http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk Just another WordPress weblog Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:45:34 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The National Trust has purchased the award-winning FLOODSTOP flood defence barrier to protect the iconic Brownsea Island. FLOODSTOP is cheaper and far more effective than sandbags and can be rapidly deployed by one person. The barrier provides protection against floods and high tides. Simon Phelps of Fluvial Innovations said: “Its fantastic news ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=1030 LocalGov, Robin Mannering The Government has underlined its commitment to the Flood and Water Management Act after announcing a package of measures initially pledged by the Labour administration. Ministers have unveiled a £2m pot to help councils prepare preliminary flood risk assessments Environment minister Richard Benyon yesterday announced a £2m pot ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=1000 Recent news by Emily Beament, Press Association…… Businesses, landowners and communities will have to make a bigger contribution to paying for flood defences in their area in the future, the Environment Agency warned today. The government agency, which has responsibility for river and coastal flooding and co-ordinates management of surface water ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=988 Recent news (taken from InsuranceTimes.co.uk)..….. “The thames flood protection barrier and other flood defences to be sold to cut budget. Britain’s flood defence network, including the Thames Barrier and defences on the Ouse and Severn rivers, could be sold to the private sector to cut the £713m annual flood defence bill, the ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=958 “Over the past number of years I have researched into the use of sandbags as a rapid response tool for the both the Environment Agency and Local Authorities.  Using the EA’s Freedom of Information Service anyone can collate their spend on sandbags specific to flood defences. Year Budget spend on unfilled sandbags 2007 ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=954 The Barclays Business ‘Take One Small Step’ competition, which launched in March awarding ten budding business minds across the UK £50,000 each, has named Fluvial Innovations Ltd as one of three regional finalist’s in the South West. Beating more than 3,600 entrants, Fluvial Innovations Ltd which supplies innovative flood defence ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=923 Lord Mandelson thanks South West recession busting small business – Fluvial Innovations. Secretary of State for Business Lord Mandelson is thanking a recession busting South West businessman for helping to move the UK economy back into the black. Lord Mandelson met Simon Phelps, entrepreneur and founder of flood protection company Fluvial Innovations, ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=759 "...As homeowners in Cumbria mop up, it’s time to look at damage limitation if your home could be under threat, says Jane Slade. Pictures of the devastation in Cumbria have brought into sharp focus the damage a flood can do, not only to homes but also entire communities. ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=666 "This month heavy rain has caused havoc in north and east Scotland with homes flooded, roads closed and trains cancelled. An Aberdeenshire Council spokesperson said: “Our crews have been working throughout the night providing support to the emergency services, keeping roads clear as best they can and helping with the evacuation ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=605 FLOODSTOP flood protection has been chosen by STEMNET (funded by The Department of Business, Innovation and Skills) to appear as a case study in all UK secondary schools. Fluvial Innovations has been specifically chosen to demonstrate to students that they can have a rewarding career by designing and developing ... http://www.fluvial-innovations.co.uk/?p=462