Wavin hosted Mexican Ambassador Josefa González-Blanco at its Chippenham facility on Wednesday 7th June to officially launch production of its innovative AquaCell NG at the site. It forms part of an £8 million investment into the south west base by the manufacturer’s parent company, Orbia.
Speaking at the event, González-Blanco said: “As a Mexican here in Chippenham, it’s both moving and fascinating to witness the impact of genuinely global collaboration. I can only imagine the pride that the Wavin team must feel today, especially when you consider the important role this type of flood defence technology will play in the years to come.”
Sitting below the ground, the AquaCell NG attenuation tank is designed to store collected rainwater before gradually releasing it back into the ground or sewer network at a controlled rate, helping to mitigate the impact of surface water build-up and subsequent flooding. Its design – with both push-fit functionality and a ‘stackable’ structure – is ideal for installation in tight urban locations, and because it is made of 100% recycled plastic, it helps to underpin projects’ sustainability credentials.
Mike Ward, Territory Director at Wavin UK & Ireland, said: “We’ve had a fantastic response since we introduced the AquaCell NG , with sustainable drainage continuing to play a critical role in all new developments. That’s why it’s so important to be able to bring production of the technology to the UK, shoring up supply chains and ensuring we can meet this rising demand.
“It truly is a shining example of how our partnership with Orbia has led to significant investment into the south west, benefitting both the region as well as our UK-wide customer base.”
For further information on Wavin’s Aquacell NG, visit: https://www.wavin.com/en-gb/catalog/rainwater-and-stormwater/attenuate-and-infiltrate/aquacell-ng
