Connecting Research and Industry: PIPEON at Water Innovation Day

On 25 September 2025, the University of Sheffield PIPEON team presented their work at the National Water Innovation Day, hosted by Synthotech Ltd.

The event brought together over 100 representatives from UK water utilities and their subcontractors, creating a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration around the latest innovations in the water sector.

The PIPEON team contributed with a dedicated poster presentation, highlighting the project’s goals and innovations in pipeline monitoring and operation. Their participation not only raised awareness about PIPEON’s ongoing developments but also sparked conversations with industry stakeholders about potential applications and synergies.

Events like the National Water Innovation Day provide an important opportunity to connect research with real-world utility challenges, ensuring that innovative solutions like PIPEON can have a tangible impact on the water industry.