EVENTS NEWS
2025 National Drainage Awards
The 2025 National Drainage Awards will be held at Charlton Athletic Football Club on Wednesday, November 26th, the evening after the first day of the National Drainage Show, which will be held at Excel once again. The Awards have become an established feature in the events calendar, and past winners have fed back how they have used the accolade as a valuable business tool as part of their promotional activity.
But, whilst a great by-product of the Awards, it is not for that reason that they were introduced. It is to celebrate the wonderful service and value that the drainage industry delivers to its customers day in and day out, as what is recognised by some as the fourth emergency service. The drainage industry is very much unheralded
and undervalued for what it delivers, and the Awards are one way of helping to build awareness of its importance and the value it routinely provides.
One of the most heartening things about the Awards is to see the sense of accomplishment, not to mention the pleasure that winners show when their names are announced. But it is not just about winning; being short-listed is an achievement in itself, and many of those who have been shortlisted also use this in their promotional activities.
To find out more about the Awards, the sponsorship opportunities, and how to submit a nomination, please visit
www.nadc.org.uk and click on the pop-up link in the bottom right-hand corner.
Successful online event for UKSTT’s New to Trenchless Industry Network
The NtTIN's 2nd event, focusing on new installation, fosters knowledge sharing and community engagement in Trenchless Technologies.
The New to Trenchless Industry Network (NtTIN) held its 2nd event online on 13th March 2025, attracting a significant number of attendees eager to enhance their understanding of trenchless technologies. With a primary focus on New Installation, the event featured a distinguished panel of speakers, including programme lead Silvana Alfieri, Iain Naismith, Tim Sargent, Roger Wahl, Chris Brodie, and Peter Guilliatt.
The agenda began with a recap of the NtTIN’s mission and resources available to participants, followed by an overview of New Installation through expert presentations. Attendees engaged in a lively Q&A session, fostering valuable discussions. A Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificate was also made available to all participants, underscoring the event's commitment to professional growth.
"The NtTIN is dedicated to supporting individuals new to the trenchless industry, helping them navigate the available resources while building a connected community," said Silvana Alfieri, programme lead. "Our events not only offer knowledge but also
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create networking opportunities that are essential for the future of our industry."
The event's outcomes included extensive knowledge sharing, networking opportunities, and plans for future events. The next meeting is scheduled for 17th July at 2pm, focusing on rehabilitation. Interested participants can email admin@ukstt.
org.uk for the meeting link.
The NtTIN aims to engage and support newcomers to the trenchless industry, fostering a deeper understanding of trenchless technologies and promoting awareness of learning opportunities to address future challenges.
About the New to Trenchless Industry Network (NtTIN): The NtTIN is committed to supporting professionals new to the trenchless technology field. Our mission is to create a connected community that shares knowledge and resources, ultimately enhancing the industry's capacity to tackle future challenges.
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