June 17, 2025

SVI is proud to announce that its Coil Control pipe straightener has officially been approved for use by Cadent Gas, marking a major milestone in pipeline safety and innovation. Developed to address one of the industry's longstanding safety concerns—the sudden release of energy from coiled PE pipe—Coil Control neutralises this hazard using an innovative roller-based restraint system....

June 11, 2025

SVI is proud to celebrate 20 years of the Mini Purge Ejector, a compact and dependable tool that has become a staple in gas purging operations across the UK. Since its launch in 2005, more than 1,300 units have been supplied to gas networks and utilities contractors nationwide. Developed as a practical alternative to the larger purge ejectors in use since the mid-1980s, the Mini Purge Ejector...

June 6, 2025

SVI's Iain Fisher Recognised at Future Water Association's Water Dragons Final SVI is proud to announce that Iain Fisher has been awarded a Highly Commended distinction at the prestigious Water Dragons final, hosted by the Future Water Association at Canada House, London, on Wednesday 28th 2025. The Water Dragons competition is a flagship event within the water industry, providing a platform...

February 27, 2025

Steve Vick International (SVI), a family-run business in pipeline engineering solutions, is delighted to announce the renewal of their sponsorship of the Wiltshire Music Centre (WMC) for another year. This decision underscores the company's longstanding commitment to the local community and to nurturing young talent in the arts. Music has always been at the heart of the Vick family, and their...

November 11, 2024

Project Overview Recently, Envolve Infrastructure worked in partnership with Wessex Water on an essential sewer relief project in Winterbourne, Bristol. The project, aimed at mitigating the risk of environmental contamination, involved the installation of a 160mm sewage pipe beneath a river using directional drilling. The project required both safety & efficiency as the team worked alongside...

October 31, 2024

Project Overview In collaboration with Balfour Beatty, our Contract Services team contributed essential ground stabilisation services to support the ongoing HS2 project in Coleshill, Birmingham. The Water Orton Viaducts, once completed, will span over 700 metres of track, connecting critical points across the River Tame. This infrastructure upgrade, located east of the M42 and the Lichfield...

October 29, 2024

SVI is thrilled to share some highlights from No Dig Live 2024, held between 1-3 October at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Coventry. It was a fantastic event that brought together attendees from various backgrounds. The event is held biennially and features trenchless technology for the utilities industry, each day was filled with engaging indoor and outdoor exhibition stands, insightful presentations,...

July 25, 2024

Steve Vick International's Contract Services team recently undertook a project in the picturesque village of Hethersett in Norfolk. This project was commissioned by Cadent and involved the execution of a 1" 1 Way Medium Pressure flowstopping operation. The task was critical to facilitate a new Medium Pressure service relay to Wychwood House, which is currently being restored to its former...

July 9, 2024

Steve Vick International (SVI), a renowned local family-run business known for its commitment to excellence, has announced a significant milestone in its leadership journey. As of the start of their new financial year, Caspar Vick has officially assumed the position of Managing Director. This transition follows a remarkable 42 years of dedicated service by Crock Harrison, a respected figure...

July 8, 2024

Steve Vick International (SVI) participated in Cappagh Group of Companies' annual Innovation Day held in Havant, Portsmouth this June. This event provided a valuable platform for SVI to present its latest advancements in pipe handling and cutting technologies to industry professionals. A highlight of the showcase was the 180 Pipe Coil Trailer, designed to handle PE pipe coils with diameters...

April 3, 2024

Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has proudly announced the acquisition of 128 trailers from industry leader Steve Vick International (SVI) over the past three years, significantly enhancing operations for its gas mains replacement programme across Wales and the south west of England. These acquisitions are a testament to WWU's commitment to reducing environmental impact while enhancing...

February 13, 2024

Steve Vick International's Contract Services team recently completed a challenging project in Aberdare, Wales, commissioned by Wales & West Utilities and Transport for Wales. The project involved grout filling a recently decommissioned gas main, covering 150 metres of 300mm steel pipe, located beneath a newly laid railway track. Deploying two grout rigs, the team employed a quick pumped...