Our Water Management Case Studies
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Whitehead School
Address: Mendalgief Road, Newport, NP20 2NT
Customer: Smiths (Gloucester)
Brief Overview: Supply and Installation of 6500m² 0.6mm CATE-HD 600 welded liner & CATE-TEX 300 gsm protection fleece. This was installed as part of a SUDS system covering all hard-standing areas of the school.
Barking Power Station
Address: Chequers Lane, Barking, RM9 6PF
Customer: Cognition Land & Water Ltd
Brief Overview: Supply and Installation of 3,500m² of CATE-HD 1000 liner & CATE-TEX 300 gsm protection fleece, this was installed as a temporary lagoon which helped the site deal with severe water issues they had.
Moulton Park
Address: Anglia Way, Northampton, NN3 5JA
Customer: DAB Civil Engineering Contractors
Brief Overview: Installation of 1038m³ of attenuation crates over two tanks, using our CATE-LL range supplied by ourselves. All welds were air tested by our senior site technicians.
Sizewell C (Power Station)
Address: King Georges Avenue, Leiston, IP16 4TP
Customer: Galldris Services Ltd
Brief Overview:Installation of 1389m³ soakaway using the ACO HD system.
HS2
Address: A413, Little Missenden, Amersham
Customer: JFFrench
Brief Overview: Supply and Installation of 1500m² 0.6mm CATE-HD 600 welded liner & CATE-TEX 300 gsm protection fleece. This was installed to manage the water issues
on site.
Expert Water Management and SuDS Case Studies
Delivering Engineered Solutions Across the UK
Welcome to our Water Management Case Studies page. Water control is essential on modern build sites. At Catalogue Engineering, we deliver specialist water management solutions for major construction, civil engineering, and national infrastructure projects throughout Britain. To learn more about our company standards and site team, visit our about us page, or review our formal certifications on our accreditations page.
Protecting Groundworks and Surrounding Environments
Uncontrolled surface water causes costly delays. Proper drainage keeps site teams moving safely while protecting local ecosystems from run-off contamination. Whether you are constructing new schools, preparing complex transport corridors, or developing industrial commercial parks, controlling surface water and groundwater remains a vital foundation of every project.
Proven Results With Leading Civil Contractors
We work alongside the top tier-one contractors in the UK. On this page, you can examine real-world installations featuring partners like Smiths (Gloucester), Cognition Land & Water Ltd, DAB Civil Engineering Contractors, Galldris Services Ltd, and JFFrench. For a broader overview of our engineering background across all sectors, browse our central case studies hub.
What We Do – Core Services Featured
Every site presents distinct ground challenges. Below are the key specialist systems featured within our project portfolio.
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Paving
Heavy rain requires smart containment. We supply and install high-density membrane liners paired with thick protection fleeces to support SuDS networks. These frequently link into permeable paving across school parking areas and commercial groundworks.
Attenuation Crates and Soakaway Systems
Controlling peak storm flow is essential. We carry out turnkey attenuation and soakaway installations designed to store stormwater underground before releasing it at controlled rates. Read our article on attenuation tanks vs soakaways to learn more about selecting the right setup.
Welded Liners and Custom Panels
Off-site fabrication saves time. We weld durable geomembranes into bespoke boxwelds and prefabricated panels. This approach reduces site install times while securing absolute watertight performance for retention ponds and run-off basins.
Water Containment and Temporary Lagoons
Water containment needs to be total. We supply and lay heavy-duty pond liners for both permanent features and temporary emergency lagoons. Read our practical guides on the pond liner installation process, check out the guide to industrial pond liners, or see why main contractors choose to hire a professional pond liner contractor.
Specialist Recreational Liners
Leisure infrastructure demands neat visual finishes alongside functional waterproofing. We supply and line water hazards using robust geomembranes, including custom golf course lake liners.
Complementary Environmental Solutions
Modern construction looks upwards as well as down. We integrate ground water management with elevated green and blue solutions. Learn how living roofs attenuate surface water using green roofs and dedicated blue roofs, view our comparison of blue vs green roofs, or inspect our detailed green roof benefits, costs, and maintenance guide.
Featured Project Highlights
Educational, Power, Commercial, and Railway Infrastructure
1. Sustainable School Groundworks – Whitehead School, Newport
Client: Smiths (Gloucester) | Location: Mendalgief Road, Newport
School build sites require sustainable water management. During groundworks at Whitehead School, the project required an extensive SuDS system underneath paved car parks. We supplied and installed 6,500m² of 0.6mm CATE-HD 600 welded liner combined with CATE-TEX 300gsm protection fleece. This provided long-term drainage without risking local groundwater pollution.
2. Emergency Site Water Control – Barking Power Station, London
Client: Cognition Land & Water Ltd | Location: Chequers Lane, Barking
Water ingress can halt a project overnight. When sudden site flooding threatened progress at Barking Power Station, we acted quickly. Our team supplied and fitted 3,500m² of heavy CATE-HD 1000 liner alongside a protective fleece to create a secure temporary lagoon. This rapid installation collected excess groundwater and allowed site operations to resume immediately.
3. Stormwater Attenuation Tanks – Moulton Park, Northampton
Client: DAB Civil Engineering Contractors | Location: Anglia Way, Northampton
Commercial developments must manage heavy storm run-off. To protect local infrastructure near Anglia Way, we constructed two subterranean attenuation tanks using 1,038m³ of heavy-duty crates wrapped in CATE-LL membrane. Every single welded joint was air-tested on site by our senior technicians to verify a leak-proof seal before backfilling.
4. Nuclear Infrastructure Support – Sizewell C Power Station, Suffolk
Client: Galldris Services Ltd | Location: Leiston, Suffolk
National energy projects demand high-capacity drainage. Infrastructure preparation at Sizewell C required a system capable of absorbing vast water volumes. Our specialists installed a massive 1,389m³ soakaway using heavy modular ACO HD blocks, providing reliable, high-volume surface run-off control for the site.
5. Transport Infrastructure Delivery – HS2 Project, Buckinghamshire
Client: JFFrench | Location: A413, Little Missenden
Railway groundworks face unpredictable weather and tough ground conditions. Working along the A413 route for HS2, our technicians supplied and welded 1,500m² of 0.6mm CATE-HD 600 liner supported by CATE-TEX 300gsm protection fleece. The result was a stable, fully compliant water management layer built to withstand heavy machinery movement.
Comprehensive Ground Protection and Why Work With Us
Integrated Gas and Hydrocarbon Protection
Site ground protection rarely stops at water control. Many brownfield and urban developments require full protection against ground gases and chemical contaminants. We provide engineered gas and hydrocarbon barriers, including complete gas barrier installations and certified hydrocarbon barriers. To see how we protect complex sites, visit our gas management case studies section, or read our technical articles on choosing the right gas membrane, hydrocarbon barriers vs standard gas membranes, and achieving total BS 8485 compliance in gas barrier installations.
The Catalogue Engineering Advantage
Fully Tested Quality
We test every joint on site. Our senior technicians conduct rigorous air testing on welded seams to prove watertight integrity before handing over the system.
High-Performance Materials
Quality materials prevent failure. From CATE-HD welded liners to CATE-TEX protection fleeces and attenuation crates, our products handle challenging UK soil conditions.
Flexible Project Execution
We adapt to real site conditions. Whether setting up permanent SuDS infrastructure or responding to urgent flooding with temporary lagoons, we scale our team to match your schedule.
Full Environmental Compliance
Regulations are strict. Every system we install satisfies UK SuDS guidelines, local planning criteria, and environmental agency standards.
Discuss Your Next Water Management Project
Get Expert Advice and Technical Quotations
Need support on an upcoming build? Get in touch today. Visit our contact us page to speak with our engineering team, request project pricing, or browse industry insights on our engineering blog.
Phone: 03300 583335 | Email: enquiries@catalogue.engineering
About Catalogue Engineering
Catalogue Engineering is a leading UK specialist in water management and gas barrier systems. Based in Northampton, we provide expert design and installation for commercial developments across the country. Our team delivers practical solutions including SuDS compliant blue and green roofs, attenuation tanks, and hydrocarbon protection. We pride ourselves on engineering excellence and a reliable service for every project.
Our Accreditations and Standards
Safety and quality underpin everything we do. Our team holds multiple industry qualifications, including TWI certifications and NVQ Level 2 credentials in gas membrane installations. We are also proud to be a British Safety Council accredited team, ensuring that every installation meets the required regulatory standards for your site.
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