party

“They closed with a call to both reflect and act: to acknowledge the experience and resilience already present in the sector, while seizing opportunities to adapt, innovate and inspire”

parliamentary groups (APPGs), and Select Committees were highlighted as key routes for influence.

With DEFRA having just launched a consultation on flood and coastal funding reform, this session could not have been more timely. Daniel Jones (Water Resources East) chaired a highlevel discussion examining how the sector can unlock both public and private finance to deliver more flood risk projects.

Laura La Casse from DEFRA laid out the core elements of the proposed reform, due to take effect from April 2026. Key objectives include more funding for small and communityscale schemes, increased support for natural flood management, and simplification of funding mechanisms and application processes.

The panel, featuring voices from the Environment Agency, the Rivers Trust, Anglian Water and commercial finance, explored the barriers to blended finance, the cultural shift needed within procurement teams, and the opportunities that lie in outcome-based funding.

Several speakers noted the persistence of old challenges – limited budgets, differing priorities, and administrative burden. However, there was a shared belief that with the right frameworks, localities can play a much greater role in shaping and funding their own resilience pathways.

The final session took a more personal turn, led by CIWEM President Hannah Burgess and Early Careers President Peter Cook. They reflected on themes that had emerged across the

conference, with an emphasis on people, purpose and pace.

Peter highlighted the momentum around innovation, particularly AI and digital tools, but warned against falling for buzzwords. He stressed the need to free up expert time for creative, community-centred work. He also noted the growing confidence of early-career professionals in taking leadership roles and tackling the skills shortage head-on.

Hannah emphasised the importance of empathy and humility in flood risk management. She celebrated the conference’s breadth – from policy to practical delivery, from small community groups to major infrastructure players. She also acknowledged the expanding role of non-traditional skill sets, including stakeholder engagement and communications.

Together, they closed with a call to both reflect and act: to acknowledge the experience and resilience already present in the sector, while seizing opportunities to adapt, innovate and inspire.

Day three provided a fitting close to a conference that balanced urgent challenges with a spirit of shared purpose. From MPs urging more effective political engagement, to finance experts offering new tools for delivery, the message was consistent: the future is not something we wait for – it’s something we co-create.

As Flood and Coast 2025 drew to a close, it leaves behind a sector more aligned, more ambitious, and more determined to shape that future together.

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Best in show

From sustainability to nurturing the skills our sector needs for tomorrow, from highlighting the work of local authorities to ensuring our resilience to flooding, our show photographer captured the highlights of the three-day event...

Sustainability report

IN 2023, CIWEM made a strong commitment to reducing the environmental and social impacts of our events, with a goal to deliver Flood & Coast as a carbon-neutral event by 2024. In 2023, we focused on measuring and collecting data on our carbon emissions, and in 2024, we achieved our goal with the help of our Sustainability Partners, Mott MacDonald and One Tribe. Together, we implemented sustainable practices, changed operational processes, and worked with exhibitors and suppliers to minimise our carbon footprint.

We are proud to continue this partnership in 2025. We remained committed to improving and expanding our sustainability initiatives. We’ve focused on the social impact and reduction measures of our event.

Flood & Coast 2025 sustainability goals:

⬛ Implement responsible consumption and production practices across all event operations.

⬛ Encourage our stakeholders, suppliers, sponsors, and exhibitors to work with us towards these goals.

⬛ Raise awareness and influence our audience through sharing sustainability solutions and best practices.

⬛ Foster greater inclusion and visible diversity.

Measure, reduce and offset carbon footprint

Action 1: CIWEM, Mott MacDonald & One Tribe partnership

This year with the support of our Sustainability Partner, Mott MacDonald, we’ve continued working with One Tribe on

measurement, reduction and offsetting measures to protect rainforests, biodiversity and ecosystems in the UK and globally.

We are participating in the United Nations Framework for Climate Change to adopt the UN Sustainability Goals. Working together to help fight climate change.

We were able to:

⬛ protect 1,800 trees

⬛ save eight acres of forest

⬛ remove 108 car emissions

⬛ sequester 238 tonnes of carbon

⬛ fund two projects

⬛ support seven UN Sustainable Development Goals

Action 2: Post-event Carbon footprint report

For the third year in a row, we’ve delivered a post-event carbon footprint report. This is a focal point of our sustainability mission as this defines the scope of our project and helps us draw up a sustainability plan for the upcoming year. It helps us understand how we can improve our operations and identify gaps.

A post event report, delivered by One Tribe, has enabled us to understand where we need to focus our efforts to make the biggest impact.

This included: travel, accommodation, exhibition stands, food & beverage, energy, materials, and waste. In total Flood & Coast 2025 produced 237.23 t CO2, please find the full breakdown in the following table...

Action 2: Post-event Carbon footprint report

please ﬁnd the full breakdown

This year, we have focused on collecting data from Flood & Coast to measure the overall carbon footprint of the event.

Total breakdown of emissions

Total tonnes CO2e calculated: 212 tCO2e

post event report, delivered by One Tribe, has enabled us to understand where we need to focus our efforts to make the biggest impact. This included: travel, accommodation, exhibition stands, food & beverage, energy, materials, and waste. total Flood & Coast 2024 produced 212tCO2, please ﬁnd the full breakdown below.

This will help us to identify gaps and plan reduction measures ahead of 2026.

and mode of transportation

Guest, crew and stafﬁng travel by mode (air, private vehicle, public transport) and distance

Action 3: Gathering delegate travel data at the registration For the second consecutive year, we collected delegate travel data to gain deeper understanding into delegate travel patterns and support the development of future emissions reduction strategies. This allowed us to identify key modes of travel and compare them with data from the previous year. A breakdown of the results is provided below:

Hotel nights for guests, build crew or stand stafﬁng, by star-rating

Includes number of meals (non-vegetarian,

Actual comsumption as estimated or measured by venue (kWh)

Transported weight of infrastructures, AV, materials, furniture and other stand-based items, distance and mode of transportation

Guest, crew and staffing travel by mode (air, private vehicle, public transport) and distance

Hotel nights for guests, build crew or stand staffing, by star-rating

Includes number of meals (non-vegetarian, vegetarian, vegan) and drinks (alcoholic, non-alcoholic) comsumed by guests, crew, build staff for duration of event

Printed matter, plastics, recyclable matericals and other materials used in stand build and delivery

Recyclable and residual waste

to minimise waste and encourage reuse and recycling wherever possible. Key actions included:

⬛ positioning recycling bins in visible, high-traffic areas from setup through breakdown

⬛ minimising registration waste by providing sustainable paper badges with bamboo lanyards

Includes number of meals (non-vegetarian, vegetarian, vegan) and drinks (alcoholic, non-alcoholic) consumed by guests, crew, build staff for duration of event

⬛ producing directional signage using recyclable cardboard

Printed matter, plastics, recyclable materials and other materials used in stand build and delivery

Recyclable and residual waste

⬛ 60% travelling by train

⬛ 28% travelling by car

⬛ 2% travelling by electric vehicle

⬛ 2% travelling by plane

⬛ 1% travelling by van

Action 4: Reducing carbon emissions by offering vegetarian catering

This year we’ve decided to offer 50% vegetarian catering with lower-impact protein options to reduce our carbon footprint.

Action 5: Carbon offsetting

This year we have produced 237.23 t CO2 that we have offset by funding two projects. The Reforestation of Degraded Grasslands in Uruguay project focuses on transforming degraded grasslands into vibrant forestsboosting local jobs, supporting rural communities, preserving biodiversity, and improving soil health. The Safeguarding Columbia’s Forests and Coastal Ecosystems project protects Colombia’s rainforests, coastal mangroves, and marine ecosystems, which are essential for both biodiversity and local communities. We have also continued our support for the restoration of the Celtic Atlantic Rainforest in Cornwall, UK, for another consecutive year. More information can be found here – https://brands.onetribeglobal.com/ciwemand-mott-macdonald2025.

Responsible consumption and production

Action 1: More sustainable event production

We took steps to reduce the environmental impact of our event by incorporating sustainable practices throughout planning, setup, and delivery. These measures aimed

⬛ reducing single-use event printed materials by delivering programmes via web pages, event apps, and onsite digital screens

⬛ using rewind carpet manufactured in the UK that is fully recyclable.

Action 2: Sustainable venue

We selected the Telford International Centre (www. tictelford.com/sustainability) for its environmental standards, ensuring the event aligned with our sustainability goals. The venue’s practices included:

⬛ Exclusive use of 100% renewable electricity

⬛ Elimination of single-use plastics

⬛ Use of 100% disposable packaging

⬛ Full LED lighting across event spaces

⬛ Enhanced insulation to optimize energy efficiency

⬛ Waste recycling into biofuel with zero landfill contribution

⬛ Smart recycling systems throughout the venue

⬛ Water-saving toilets and on-demand taps.

Encourage our stakeholders, suppliers, sponsors, and exhibitors to work with us towards these goals

Action 1: Exhibitor sustainability assessment

This year, we implemented an exhibitor sustainability assessment to encourage best practice across the event. Exhibitors were asked to submit sustainability plans outlining how they aimed to minimise the environmental impact of their stands covering both space-only and shell scheme setups.

Action 2: Sustainable exhibition stands

For the second consecutive year, we produced an online sustainability manual for our exhibitors which included advice around sustainable stands, measuring emissions, delivery methods and best practices.

Action 3: Working with partners to achieve sustainability goals

We worked closely with our venue, suppliers, sponsors, and exhibitors through different channels to promote the importance of sustainable practices and the tools we were using to support our objectives.

Sharing sustainability solutions and best practices with our delegates

Action 1: Marketing campaign focused on sustainability

We continued to communicate actively with our audience about our sustainability goals through the website, newsletter, and social media.

Action 2: Flood & Coast conference programme

We delivered a conference programme that positioned flood and coastal risk management as a key driver of sustainable UK growth. The programme aligned with government policy, integrated with critical sectors, accelerated innovation, and supported the development of skills and capacity essential for long-term climate and economic resilience

Action 3: Encouraged delegate participation in sustainability efforts

We encouraged delegates to use low-emission transport options when attending the event and actively involved them in our sustainability journey by collecting feedback on our environmental initiatives. Their input is helping shape future improvements and cultivate a shared commitment to sustainable practices.

Increase inclusion and have visible diversity

Action 1: More diverse panels, workshops and gathering data about diversity and inclusion.

In our second year of focused D&I efforts, we encouraged partners to secure more diverse panels and hosted our longstanding Women in FCERM networking event. Additionally, we gathered diversity and inclusion data through the registration system, which will inform future programming and marketing strategies to reach and engage a more inclusive audience.

Action 2: Promoted social impact and community wellbeing

We promoted inclusion and supported neurodiversity by providing a designated quiet zone within the event space. To encourage health, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility, we also hosted an inclusive charity run that supported river restoration efforts and fostered community engagement through active participation.

We are proud of the progress made in making Flood & Coast a more sustainable and inclusive event, and we’re grateful to our partners, exhibitors, and delegates for their support. This marks an important step in CIWEM’s ongoing journey toward more sustainable event delivery. In 2026, we will build on this momentum, using insights from this year to set stronger goals, reduce our environmental impact, and further improve accessibility and inclusion. We look forward to sharing continued progress in 2026 and beyond.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Flood & Coast 2026

Flood & Coast 2026 is a unique event that attracts exhibitors, speakers and visitors from around the world to advance good practice and innovation in the face of the impacts of climate change on flood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM). CIWEM and our partners look forward to welcoming you to Liverpool.

Where: Exhibition Centre, Liverpool When: 09 - 11 June 2026

CIWEM’s Early Career Professionals Conference

After last year’s sold-out success, the Early Careers Conference returns, bigger, bolder, and built for growth. This dynamic event is designed to empower professionals in the early stages of their careers to build confidence, sharpen presenting skills, and connect with like-minded peers across industries.

Where: WSP Offices, 70 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1AF When: 22 September 2026

STAY TUNED

• CIWEM’s Urban Drainage Group Annual Conference 2026

• CIWEM’s A Fresh Water Future Conference 2026

for a fantastic lineup of upcoming events. We'll be announcing dates soon for: Follow our events page for daily updates and announcements! www.ciwem.org/events

To discuss sponsorship and exhibiting at these events please contact: Ian James: 0203 900 0146/ ciwemevents@syonmedia.com

The human element

FLOOD & COAST 2025 reaffirmed that the future of flood and coastal risk management isn’t just technical – it’s deeply human. The Critical People Skills Theatre provided a thoughtprovoking space dedicated to exploring how people, partnerships, and soft skills underpin the success of even the most sophisticated flood resilience strategies.

The theatre opened with sessions targeted at early careers professionals, youth engagement, and future workforce development. Claire Miller and Scott Struthers led conversations around networking and youth empowerment, underlining the importance of building inclusive, sustainable talent pipelines across the FCERM sector.

Further sessions explored partnership and collaboration as central themes.

Contributions from Sophie Tankard and Alex Hillawi emphasised the benefits of natural flood management and managing the challenge of conflicting priorities within different local authorities, while Toby Easley explored the skills and lessons learnt from the Flood and Coastal innovation programmes. The session “How has

building the ‘capacity for collaboration’ helped us accelerate FCERM projects?” drew significant engagement from local authority and consultancy teams alike.

Several presentations pushed the boundaries of traditional thinking, tackling subjects often underrepresented in technical forums. Ruth Pott’s session on suicide awareness and prevention broke new ground, encouraging professionals to consider mental health and wellbeing as a key component of resilience, not just within communities, but among delivery teams themselves.

International perspectives also featured strongly. Christophe Briere presented on coastal data management in West Africa, while Joel Kaatz and Roni Deitz brought insights from Lower Manhattan’s resilience programme, highlighting communityfirst strategies in one of the world’s most vulnerable urban coasts.

Innovation wasn’t just technological – it was social. Project Groundwater, shared by Karen Potter and Sarah Fitton, surfaced grassroots responses to previously under-recognised forms of flood risk. Mary Long-Dhonau tackled Property Flood Resilience (PFR) from a

people-focused lens, offering guidance on how to build confidence, equity, and local agency into technical delivery.

Other standout sessions included ‘Pathways with Purpose’ – centred on critical environmental leadership skills – and ‘Taking Action!’, where Adrien Baudrimont and Jonathan Simm demonstrated how community groups and Risk Management Authorities can collaborate more effectively for local resilience.

RSK Group provided sponsorship for this year’s theatre sessions, with Marketing and Communications Manager, Ami Howard, saying: “We decided to be involved in the theatre to enhance our visibility and showcase our expertise across all RSK group companies. The theatre allowed us to select interesting projects across the group companies. The presentations from RSK group businesses across the three-day event had been very well received. These created some very engaging conversations from those interested in working with RSK group companies or those that already do. We found this a great way to encourage visitors to visit the RSK group stand and ask any further questions, an all-round great experience.”

As the flood risk sector expands to meet escalating climate demands, investment in critical people skills will be essential not just for delivery – but for public trust, mental health, equity, and the long-term resilience of both infrastructure and institutions.

Let’s get technical

THE TECHNICAL SKILLS Theatre at Flood & Coast showcased cutting-edge solutions driving climate resilience. From nature-based approaches to digital innovation, global best practice to coastal adaptation, speakers shared advances across sectors. Sessions highlighted how technical excellence, public engagement and cross-sector collaboration are delivering better outcomes for people, places and nature.

Spanning three days of programming, the Theatre opened with a compelling session on the Fens Climate Change Risk Assessment, delivered by Katie Teesdale-Ward. Her presentation laid the groundwork for wider discussions around risk modelling and strategic resilience in complex, low-lying catchments – an increasingly urgent topic amid rising sea levels and climate volatility.

A consistent theme was the need to embed environmental ambition into technical delivery. Sun Yan Evans addressed this directly with a session on enhancing flood risk management and water resources in the Severn Valley, while Leanne Tough offered a vision for a roadmap to 100,000 hectares of new and restored wetlands – placing green infrastructure at the centre of flood resilience strategy.

Local authority innovation was spotlighted in Catriona Gill’s talk on local flood risk management across South Lanarkshire, offering insights into how LLFAs are integrating community priorities, statutory duties and nature-based delivery within constrained budgets. Similarly, Chiara Rabitti provided a focused technical perspective on surface water flood management in Taunton, highlighting data integration and cross-team coordination in urban drainage response.

Technology and AI played a strong role in the 2025 programme.

Andreas Galatoulas presented a session titled “Doing More with Less: How AI and Standardisation are Transforming Flood Risk Management”, which sparked significant interest in automating core risk modelling and scheme assessment tasks. This was echoed by Olivier Barthelemy’s exploration of the Environment Agency’s Decarbonisation Technology Accelerator, a programme showcasing scalable, low-carbon innovations across the asset lifecycle.

International case studies also had their place. Andrew Tucker’s talk on improving the efficiency of the French waterway network to combat climate risk demonstrated the transferability of technical lessons across borders – especially where infrastructure

resilience, operational efficiency and environmental benefit intersect.

Nigel Pontee delivered a forwardthinking session asking whether emerging nature markets can unlock new funding streams for resilience infrastructure. This blended economics, technical delivery, and landscape-scale thinking – offering a glimpse into future investment models for nature-based flood solutions.

What defined the Technical Skills Theatre at Flood & Coast 2025 was not just the quality of presentations, but their diversity – from large-scale nature-based visioning to datadriven urban flood management, international infrastructure innovation to frontier technologies like AI. Every session reflected the expanding skill set and cross-disciplinary mindset now expected of flood professionals.

“AECOM was proud to sponsor the Technical Skills Stage at Flood & Coast 2025, championing innovation and knowledge-sharing in flood resilience,” said Tristan Bassett, AECOM Client Director. “We saw strong engagement from visitors, who appreciated the 30-minute sessions, wide-ranging topics and insights from peers within the flood and coast community. It was a fantastic opportunity to support professional development and connect with the industry on critical challenges.”

Networking reception

FEW MOMENTS AT Flood & Coast capture the spirit of the event quite like the Networking Reception at the end of day one. It’s an opportunity to unwind, exchange ideas and build meaningful connections across the sector. This year, Arup once again sponsored the reception, offering refreshments and a welcoming atmosphere for delegates after a packed day of learning and collaboration.

Climate change is reshaping our world – from rising temperatures and erratic weather to the urgent need for innovative, sustainable materials and practices. Arup is at the forefront of meeting these challenges. Its climate change risk, resilience and adaptation specialists work with local authorities, infrastructure operators, and community planners to assess vulnerability and build adaptive, equitable solutions. Coastal

resilience and flood risk teams design integrated, nature-based defences and data-informed strategies that protect against sea-level rise and extreme weather. Plus, innovative digital tools give planners powerful insight into climate impacts and resilience options.

Arup’s deep technical expertise and long-standing partnership with Flood & Coast reflect a shared commitment to creating safer, more resilient communities. “As sponsors, Arup was delighted to see a fantastic turn out at the Flood & Coast Evening Networking Reception,” says Alex Read, Senior Marketing Coordinator, Arup. “It was wonderful to reconnect with industry partners as we continue to drive conversation about how we can collectively help communities at risk from flooding and coastal erosion, on the journey to enhanced resilience.”.

A journey to enhanced resilience

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY DATA indicates eight million properties will be at high risk of flooding in England by 2050. Action is needed to mitigate these risks and maximise economic, social and environmental resilience.

Arup is at the forefront of addressing these challenges. Our ‘total design’ approach ensures our solutions create safer, more resilient places, enabling future generations to thrive. Through our work with clients including the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales, we have identified six insights that help integrated teams navigate the journey to enhanced resilience.

Adopting a catchment-based approach to flood adaptation and

resilience helps secure improved outcomes and wider strategic benefits.

We must work with communities to create a nation ready for climate change, adapting places to maximise wellbeing, contribute to nature recovery and minimise carbon emissions.

To better protect communities, we should adopt a proactive approach to asset care, maximising each asset’s potential as part of a wider integrated system.

A programmatic approach to the delivery of capital schemes improves efficiency and effectiveness, helping build the capacity, capability and resilience of integrated delivery teams.

We must continuously innovate if we are to deliver more for less.

The industry is now beginning to capitalise on the benefits afforded by digital integration.

By facilitating sharing of safety, health, environment and wellbeing best practice, we can upskill all teams and ingrain a positive safety culture.

Discover how we help clients and communities address flooding and coastal erosion, creating better places for people and wildlife.

Find out more: www.arup.com/markets/water

Networking lounge

NETWORKING IS AT the heart of Flood & Coast, and this year’s dedicated space – generously supported by Kier and AtkinsRéalis – took that to the next level. Designed as a welcoming hub right at the centre of the action, it offered delegates a calm, comfortable

space to pause, connect and spark new conversations. In a packed programme full of ideas and innovation, creating room for meaningful interaction is more important than ever. Huge thanks to our sponsors for helping make those valuable moments happen.

“We were delighted to sponsor the Networking Lounge again –it was a great space to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new people”

Simon Leek, Client Director, AtkinsRéalis

“It was fantastic to see the networking lounge being used so much this year as delegates and exhibitors made time to connect, share insights and network.”

Phil Ramsay, Operations Director, Kier

Kier Breaks New Ground with Zero-Carbon Energy Trial

KIER HAS LAUNCHED a pioneering trial of a combined solar and green hydrogen energy system at its Bridgwater Tidal Barrier site in Somerset. In partnership with the Environment Agency, the 12-month trial aims to test whether clean energy can reliably power construction sites without access to mains electricity.

Running since January 2025, the system has already delivered over 16,000kWh of energy to site welfare and office units – over 9,000kWh from green hydrogen and 6,500kWh from solar panels. Together with battery storage, this has displaced 20,000 litres of diesel and avoided an estimated 53 tonnes of CO2 emissions.

The trial is part of Kier’s Innovation Fund and reflects the company’s commitment to reducing carbon

across its operations. It also supports the Environment Agency’s drive toward net zero.

The system automatically switches between solar, battery and hydrogen depending on demand, and early results suggest it is a scalable, off-grid solution for future construction sites. Findings from the full 12-month trial, due in early 2026, will inform wider industry use.

As the construction sector faces increasing pressure to decarbonise, Kier’s trial is a significant step toward clean, reliable energy on even the most remote sites.

If you’d like to know more about Kier or if you’re interested in working with them in the future, please contact Operations Director, Philip Ramsay at philip.ramsay@kier.co.uk

Kier Raises £2,000 for WaterAid

AT THIS YEAR’S Flood & Coast conference, Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks hosted a lively “cuppa and chat” stand to engage with delegates – and support a good cause. The initiative, held in partnership with baristas from Barmotion UK, raised an impressive £2,000 for WaterAid, underlining Kier’s commitment to global water and sanitation issues.

Amid a packed schedule of industry insights and networking, the stand provided a welcoming pit stop for conversations over coffee. Kier also used the opportunity to share early results from their pioneering solar and green-hydrogen trial with the Environment Agency – sparking conversations about sustainable power for construction sites.

“Kier NRNN offered some of the most fantastic conversations with clients, supply chain and partners,” the company noted on LinkedIn. As the conference drew to a close, the blend of community fundraising and technical innovation firmly positioned Kier as a leader in both environmental stewardship and collaborative engagement.

QUIET ZONE

AT THIS YEAR’S Flood & Coast 2025, delegates discovered a brand‑new feature designed to offer a moment of calm amid the buzz the Quiet Zone. This thoughtfully curated space provided a peaceful retreat for reflection, networking in a low‑stimulus environment, or simply recharging between sessions. Surrounded by the energy of innovation and collaboration, the Quiet Zone reminded attendees that resilience isn’t just about infrastructure it’s also about people, wellbeing, and creating room to pause before tackling the challenges ahead.

LOCAL AUTHORITIES ZONE

THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES Zone at Flood & Coast 2025 brought together councils and local government representatives from across the UK, creating a vibrant hub for collaboration and knowledge‑sharing. Here, delegates could meet face‑to‑face with those shaping flood and coastal resilience strategies at a community level, explore innovative local projects, and exchange practical insights. By showcasing regional expertise and fostering direct dialogue, the zone highlighted the vital role local authorities play in turning national policy into on‑the‑ground action ensuring that resilience planning is rooted in the realities of the places and people it serves.

Strengthening

transforming lives communities,

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At BAM, our mission is to build a sustainable tomorrow. We deliver high-quality infrastructure that withstands environmental stress while enhancing biodiversity and communities. From the rivers of Ireland to the shores of Devon, BAM is striving for a safer, more resilient future.

We’re proud to sponsor Flood and Coast 2025 –an amazing opportunity to connect with industry leaders and drive innovation. Together, we can transform our approach to climate change and shape a better future. By working closely to share knowledge and overcome obstacles, we’ll create meaningful change for our coasts, towns, and cities, protecting communities and transforming lives.

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Resilience takes centre stage

PROPERTY FLOOD RESILIENCE (PFR) was firmly in the spotlight at this year’s Flood & Coast conference, with a dedicated ‘PFR Zone’ offering attendees an in-depth look at the future of building-level protection. Designed as a hands-on hub within the exhibition, the zone combined technical training, product showcases, and sector-wide networking to reflect the growing maturity and professionalism of PFR as a discipline.

A major highlight was the formal launch of the International Property Flood Resilience Association

(IPFRA) – a new trade body bringing together contractors, consultants, manufacturers, and insurers under one banner. Unveiled during a packed evening reception on Day 1, IPFRA aims to provide a unified voice for the sector, promoting shared standards, accredited training routes, and a clear code of conduct. Founding directors – including representatives from Watertight International, JBA Consulting, Whitehouse Construction and M3 Floodtec – were on hand throughout the event to outline the association’s ambitions and engage

with potential members.

The zone also hosted CIWEM’s PFR Training & Certification Programme, offering blended learning aligned with the CIRIA Code of Practice. Attendees were able to access practical modules covering PFR design, specification, and installation – alongside expert-led surgeries focused on the challenges of implementation, insurance and retrofit.

On the exhibition floor, a broad range of suppliers demonstrated PFR innovations, from flood-resistant doors and demountable barriers to emerging digital tools for property-level risk communication. The zone provided a valuable opportunity for cross-sector engagement between surveyors, product manufacturers, resilience consultants, and public sector flood risk managers.

The prominence of PFR at Flood & Coast 2025 reflects its growing role in national flood strategy – particularly amid increased investment through programmes such as Be Flood Ready and the Environment Agency’s capital schemes. With IPFRA now in place and training pathways expanding, the sector is well-positioned to scale up and meet the demands of mainstream delivery.

As the focus sharpens on adapting existing buildings and ensuring new developments are future-resilient, Flood & Coast’s PFR Zone showed a sector ready to move beyond pilots and into long-term impact.

Academy launches as part of market education drive

FLOOD RE HAS launched a dedicated, online, e-learning platform providing free training on the Scheme and the Build Back Better initiative. The new platform aims to spread awareness and understanding of the Scheme and how it has evolved throughout the insurance eco-system, from underwriters and claims handlers to loss adjusters, surveyors, the supply chain and the broking community.

The Academy consists of five new, specially created modules, which cover what Flood Re is, how/why it was set up, the eligibility criteria, the Build Back Better initiative, the use of outside spaces to reduce flood risk.

Kelly Ostler-Coyle,

Head of Communications and Stakeholder Relations at Flood Re commented:

“The launch of the Flood Re Academy underlines the need to empower those working within and around the insurance market to talk confidently to householders about the benefits of BBB. Driving forward industry understanding will translate into improved consumer insight and the wider take up of PFR measures to the benefit of both householders and the insurance market.

“The reality is that the insurance market will return to risk-based pricing when Flood Re exits the market in

2039 and the widespread take up of PFR measures has an important role in improving the resilience of UK housing stock to flood – and reducing the cost, inconvenience and trauma associated with flooding. Education sits at the heart of change, and that is why Flood Re has prioritised it as part of its wideranging transition plans.”

Find out more: academy.floodre.co.uk

IT WAS BEST bib and tucker at the CIWEM Awards Dinner at this year’s Flood & Coast. The prestigious dinner – produced by CIWEM and the Environment Agency – brought together the best and brightest to honour outstanding achievements in flood and coastal resilience.

The evening kicked off with pre-dinner drinks generously sponsored by WSP Binnies, setting the tone for a vibrant celebration of collaboration and excellence. Guests raised a glass to their peers, rekindling old connections and forging new ones before settling into an inspiring night of recognition.

Awards spanned categories including the Environment Agency’s Flood & Coast Excellence Awards, the CIWEM Spotlight Awards, and the Women in FCERM Awards –showcasing innovation, impact, and leadership.

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Awards winners

CIWEM, AND AWARD partners The Environment Agency, are delighted to announce The Flood & Coast Award winners at the Flood & Coast Awards Dinner, sponsored by WSP and Binnies...

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY’S FLOOD & COAST

EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2025

This year’s Excellence Awards recognised outstanding achievements in engineering, innovation, digital development and climate resilience:

⬛ Climate Resilient Places (over £3M): Holderness Flood Alleviation Scheme – East Hull Pumping Station & Castle Hill Flood Storage

⬛ Climate Resilient Places (under £3M): Southern Water & the residents of the Pan Parishes

⬛ Community Action: Glasson Dock Property Flood Resilience

⬛ Digital Excellence: National Flood Risk Assessment (NaFRA2)

⬛ Innovation in Climate Resilience: The Rochdale Flood Poverty Project

⬛ Surface Water Management: Devon Resilience Innovation Project

⬛ Working with Nature: Stronger Shores

⬛ Early Career Professional: Katie Hargrave–Smith

CIWEM

SPOTLIGHT AWARDS – PEOPLE, PLANET, POSSIBILITY

The CIWEM Spotlight Awards celebrated individuals advancing progress across three vital themes: People, Planet, and Possibility.

⬛ People – Celebrating individuals who uplift and support others across the flood and coastal resilience community

Winner: Jim Hutchison (Balfour Beatty)

Highly commended: Sara Alexander (Environment Agency)

⬛ Planet – Recognising those who champion environmental progress, influence sustainable practices and lead by example in protecting our planet

Winners: Emma Carter (Arup) and Izzy Drewett (Mott MacDonald)

Highly commended: Emma Stevens (Binnies)

⬛ Possibility – Recognising innovators and leaders turning challenges into opportunities

Winner: Sarah Parkington (Rochdale Borough Council)

Highly commended: Peter Robinson (AECOM)

WOMEN IN FCERM AWARDS

The Women in FCERM Awards celebrate professionals of all genders, organisations and stages of their career in the FCERM sector who are making a real difference to gender equality in the workplace and across the industry.

⬛ Rising Star Award: Winner: Dr Kate Smith (Hull University)

Highly commended: Phoebe Clayson‑Lavelle (WSP), Claudia Beer‑Davies (Jacobs)

⬛ Equality Leadership Award: Winner: Youvrani Thimmegowda (AECOM);

Highly commended: Natalie McIldowie (Jacobs)

⬛ Laura Baird Special Recognition Award:

Winner: Debs Nutt (Arcadis); Highly commended:Roisin Gilliland O’Doherty (Jacobs)

CIWEM Spotlight Award (People), Jim Hutchinson

CIWEM Spotlight Award (Possibility), Sarah Parkington

Rising Star Award, Dr Kate Smith

CIWEM Spotlight Award (Planet), Emma Carter and Izzy Drewett

Equality Leadership Award, Youvrani Thimmegowda

Laura Baird Special Recognition Award, Debs Nutt

We are at the forefront of the UK's water consultancy sector, crafting innovative solutions for today's challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.

As a united force, we are proud to be a leading provider for the Environment Agency’s frameworks, delivering impactful results.

We are deeply rooted in local communities, with the strength and resources of a global network.

Our combined expertise brings together over 1,200 dedicated water professionals, committed to excellence.

The numbers game

“The scale of this event is really impressive and it’s inspiring to see the talent we have in the sector. I feel like I’ve gained knowledge and made new connections so it was a worthwhile event. Well done to the team behind all the moving pieces.”

Aisling McGilloway

“Flood & Coast is like a ‘battery recharge’ for me. The chance to meet old friends, to make new friends, to learn about new products and to hear industry experts sharing their thoughts is exactly what I need from time to time to top-up my passion for SuDS. Work is hard; global chaos is frightening, and after a while my sparkle dulls, but Flood & Coast has brought back my sparkle.”

Jo Bradley

“Attending Flood & Coast 2025 was, as always, a highly valuable experience. The event never fails to impress – it’s an essential gathering for anyone working in or looking to enter the Flood and Coastal sector. The networking and business development opportunities are plentiful, with many insightful conversations that will undoubtedly continue long after the event. Flood & Coast remains a standout event on the industry calendar.”

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The last word

AS SOMEONE WHO’S worked across both public and private sectors, returning to Flood & Coast 2025 felt like stepping into the heart of our industry’s biggest ongoing conversation. Over the past eight years, since I started my career, it finally feels as though we’re shifting from managing risk to embracing resilience.

It was inspiring to see how the Ripple Effect – the theme Hannah [Burgess, CIWEM President] and I have championed throughout our CIWEM presidential year – resonated across the conference. Whether in discussions on adaptation pathways, nature-based solutions or communityled delivery, there was a real sense of the impact we can have as industry professionals, even through seemingly small or localised actions. That mindset of how we can spread our professional ripple felt genuinely embedded in the conversations that I had, as well as those that took place at the conference and throughout the week.

On the evening of day one, I was pleased to attend the launch of the International Property Flood Resilience Association (IPFRA), a new trade body aiming to raise standards, improve collaboration and mainstream Property Flood Resilience (PFR). It was a promising signal that we’re beginning to treat PFR as a core part of our adaptation toolkit. That said, there’s still work to do to ensure it is properly integrated into planning and funding frameworks, with clear standards, long-term maintenance

arrangements, and strong policy backing. If IPFRA can help move that conversation forward, all the better.

One of the most talked-about (and long overdue) developments was the launch of the FCERM funding review consultation. It’s a rare opportunity to reshape the way we prioritise and fund FCERM investment in the UK. The question is: are we brave enough to move beyond defending what’s already built, and instead invest in future-proofing places and embodying placemaking?

I was pleased to take part in the Chair’s panel discussion closing day two, reflecting on the key emerging themes. One point I’ve always been keen to reinforce is the importance of policy, not as a blocker but as a critical lever for delivering sustainable development. While recent government emphasis on the role of SuDS is welcome, it needs ‘policy teeth’ to make a real difference. The long overdue implementation of Schedule 3 of the Flood and Water Management Act in England would be a good place to start.

“Are we brave enough to move beyond defending what’s already built, and instead invest in futureproofing places and embodying placemaking?”

It was equally refreshing to see innovation coming from outside the usual circles. The finalists of the UK Junior Water Prize brought forward ideas that were bold, creative and grounded in real-world issues. Their work reminded us that innovation doesn’t always come from within the sector – sometimes it comes from classrooms, students and young people seeing old problems with new eyes.

In the evening, I had the pleasure of attending the awards dinner. It was uplifting to see the awards spotlighting the teams, projects and

people across the sector that are delivering, not just talking about innovation, resilience and social value. Recognition was rightly given to those pushing boundaries, solving real problems, and making a tangible impact on the ground.

I was especially proud to see so many JBA-supported projects among the winners. From the technical ambition of NaFRA2 to practical innovations in flood resilience, the results speak for themselves. It was well earned recognition for work that’s helping to move the sector forward.

Day three brought a welcome focus on innovation as a vehicle to enable change. It’s inspiring to see how the sector is starting to explore how new tools, including artificial intelligence, can support faster, smarter and more efficient decision making. The question now is how we scale that thinking and embed it in everyday practice, not just pilot projects.

It was great to see so much involvement from our early career professionals. It’s been one of the most rewarding parts of my CIWEM role this year, watching new voices gain confidence, challenge the status quo, and bring fresh thinking into spaces that too often feel static. That’s exactly why I’m organising CIWEM’s Early Careers Conference on Tuesday 23 September, a one-day event designed by, and for, early career professionals, aimed at both amplifying their voices and equipping them with the skills, networks and confidence to shape the future of our sector.

This year’s conference left me energised, but also reflective. Our sector is full of good intentions, what matters now is converting that intent into delivery at the scale and pace the climate emergency demands. As we return to our day jobs, I’d encourage all of us, whether early career or experienced professionals, to think about the impact we make, and how we can make a difference. Change doesn’t always come in waves, sometimes it starts with a ripple.

Peter Rook BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM – Principal Analyst at JBA Consulting, and CIWEM Early Careers President

Stanec VolkerStevin

STANTEC IS A global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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VOLKERSTEVIN COLLABORATES with the Environment Agency, local authorities and other customers to deliver flood and coastal resilience projects across the UK. As trusted specialists in developing, designing and delivering hardengineered and nature-based solutions, we support clients’ asset management, carbon reduction, circular economy, environmental net gain and social value objectives.

Our skilled teams bring early contractor involvement, engineering excellence and local insight to protect communities, enhance biodiversity, and drive social equity. By working closely with local partners, we shape resilient and thriving places for current and future generations. At VolkerStevin, we don’t just build defences – we build legacies.

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As a united force, we are proud to be a leading provider for the Environment Agency’s frameworks, delivering impactful results.

We are deeply rooted in local communities, with the strength and resources of a global network.

Our combined expertise brings together over 1,200 dedicated water professionals, committed to excellence.

AS WE OUTLINED in our Workshop recently at Flood & Coast 2025, Lead Local Flood Authority statutory consultee workload continues to grow – especially with increasing development and changes to the NPPF. We can provide specialist support to help manage planning consultation demands effectively.

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AECOM

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AECOM is a global infrastructure leader delivering sustainable, resilient solutions across water, environment, energy, transport and buildings. We partner with clients from advisory and planning to design, engineering and construction management, solving complex challenges with deep technical expertise and a commitment to delivering a better world.

Aldgate Tower, 2 Leman Street, London E1 8FA

Tel: 020 7061 7000

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AE YATES GROUP

The A E Yates Group of companies has developed to offer a complete service for our customers’ civil and ground engineering needs. The stability and strength of the group, combined with a diversified offering across construction, provides customers with confidence in project delivery.

Cranfield Road Lostock Industrial Estate Greater Manchester, UK, BL6 4SB Tel: 01204 696175

aeyates.co.uk

BAM

At BAM, we think beyond the build and focus on the bigger impact. And that’s why we’re on a mission to make possible. Connected communities, new habitats and brighter futures. These are just some of the things we’re making possible.

St James House, Knoll Road, Camberley, UK, GU15 3XW

Tel: 01276 63484

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Befloodready

Binnies

Agd Equipment Ltd agd-equipment.co.uk

Andel Ltd andel.com

Aquatic Control aquaticcontrol.co.uk

Aquawatch Solutions aquawatchsolutions.com

Arcelor Mittal corporate.arcelormittal.com

ARUP

We advise on, plan and design the future of the built environment. As a global consultancy with technical and advisory expertise across more than 150 disciplines, we bring a Total Design approach to our work with our clients. This is how we shape a better world.

befloodready.uk

Binnies UK delivers sustainable infrastructure solutions through innovative engineering and environmental consultancy. With over a century of expertise, we support water, government and regulatory agencies, using whole lifecycle planning, design, delivery approach including pioneering digital tools. Aligned with UN goals, we enhance lives, communities and the environment through low-carbon, resilient, and impactful initiatives. binnies.com

Bioscapes Limited bioscapes.co.uk

BMT Limited bmt.org

Boskalis Westminster boskalis.com

Breheny breheny.co.uk

British Geological Survey www.bgs.ac.uk

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CIWEM

8 Fitzroy Street London, UK, W1T 4BJ www.arup.com/ AtkinsRéalis

Partnering with individuals and organisations across the FCERM sector we, develop careers, provide professional assurance, and most importantly connect people and organisations to positive water and environment solutions. Through our membership, events, training, publications, awards and policy activities, we build a global community of people passionate about water and environmental solutions to amplify our collective impact on the world 106-109 Saffron Hill, London, GB, EC1N 8QS, UK

Tel: 020 7831 3110 www.ciwem.org

Asa asa.org.uk Ada ada.org.uk

Created by the integration of longstanding organisations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Woodcote Grove, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, UK, KT18 5BW

Tel: 0113 306 6320 www.atkinsrealis.com

Ciria ciria.org

Coastsense coastsense.com

Concrete Canvas concretecanvas.com

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Drive Lines Technologies drivelines.co.uk

DXB Pump & Power dxbpumppower.com

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Environment Agency

We create better places for people and wildlife and support sustainable development. We manage water resources, drought and the risk of flooding from main rivers, reservoirs, and estuaries and the sea. We also take a strategic overview of other’s work to manage flood risk from all sources. This year at Flood and Coast, the Environment Agency have a central stand, offering a diverse range of showcase elements, brought to you by a collection of teams, either directly involved in FCERM, or delivering cross-cutting activities that support flood and coastal priorities. www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency

Epoty Showcase epoty.org

EXO Environmental exo-env.co.uk

Fairfield Engineering Solutions fairfields.co.uk/fes

Flood Re

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JACOBS

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow. With one of the largest flood and coastal erosion risk management teams in Europe, we work to protect communities from the devastating impacts of inland flooding, and ensure that coastal habitats, communities and assets are safe from sea-level rise, coastal flooding and shoreline erosion. Cottons Centre, Hay’s Ln, London, City of London, UK, SE1 2QG www.jacobs.com/

Jackson Civils jackson-civils.co.uk

Jacobs Flood Modeller floodmodeller.com

Jba jbaconsulting.com

KIER

Flood Re is a joint initiative between the Government and the insurance industry that exists to promote the affordability and availability of flood insurance for homes across the UK. Our operation promotes a competitive insurance market that customers can take advantage of. Flood Re does not set consumer prices – this remains a decision for insurers to make.

75 King William Street London, EC4N 7BE www.floodre.co.uk

Floodpod

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Frog Environmental frogenvironmental.co.uk

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Geofabrics

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Geoquest UK Solutions geoquest-group.co.uk

GHD Ltd ghd.com/en-gb

Gilmour & Aitken Ltd gilmouraitken.com

Grass Concrete grasscrete.com

Green Tech green-tech.co.uk

Greenblue Urban greenblue.com/Gb

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Hatcrete/Pics hatcrete.com

Hayley Group hayley-Group.co.uk

Huesker Ltd www.huesker.co.uk

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Ibstock ibstock.co.uk

ICS Consulting icsconsulting.co.uk

Iline Technologies Ltd iline.uk.com

Ivor King ivorking.co.uk

For nearly 100 years, we have KIER been delivering infrastructure for communities across the UK. And now, more than ever, it’s important that we do this sustainably. Our sustainability framework - Building for a Sustainable World - sets out how we will continue to deliver infrastructure that benefits the environment and local communities. The world has changed since we launched this framework in 2020 - and so has Kier.

We’ve reviewed and evolved the framework to build on everything we’ve done to date to support the environment and local communities. It now focuses on three areas where we believe we can make the biggest difference - our people, our places and our planet. Optimum House Clippers Quay Manchester, Salford, GB, M50 3XP www.kier.co.uk

Kisters kisters.eu

Kite Projects Ltd kite-projects.co.uk

Knights Brown Construction knightsbrown.co.uk

Land & Water land-Water.co.uk

Mackley & Co Ltd mackley.co.uk

Mcallister Group mcallistergroup.com

Mcbreen Enviro Uk mcbreenenviro.co.uk

Markham markhamglobal.com.au

Moffat & Nichol moffattnichol.com/uk

Moore Concrete moore-concrete.com

Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald created the Flood & Coast Conference Sustainability Partnership with CIWEM as part of our ongoing commitment towards a sustainable future. This pivotal event provides an invaluable opportunity to drive discussions on climate change, flooding and coastal erosion risk management. It brings together our experts and other global innovators in a collaborative environment where groundbreaking ideas for the future can flourish. It’s not just about being present, it’s about being part of the solution and making a real difference in the lives of communities affected by environmental challenges. www.mottmac.com/

National Flood Forum nationalfloodforum.org.uk

Naue Geosynthetics naue.com/gb

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Platipus Anchors Limited platipus-anchors.com

Polypipe Civils polypipe.com/civils Pontoon Works Ltd pontoonworks.co.uk

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Qualter Hall & Co Ltd qualterhall.co.uk/

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Resilico resilico.com

Ridgeway Online ridgeway-Online.com

Rivers Trust theriverstrust.org

Robert Nicholas robertnicholas.com

RSK

RSK is a global leader in the delivery of sustainable solutions. Our family of over 200 environmental, engineering and technical services businesses works together to provide practical solutions to some of the greatest challenges society has ever faced.

Providing sustainable solutions for flood and coastal resilience. Our diverse expertise and cross-sector collaboration to drive cutting edge solutions. Integrating insights from environmental science, engineering, urban planning, and more. We develop strategies that protect communities and enhance ecosystems Spring Lodge, 172 Chester Road Helsby, Cheshire, GB, WA6 0AR rskgroup.com

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Salix River & Wetland salixrw.com

Scalgo scalgo.com

Soluform soluform.co.uk

Stormmeister stormmeister.com

Syon Media syonmedia.com

Systra www.systra.com/en

Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and futureproofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. stantec.com/uk

Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering, and environmental consultancy operating in the UK, Europe and globally. Our world-class experts are Leading with Science® to leverage data-driven technical expertise, in-depth local knowledge, and sustainable approaches providing resilient water and climate change solutions for our clients.

3 Sovereign Square, Sovereign Street, Leeds, UK, LS1 4ER Tel: 0113 278 7111 www.tetratecheurope.com/

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Udlive

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Van Oord UK Ltd

Van Oord, one of the world’s leading dredging and marine contractors, has been established in the UK since 1924 and specialises in capital and maintenance dredging, port development, coastal defence, land reclamation and pipeline installation. Our specialised professionals have an unrivalled experience and understanding of marine construction projects in the UK. Bankside House, Henfield Road, Small Dole, West Sussex, UK, BN5 9XQ 01273 494843 www.vanoord.com/

VolkerStevin

VolkerStevin collaborates with the Environment Agency, local authorities and other customers to deliver flood and coastal resilience projects across the UK. As trusted specialists in developing, designing and delivering hard-engineered and nature-based solutions, we support clients’ asset management, carbon reduction, circular economy, environmental net gain and social value objectives. The Lancashire Hub, Preston City Park, Bluebell Way, Preston, PR2 5PE Tel: 01772 708620 volkerstevin.co.uk

Waitings Ltd waitings.org

Waterfront Fluid Controls waterfrontfc.co.uk

WATERMAN ASPEN

Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark on some of the biggest infrastructure projects across the UK on a secondment basis. We work right across the engineering spectrum, building careers and providing technical expertise to our clients for over 35 years.

1st Floor, French’s Gate 18-22 Springfield Road Chelmsford, Essex, GB, CM2 6FA Tel: 01245 203333 watermanaspen.co.uk

Watertight watertightinternational.com

Wavin wavin.com/gb

Wessex Archaeology wessexarch.co.uk

Wifcerm womeninfcerm.org

WM Plant Hire wmplanthire.com

WSP

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. Together they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, and mining and metals sectors. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:WSP). www.wsp.com/en-gb

WWF support.wwf.org.uk/

How do we shape flood infrastructure that protects today and empowers tomorrow?

How can we help?

Delivering smart, buildable designs

Managing programmes, costs and carbon

Restoring rivers and enhancing catchments

Harnessing data, digital tools and asset management

Applying water science and hydraulic expertise

Overseeing construction and contracts

Creating lasting social value

Supporting measurable biodiversity net gain