Additive Catchments and Capgemini partner to lead technology-driven transformation UK river health
South West-based Additive Catchments has announced a strategic partnership with Capgemini to enhance the water quality in UK rivers.
The collaboration will support the North Devon-based company to scale its Catchment Monitoring as a Service (CMaaS®) platform. The platform utilises multiple data sources, including remote sensors, the Internet of Things (IoT), AI, earth observation and big data, to enable better environmental decision-making and drive improvements in river health.
The collaboration addresses the critical need for continuous water quality monitoring mandated by the UK’s 2021 Environment Act, as currently only 14% of England’s rivers meet good ecological health standards.
Together, the two companies aim to deliver high-assurance data and insights, helping water companies and stakeholders to comply with regulations, tackle pollution, and drive meaningful environmental improvements.
Capgemini will provide services to Additive Catchments to industrialise its CMaaS® platform, by supporting the Devon firm’s ongoing R&D capability, enhancing digital capabilities, providing business consulting services - including strategic ESG advisory and carbon monitoring consulting - and ensuring long-term scalability of the platform.
Rob Passmore, CEO & Co-founder, Additive Catchments, described the partnership as “a defining moment for Additive Catchments.”
“With Capgemini’s support, we are well positioned to accelerate the delivery of our solution and scale its impact across the UK, enabling water companies and stakeholders to meet critical regulatory challenges while driving tangible improvements in river health. Together, we are forging a new path for innovation and collaboration in environmental stewardship.”
Rob Walker. Managing Director of the UK Business Unit, Capgemini, said: “By combining Additive Catchments’ innovative platform with our expertise, we aim to help water companies take control of this critical challenge and deliver on their regulatory and environmental responsibilities.”
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