Alistair Cameron, CEO and Lead Innovator at Scotmas, will be speaking in the Water Safety & Infection Control Theatre on Day One (21 October) of the Healthcare Estates 2025 event. Alistair’s presentation, “The Use and Advantages of Chlorine Dioxide Water Disinfection Technology in Healthcare,” will explore how Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) plays a vital role in…
Preventative Approach to Public Health and Water Safety A recent news report in the Scottish press highlighted a concerning incident at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, where a building was forced to close after Legionella bacteria were discovered in its water supply. While no patients were affected, the discovery serves as a powerful reminder of the…
In the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, the way we use buildings has changed dramatically. Across the UK and beyond, facilities that were once vibrant and busy offices, schools, universities, and hospitality venues have experienced periods of low or fluctuating occupancy. While this shift has created flexibility and new work patterns, it has also introduced…
As global water scarcity intensifies, desalination has emerged as a critical solution. From drought-prone California to the water-stressed Gulf states, seawater desalination offers a dependable, climate-resilient source of drinking water. While the technology is essential in some regions, the environmental impacts of desalination cannot be ignored. Industry forecasts predict that global desalination capacity will grow…
Oil dominated 20th-century geopolitics because whoever controlled the tap could throttle entire economies; in the 21st century, that tap is increasingly filled with drinking water. From Mosul to Mariupol, deliberate disruptions of dams, pipelines, and treatment plants have demonstrated how a precious substance essential for life can be transformed into a silent weapon. Unlike conventional…
A Call to Action for Hotel & Spa Owners on Legionnaires’ Disease The news of a British tourist fighting for her life in a Greek intensive care unit after contracting Legionnaires’ disease on an all-inclusive holiday in Crete, should send a chilling message through every hotel and spa establishment. This isn’t just a tragic personal…
Safeguarding Your Hospitality Brand: The Critical Role of Water Management in Preventing Legionnaires’ Disease Food safety is paramount in the food processing industry, and similarly, guest safety is non-negotiable in hospitality. Maintaining pristine hygiene and rigorously controlling microbial contamination are critical, especially within the complex water systems of hotels and spas. The choice of disinfection…
A recent “boil water” alert in parts of North Yorkshire serves as a stark reminder of how much we rely on clean water. Residents in High Bentham, Low Bentham, and Burton in Lonsdale were advised by Yorkshire Water to boil their tap water after routine tests revealed the presence of coliform bacteria. This incident led…
Food safety is paramount in the food processing industry, where maintaining hygiene and controlling microbial contamination are critical. Disinfection plays a vital role in this process, and choosing the right disinfectant can make a significant difference in efficiency, safety, and product quality. Two commonly used disinfectants in the industry are Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) and Peracetic…
Maintaining clean, safe, and pleasant water conditions is essential for recreational facilities such as swimming pools, spas, water parks, and leisure centres. Poor water quality can lead to health risks, facility downtime, and damage to reputation. Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) offers a modern, effective solution for water treatment in these environments—delivering superior disinfection performance while reducing…