We are delighted to announce that Browne has been ranked 91st in the Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers Index 2024 by the National Centre for Diversity. This recognition celebrates our commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We are thrilled to announce that Browne has been honored with the "Be Proud, Be Blue" award at the recent Thames Water annual supplier event. This esteemed recognition celebrates our ongoing commitment to excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the utilities sector.
The award ceremony, held on Tuesday, brought together some of the most influential names in the industry. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, celebrate shared successes, and highlight the exceptional contributions of leading suppliers.
Barry Jones, Director of Operations at Browne, addressed the Future Water Association at their event in London earlier this month, sharing his expertise on quality assured water pipe installation. With over 25 years in leak detection and mains replacement, Barry joined a panel discussing “New Pipes Don’t Leak – Do They?” where he examined the ongoing risks of leakage in new infrastructure, driven by gaps in quality assurance, limited pressure testing, and the increasing role of Self Lay Providers (SLPs).
We are delighted to announce that Browne has achieved the Gold Award status in The 5% Club’s prestigious 2024-25 Employer Audit. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating meaningful pathways for individuals to develop their careers through apprenticeships, graduate programs, and other earn and learn initiatives.
Browne’s partnership with Southern Water (SW) has flourished since the company became the reservoir maintenance framework provider in 2019. Recognising Browne’s excellent performance, Southern Water awarded a four-year extension to the contract in 2023, cementing this relationship through to 2027.
We are proud to announce the successful and early completion of a critical infrastructure project in West London, undertaken in collaboration with Thames Water and five key partners. This project, located outside the strategically important West Brompton Station and spanning the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea as well as Hammersmith & Fulham Council, required meticulous planning and seamless coordination between various stakeholders.
In a further major collaboration, Browne, together with SGN, is actively working to reduce disruption during the replacement of a 200m DI pipe with a 250mm PE pipe in the London Borough of Bexley. Thanks to the evolving scope of the project and combined efforts with Thames Water, over 70 days of disruption are expected to be saved.
Browne recently hosted a site walk-through for Transport for London (TFL) along Upper Tooting Road to see the Surbiton Trunk Mains Replacement Project. The visit provided an opportunity for the TFL Director and team to witness the progress of this essential infrastructure project, which is being delivered on behalf of Thames Water in cooperation with TFL and Wandsworth Council.
For over 33 years, Browne has proudly served as the framework provider for Thames Water's reservoir maintenance, supporting the vast network of reservoirs that supply water to millions of Londoners and into the Thames Valley. In 2025, Browne undertook some of its most ambitious projects yet, with major works completed simultaneously at two of London’s largest water treatment works, Coppermills WTW and Hampton WTW. Combined, these two sites provide over half of London’s water supply, making their efficient operation essential for the city.
In recognition of Black History Month, Browne is excited to announce a special webinar titled "Reclaiming Narratives in Engineering," aimed at providing crucial career advice and opportunities to the next generation of Black engineering talent. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 30th October 2024, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, and will feature guidance on apprenticeships, graduate programs, and CV support for Black engineering students, graduates, and soon-to-be graduates.
Browne is proud to announce the successful completion of the £4.2 million final phase of works at Hampton Water Treatment Works (WTW), a key asset that delivers a third of London’s water supply. Over the course of a year (Phase 1 North Reservoir Cell - 19/06/23 to 23/11/23 and Phase 2 South Reservoir Cell - 15/04/24 to 16/08/24), we worked closely with MWH on behalf of Thames Water to carry out essential maintenance, both on a reactive and planned basis.
On behalf of Thames Water, Browne will soon be delivering a significant infrastructure project along Fonthill Road, Islington. Over the course of approximately 11 weeks, two aging cast iron mains, a 4-inch and 6-inch, will be replaced by a larger 180mm polyethylene barrier pipe. This rationalisation will improve the network's efficiency and significantly reduce the likelihood of bursts and service interruptions.
Last week marked an exciting milestone for Browne as we proudly launched our latest Apprenticeship Programme, welcoming a diverse group of apprentices into the IT, SHEQ, Procurement, Environment & Sustainability, and Commercial disciplines. Over the next 3-6 years, these future stars will be working, learning, and earning with us as they build their careers in the construction and utilities sectors.
On Wednesday, 18th September, Browne was honored with the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award at a ceremony held in the Sovereigns' Room at the Royal Air Force Club, Piccadilly. This prestigious award recognises Browne's commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and its ongoing efforts in fostering an inclusive work environment for service members and veterans.
In celebration of National Inclusion Week, Browne Construction continues to highlight its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Browne has made significant strides in fostering an inclusive culture across its workforce. A key moment in this journey occurred on September 12th, when Browne held the first workshop session of its Empowering Differences Programme at the Rosedale Sports Club in Cheshunt.
We are pleased to announce that Browne have secured a position on the Southern Water AMP 8 Capital Infrastructure Low Complexity Delivery Route (LCDR) Framework - Lot 2, for Wastewater. The framework has an estimated value of £406m over a 5-year duration extendable by up to 3 years.
Browne is proud to announce that we have been awarded a £130m deal on Thames Water’s mains renewal program. The contract will see Browne renewing Thames Water pipework in six district metered areas (DMAs) in the boroughs of Greenwich, Brent, Enfield, Lambeth and Guildford.
At Browne, we are committed to not only delivering essential infrastructure projects but also supporting the communities in which we work. Currently, our team is engaged in a significant project on behalf of Thames Water, carrying out main replacements outside Snaresbrook Primary School. These crucial upgrades are designed to ensure the continued provision of safe and reliable water services to the local area, with the work set to be completed by November.
Kenmont Primary School recently received a delightful makeover, thanks to the efforts of the Browne Helping Hands team supported by members of the Thames Water team. The partnership, initiated by Browne, to thank the school and community for their cooperation while we carried out the construction work outside the school on behalf of Thames Water. Recognising the inconvenience that their construction activities had caused, Browne proposed a unique way to give back to the school community.
In an exciting development for the Offord Road community, Browne is preparing to replace 722m of 12-inch cast iron water mains as part of a significant infrastructure project for Thames Water. The replacement of these outdated mains is a critical step towards improving water supply reliability and preventing future pipe bursts and floods, which have previously caused disruptions for local residents and businesses.
At Browne, we take immense pride in our commitment to giving back to the local community. This past week, our Helping Hands volunteers had the pleasure of spending a day with the Canal & River Trust, a valued charity within Enfield.
Browne’s Helping Hands volunteers recently joined forces with a team from Affinity Water, one of our valued clients, for a rewarding day of community service. Together, we participated in a joint volunteering initiative with the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, focusing on an important environmental task: clearing Himalayan balsam from a local river.
Last week, Browne proudly supported the Enfield Town School’s Partnership Big Bang STEM Fair held at Chace Community School. This two-day event was a fantastic opportunity for Browne to engage with the local community and inspire young minds.
This month we ran our latest work experience placement at Browne. We are very pleased to have welcomed two young students for the week. Justin, 14 years old and Tyler, 17 years old who had the opportunity to rotate through various departments within the business to gain a comprehensive understanding of different roles and get an overview of our organisation.
We are delighted to confirm that Browne has been awarded a place on the £167m FA1756 Non-Infrastructure Medium Projects - Runway 1 Civils Framework by Thames Water.