Water and Waste Management providers operate in a landscape defined by aging infrastructure, tightening regulations, climate-driven risks, and growing demand for resilient, sustainable systems.
Water and Waste Industry
At Sigma7, we understand the evolving challenges facing the water and waste management sector—from regulatory pressures and infrastructure strain to climate resilience and operational continuity. We specialize in delivering integrated risk management and resilience solutions that support water utilities, treatment operators, and infrastructure developers. As your trusted partner, we help you anticipate risk, protect assets, and strengthen operations for a more sustainable and secure future.
Your Trusted Partner for Risk and ResilienceWater Engineering Specialists
We bring deep technical knowledge and proven experience to the water and wastewater sectors. Our team has played a vital role in delivering high-impact infrastructure and engineering solutions across the regulated UK water industry and international markets. Whether working on capital investment programs or supporting advanced treatment and energy recovery projects, our goal is to safeguard performance, manage risk, and optimize asset lifecycles.
Learn more about our Risk Engineering servicesYour Trusted Partner
Our engineers possess specialist expertise in the design and construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities. We work with both conventional and cutting-edge treatment technologies, and offer deep knowledge of hydraulics, process design, and structural considerations. From early concept to construction and commissioning, we understand what’s needed to deliver robust and efficient treatment infrastructure.
We have firsthand experience within the UK's regulated water industry, having contributed to numerous Asset Management Period (AMP) capital investment programs. Our team understands the full lifecycle of water infrastructure—spanning planning, development, delivery, and compliance—and we apply this insight to help clients meet regulatory, technical, and sustainability goals. In addition to our UK work, we possess a broad understanding of the global water industry, allowing us to provide regionally appropriate solutions to international clients.
How Our Risk Engineering Team Can Help
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Pipelines, Sewers, and Outfalls
We have significant experience in the design and delivery of complex pipeline systems, including:
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Rising mains and pressurized/gravity sewers
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Dredged and drilled outfalls
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Large-diameter and deep open-cut pipelines
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Pipejacks, auger bores, and directional drilling
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Tunnel systems, shafts, and cofferdams
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High-lift pumping stations, CSOs, and vortex drops
Our hydraulic and structural expertise ensures every network is engineered for performance and durability under the most demanding conditions.
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Sea Defenses & Flood Alleviation
We support communities and businesses through the design and construction of flood and sea defense infrastructure. Our solutions are engineered to protect lives, infrastructure, and natural ecosystems in the face of rising climate and flood risks. Our capabilities include both permanent and temporary installations such as:
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Rock/revetment armored embankments
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Concrete and stone-clad retaining walls
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Sheet piled walls and reinforced harbor defense
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Sludge Treatment, and Waste to Energy
Paragon supports the transition to more sustainable operations with expertise in sludge management and energy recovery, including:
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Anaerobic digestion of sludge and green waste
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Methane gas-to-electricity conversion
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Sludge thickening, dewatering, and storage/disposal strategies
Our team has delivered critical waste-to-energy infrastructure that enables utilities to reduce waste, cut carbon emissions, and recover valuable energy.
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Asset Management
Our lifecycle asset management services cover the full project arc—from needs identification and feasibility analysis to construction and operation. We provide support in:
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Scope development and prioritization
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Cost-benefit analysis and value/risk management
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Design, commissioning, and long-term maintenance planning
Our focus is on optimizing the performance, reliability, and return on investment of critical water assets.
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Threat Monitoring and Management
Water utilities and waste management providers face a growing array of threats, including politically motivated attacks, environmental activism, and acts of sabotage or terrorism.
Sigma7’s threat intelligence platform equips these organizations with the ability to monitor and respond to emerging risks in real time. The platform tracks physical security incidents—such as sabotage, civil unrest, and protest activity—as well as cyber threats, including ransomware campaigns targeting operational systems. It also captures geopolitical developments that could disrupt regional supply chains, impact workforce safety, or compromise facility access. Clients can tailor the platform to focus on specific facilities, geographies, or threat categories, giving security teams the situational awareness they need to act quickly and confidently in the face of evolving challenges.
Being prepared is the best way to build resilience.
Sigma7 offers a comprehensive suite of over 500 e-learning and in-person training programs designed to help water and waste organizations meet regulatory obligations, strengthen operational safety, and prepare employees for high-risk scenarios. These courses are tailored to the sector’s unique challenges and are used by both plant-based personnel and mobile field teams. Our programs help ensure that staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to operate safely, respond effectively to emergencies, and maintain compliance with evolving environmental and infrastructure regulations.
- Pre-built and custom modules available to fit your training needs.
- Certified and accredited courses available for continued education.
- Digital and table top exercising to help your team get the education to be their best.
- Available in multiple languages for global teams.
Forensic Accounting
When disaster strikes, we are here for you.
Whether due to contamination, infrastructure failure, or severe weather, Sigma7’s forensic accounting team supports water and waste organizations by quantifying losses and streamlining the insurance claims process. We conduct business interruption calculations, validate damage assessments and repair costs, and assist with claim documentation and negotiations with insurers to help accelerate recovery. Our experts can also engage before a crisis occurs, offering guidance on insurability analysis and risk financing strategies to strengthen preparedness and financial resilience.
Partner with Sigma7
Whether you’re planning new infrastructure, upgrading legacy systems, or preparing for future risk, Sigma7 is your trusted partner in the water and waste sectors. We combine technical excellence with real-world industry experience to help you deliver resilient, efficient, and sustainable outcomes.
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