Itron Expands Presence in United Kingdom Water Sector with New Cyble™ 5 Contract

Core Insights - Itron, Inc. is collaborating with Northumbrian Water Limited to modernize its water distribution system by deploying 330,000 Itron Aquadis+ volumetric water meters equipped with Cyble 5 communication modules by 2029 [1][2][3] - The deployment is part of Northumbrian Water's strategy to meet strict water leak reduction goals set by Ofwat, the water sector regulator in England and Wales [2][5] - The initiative aims to enhance customer service, ensure reliable water supply, and promote water conservation through real-time data collection and educational campaigns [3][4] Company and Industry Overview - Itron is recognized as a global leader in energy, water, smart city, IIoT, and intelligent infrastructure services, focusing on innovative systems and resource conservation [6] - The collaboration with Northumbrian Water is part of a broader trend in the U.K. water sector, where utilities are encouraged to reduce leaks by 50% from a 2017-18 baseline by 2050 [5] - The Cyble 5 solution enables utilities to transform mechanical meters into communicating devices, improving operational efficiency and billing accuracy [5][4]