Costain Group PLC has been appointed by Northumbrian Water (NWG) to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme. The framework contract will see Costain work with NWG and its partners to shape, create, and deliver solutions to meet the strategic needs of NWG's business plan during Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8). The contract starts immediately and will run for a seven-year initial term with an option for a further five-year extension.

The framework, known as the Living Water Enterprise, involves 12 partners and the water company. Costain will be responsible for the design and construction of new water and wastewater treatment programmes and projects, including improving existing facilities and assets. The company will also play a pivotal role in helping Northumbrian Water meet commitments, such as the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and the Government's storm overflows discharge reduction plan.

The potential value of the contracts awarded to Costain over the 12-year period is up to 670 million. This appointment builds on significant recent wins in the water sector for Costain, and the company will deliver social value by enhancing the natural environment, a key outcome for AMP8, while ensuring that customers continue to have access to high-quality drinking water throughout the region.

For more information, you can access the full release on Costain's website.