POOL GIANTS PREDICT STEADY 2026 SALES

The global leader in pool and wellness equipment, Fluidra is predicting a positive outlook for the sector in 2026, anticipating steady sales, despite the current economic turmoil. The predicted figures follow strong 2025 results with sales up 7% to €2,184 million with volume growth across all regions. With a portfolio of some of the most […]

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ON THEIR MARKS

Buckingham Pools embarked on the multi-million-pound development with Bouygues UK, the main contractor behind Pentre Awel, which will co-locate leisure, health, research, businesses and education in Llanelli, Wales. As part of the local council’s ambition to bring together life science and community healthcare, Buckingham Pools was delighted to be awarded a comprehensive Design and Build […]

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GATEWAY TO THE WORLD

Registering a 14 per cent year- on-year increase in visitor attendance for the recent 30th anniversary edition of SPATEX – the UK’s only dedicated water leisure exhibition recorded its highest number of exhibitors and visitors at its Coventry Building Society venue. Drawing visitors from 25 countries and exhibitors from 13 nations, SPATEX this year added […]

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POOL TREATMENT SOLUTIONS

HeatForm, the in-house brand at Lighthouse Pools, has launched a full line of pool water treatment products under its new brand, Clarity, as part of its commitment to expanding its portfolio of quality pool offerings. Available with no minimum order quantity, the new range developed by Bayrol and branded by Lighthouse is an affordable range […]

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HOME POOL TRENDS REPORT

Compass Pools by Waterstream is launching its new Swimming Pool Trends Report offering an exclusive look at how UK homeowners are reimagining their outdoor spaces. Drawing on a survey conducted by OnePoll of 2,000 participants, the report delivers exclusive insights into the landscape of pool ownership, design and wellbeing, reflecting a shift in the nation’s […]

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CELEBRATING GOOD PRACTICE

Let me introduce myself – I’m Debbie Collins, the new Marketing Coordinator at PWTAG, and I couldn’t have joined at a better time. PWTAG’s work sits at the heart of raising standards across our industry and my role is all about amplifying that voice — sharing insight, celebrating good practice and helping more organisations connect […]

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PARAMOUNT POOLS BID FAREWELL TO DARRELL

After 21 years of dedicated service, Paramount Pool’s Warehouse Manager, Darrell Wheatley, retired in December. “Darrell has been a loyal and integral part of Paramount Pools, playing a fundamental role in our growth and expansion,” says Managing Director, Steve Martin. “His commitment and hard work will leave a lasting mark on the business, and while […]

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COMMERCIAL POOL CHALLENGES

ISPE’s 135th One-Day Seminar, held at the Black Country & Marches Institute of Technology in Dudley, in the West Midlands, in November, brought together 50 delegates for a focused day of technical insight, discussion, and professional networking. With an overriding commercial pool theme, the seminar addressed some of the most pressing design, operational, and compliance […]

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POOLSIDE SAFETY

SafetyCope isn’t just a product—it’s a game-changing innovation, redefining poolside safety. Developed with cutting-edge materials and engineering, it offers an unparalleled combination of function, durability, and user protection. Its advanced anti-slip tread provides exceptional grip, even when wet, dramatically reducing the risk of slips and falls. Unlike traditional pool edging, SafetyCope is designed with an […]

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BREAK DOWN BIOFILM

One of the few disinfectants capable of addressing the persistent issue of biofilm formation in water systems, Greentech International will officially launch its Hydro Dioxide at SPATEX 2026. Hydro Dioxide is unlike traditional chlorine, which struggles to penetrate the protective biofilm layers. Its unique molecular structure allows it to break down the biofilm and eliminate […]

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