Severn Trent has tested Drones in a Box, a technology using UAVs to detect water leaks remotely.

 

 

Severn Trent has tested Drones in a Box, a technology using UAVs to detect water leaks remotely. 

 

These drones, equipped with thermal imaging, can spot leaks over large distances, improving efficiency in rural areas where traditional methods take longer.

The drones launch from docking stations, allowing rapid response to leaks and site surveys, potentially cutting detection time from days to hours. Severn Trent hopes this will help reduce leaks by 15% by 2025 and halve water loss by 2045, depending on regulatory changes.

 

UAVs are becoming increasingly useful across various sectors, with Severn Trent's trial showing how drones can save time and resources in water management.