AstralPool UK and Certikin will merge on January 1, 2027 to form Fluidra UK, bringing together two of the UK swimming pool sector’s most established and respected businesses under one unified organisation. The merger will enable customers to access the combined strengths of both businesses through a single organisation, while continuing to benefit from the […]
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SPATEX, the UK’s annual trade show is an event worth jumping in a car or hopping on a plane for. Held at the centrally located, Coventry Building Society Arena, the venue offers ample parking, with SPATEX committed to providing free parking for registered visitors. SPATEX will reimburse the cost of a taxi from Birmingham International […]
With the implementation of the European F-Gas III regulation bringing further restrictions on high-GWP refrigerants, the pressure is growing on manufacturers and the wider supply chain to adapt. Poolstar Group, available in the UK through Automated Environmental Systems, has decided not to wait for the regulatory timetable to dictate the pace of change. The manufacturer […]
Public swimming provision entered 2026 from a position of resilience, but also considerable pressure, according to the latest market review. Beneath participation figures sits a more complex picture: an ageing public estate, uneven provision, changing management arrangements, rising operating costs and workforce pressures. At the same time, expectations of swimming pools are changing. Increasingly, they […]
Heat pumps have become a standard component of energy-efficient pool and spa design, reports Christina Connor… Once regarded as an environmentally driven alternative to conventional boilers, heat pumps have become a mainstream specification across the UK wet-leisure sector. As energy costs, decarbonisation and refrigerant legislation reshape the market, the technology is opening-up opportunities for both […]
One Pool & Spa Wellness is the manufacturer behind a landmark wellness installation at the Manor House Alsager, a Cheshire hotel. The bespoke vitality spa is the centrepiece of The Courtyard, designed to provide a luxury outdoor wellness experience. The pool combines hydrotherapy with magnesium enriched water to create a distinctive new offering for the […]
The Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers (ISPE) is all set for another busy event season, with dates and venues confirmed for its Autumn, Winter and Spring One-Day Seminars and speaker programmes taking shape. First up was the ISPE Autumn Seminar on Thursday 1st October at Silvermere Inn on the Lake, Cobham, with eight industry speakers: […]
Following the PWTAG AGM, Mike Shuff has been appointed Chair, with Simon Whittingham taking on the role of Vice Chair. Mike brings extensive experience in leisure-sector training and professional development. Simon has more than 30 years’ experience in swimming pool filtration and water treatment and will continue as Chair of the PWTAG Industry Forum. PWTAG […]
Entries for the much-anticipated UK Pool & Spa Awards 2026 are NOW OPEN, promising to be the biggest and best in the event’s 16-year history. Last year saw an impressive 75 companies submit a combined 272 entries across 28 categories — clear evidence that the sector is not only thriving but fiercely competitive. Beyond the […]
Recently marking its 10th anniversary, Historic Pools of Britain (HPB) shines a spotlight on the nation’s much-loved swimming heritage — raising awareness, championing campaigns, and uniting communities. One of HPB’s greatest strengths lies in the connections it forges between community groups, campaigners, pool operators, heritage experts, and passionate individuals across the UK. These relationships have […]
