SVI’s Coil Control Now Approved for Use by Cadent Gas

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....
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SVI Marks 20 Years of the Mini Purge Ejector

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...
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SVI’s Iain Fisher Recognised at Future Water Association’s Water Dragons Final

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...
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Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Sewage Pipe Installation with Coil Control

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...
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Wales & West Utilities Celebrates Milestone Acquisition of Steve Vick International Trailers

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...
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Steve Vick International’s Contracting Services Team Provides Crucial Support to Balfour Beatty on M25 Gas Main Diversion Project

November 13, 2023

Steve Vick International, a renowned expert in innovative engineering for trenchless renovation and decommissioning of pipes on a global scale, is proud to announce their recent collaboration with industry leader Balfour Beatty on a substantial project at the M25, A3 Junction 10, commissioned by Highways England. The project involved diverting a gas main to facilitate road widening, a complex...
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Steve Vick International Renews Sponsorship of Wiltshire Music Centre

October 23, 2023

Steve Vick International Renews Sponsorship of Wiltshire Music Centre, Strengthening Commitment to Local Community and Young Musical Talent Steve Vick International (SVI), a leading innovator in pipeline engineering solutions, is thrilled to announce the renewal of their sponsorship agreement with the Wiltshire Music Centre (WMC). This renewed commitment reflects SVI's dedication to supporting...
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Steve Vick International Celebrates Grand Opening of New Slough Depot with Open Days

October 17, 2023

Steve Vick International (SVI), a leading provider of trenchless repair and replacement solutions for underground pipes, proudly announces the official opening of its new Slough depot. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company's growth strategy and its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality service to customers across the UK. To commemorate the opening of the Slough...
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Pipeline Industries Guild and Steve Vick International (SVI) Showcase Latest Innovations at “The Transition from Gas to Water Showcase”

September 13, 2023

Last Thursday, the Pipeline Industries Guild and Steve Vick International (SVI) came together to host an exciting event titled "The Transition from Gas to Water Showcase." This collaboration, featuring a range of pioneering products and techniques, signifies a significant stride towards breaking down industry boundaries and forging connections between the worlds of gas and water. The event...
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Steve Vick International Announces Leadership Transition and Embraces New Chapter

July 17, 2023

Steve Vick International (SVI) a local family-run business known for its commitment to excellence is delighted to announce an upcoming leadership transition. After a remarkable 41 years of dedicated service, Crock Harrison, a respected figure within the company, will be transitioning to a new role, making way for Caspar Vick to assume the position of Managing Director. Throughout his tenure at...
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Steve Vick International Wins Land Based/Onshore Pipeline Technology Award at The Pipeline Industries Guild Awards

July 6, 2023

Steve Vick International (SVI) proudly announces its latest achievement at The Pipeline Industries Guild technology, innovation, and projects Awards Reception held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. SVI has been recognised as the winner in the Land Based/Onshore Pipeline Technology Award category for its groundbreaking innovation, the PE Pipe Cutter. The Pipeline Industries Guild has...
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Steve Vick International’s Contract Services team fills 180 metre abandoned sewer pipes with cementitious grout for Yorkshire Water

June 6, 2023

Steve Vick International (SVI) recently carried out a project for JN Bentley on behalf of Yorkshire Water. The project involved filling with cementitious grout a 180-metre length of 300mm diameter abandoned sewer pipes. SVI's Contract Service teams are known for providing on-site solutions to a wide variety of pipe decommissioning and renewal problems, and the project for Yorkshire Water was no...
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