The Network Inn

Introducing The Network Inn! new central space for collaboration and insights exchange.

The new Network Inn hosts partner-led sessions with Northumbrian Water Innovation FestivalAssociation for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE), British Water, and the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA); the Institute of Water's Young Professionals Networks, Energy UK's Young Energy Professionals and Utility Week's Future Leaders Club; and Womens Utilities Network.


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19 May 2026
  1. Join Northumbrian Water Innovation Festival as they host a mini design sprint to understand the broad range of challenges facing industry and the supply chain to improve how utilities learn from trials and take innovations from pilot to BAU. 

    In partnership with: 

    Northumbrian Water's Innovation Festival - Water Magazine

  2. Understanding and managing risk in construction is both possible and necessary. As the sector embarks on an era of major project delivery and upgrading assets, there has never been a more critical time to evaluate how risk is managed, cascaded and shared through the supply chain. Join this session to discuss with all stakeholders and workshop better approaches to enable innovation, workforce planning and more. 

    Discussion points include: 

    • How can risk be managed better to increase productivity and deliver projects more efficiently? 

    • What can be done to provide the supply chain with confidence and certainty invest in new methods, technologies and skills? 

    • What needs to change to develop even stronger, more resilient partnerships 

    In partnership with: 

    CECA British Water at UWL  ACE at UWL

20 May 2026
  1. Young professionals working in the utilities sector are invited to join this speed mentoring session to gain insights from utilities leaders on what’s unique and inspiring about their job, what they love about the sector, learn about potential career pathways, and hear their predictions for the next decade in utilities. Leave feeling inspired by your future in the utility industry and what actions can help you develop in your career. 

    In partnership with: 

    FLC at UW Young Energy Professionals (YEP) Forum - Energy UK IOW

  2. WUN is delighted to invite its members to a networking reception designed to bring together professionals from across the utilities sector. This relaxed and welcoming event offers a valuable opportunity to build new connections, strengthen existing relationships, and engage with peers who share a commitment to progressing diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within the industry. 

    In partnership with: 

    Case Study - Womens Utilities Network (WUN)

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"There were many interesting things to discover at the event. The talks gave a fascinating insight into issues facing the industry, how they are dealt with and what the future looks like. For someone looking to expand their horizons, it's definitely worth a visit. Utility Week Live is also a very good place to network and meet new people from an array of different companies"

- UWL visitor

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