In a move that could reshape the landscape of water treatment in the UK, Eliquo Hydrok and Mecana AG have extended their partnership, reaffirming their commitment to advancing Pile Cloth Media Filtration (PCMF) technology. This long-term contract extension, spanning into AMP9 (2030 onwards), underscores a strategic alliance that has already demonstrated significant success in municipal wastewater treatment.
The partnership between Swiss filtration technology leader Mecana AG and British water treatment specialist Eliquo Hydrok has been a catalyst for innovation. Their collaboration has led to the successful establishment of PCMF technology, with hundreds of installations across the UK and Europe, setting new benchmarks in wastewater treatment. The synergy of Mecana’s pile cloth media filters and Eliquo Hydrok’s factory-built modular packaged solutions, designed and manufactured in Cornwall, UK, has proven to be a game-changer.
Guido Schmucki, CEO of Mecana AG, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership. “The collaboration with Eliquo Hydrok is of central importance to Mecana AG – both strategically and operationally. The strength of our partnership has already taken us a long way – and will continue to carry us forward in the future. We greatly appreciate Eliquo Hydrok’s reliability, technical expertise, and market knowledge, and we look forward to continuing this success story together.”
Peter Wroe, Managing Director of ELIQUO HYDROK, echoed this sentiment. “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Mecana built on the long-term stable ownership and financial assurance of Mecana and Eliquo Hydrok delivered by experienced management, technical and servicing teams.”
Matt Down, also Managing Director of ELIQUO HYDROK, highlighted the broader implications of this partnership. “Our partnership with Mecana delivers the market-leading PCMF technology to the UK municipal water sector and this extension of our contract demonstrates our joint commitment to improving the quality of our waters in the UK. We have already supplied this solution to hundreds of wastewater treatment sites throughout the UK and Ireland for tertiary treatment and our partnership is set up to deliver our customer’s requirements for AMP8 and beyond, as well as providing an increasing number of PCMF solutions for clean water, storm water and primary treatment.”
This contract extension is not just a testament to the success of the partnership but also a response to the growing demand from municipal water companies in the UK. It addresses the need for reliable, off-site modular solutions that meet regulatory requirements for phosphorus removal and ensure smooth on-site installation.
As the water sector grapples with increasing regulatory pressures and the need for sustainable water management, this partnership could set a precedent for future collaborations. The extension of this contract signals a commitment to innovation and efficiency, potentially influencing how other companies approach water treatment and management.
Eliquo Hydrok, a market leader in the UK and Ireland, is part of the ELIQUO WATER GROUP GmbH and is owned by SKion Water. The company is part of a global network dedicated to protecting water, one of the most precious resources. For more information on their range of wastewater and water solutions, visit their website or contact them directly.