A E Yates Ltd. Selected as Contractor on United Utilities’ Reservoir Framework

A E Yates Ltd. are proud to announce that we have been selected for United Utilities’ Reservoir Framework Lot 1 which will “encompass road construction, site compound development, wavewall construction, debris barriers and granular filter construction.

Essential maintenance activities such as drainage clearance, surveying, masonry repairs, pressure grouting and sealing also form a vital part of the contract’s extensive remit, underlining United Utilities’ commitment to safeguarding its reservoirs against both environmental and structural risks.”

A E Yates Ltd. have extensive experience with reservoir maintenance and construction, with a noticeable completion of a spillway reconstruction at Harthill Reservoir.


“Our reservoirs are critical for keeping customers’ taps flowing across the North West as well as being iconic sites that many people enjoy visiting. The eight partners we have chosen will bring great expertise to help ensure we can maintain these reservoirs and provide our customers with the great quality drinking water they expect.”Jane Simpson, Commercial Engineering and Capital Delivery Director for United Utilities


“Our recent award of the United Utilities Framework is yet another great addition to our framework portfolio, supporting out strategic growth, whilst operating within our main core delivery and experience. We look forward to working closely with the wider collaborative delivery partners and supply-chain.”Sven Till, CEO at A E Yates Ltd.


“We look forward to collaboratively working with our partners, delivering these essential maintenance & improvement works for United Utilities, which will enhance reservoir resilience across the Northwest.” Ruairi Flynn, Associate Operations Director at A E Yates Ltd.

Quotes taken from:

  1. United Utilities names appointees on £205M reservoir works framework | New Civil Engineer
  2. United Utilities announces new partners for reservoir works