Itron Expands Presence in United Kingdom Water Sector with New Cyble™ 5 Contract

Rhea-AI Summary

Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) announced a contract with Northumbrian Water to deploy 330,000 Aquadis+ water meters with Cyble 5 modules in northeast England, with deployment underway and expected to complete by 2029. The meters will connect via a LoRaWAN network from partner Connexin and collect hourly reads (with 15-minute reads between 1–3 a.m.) to improve leakage detection and billing accuracy.

The deal is Itron’s third Cyble 5 contract in the U.K. and is described alongside Itron’s broader work with Severn Trent and Yorkshire Water that involves deploying over one million Itron water meters equipped with Cyble 5 across the regions.

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• 330,000 water endpoints contracted for Northumbrian Water by 2029
• Connected reads at hourly cadence with 15-minute reads between 1–3 a.m. to improve leakage reporting
• Itron’s third Cyble 5 contract in the U.K.; part of > 1 million meter deployments across regions

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Insights

Infrastructure & Utilities Analyst

Itron wins a large U.K. water metering rollout with clear operational and regulatory relevance.

Itron will supply 330,000 Aquadis+ meters with Cyble 5 modules to Northumbrian Water, with deployment underway and completion expected by 2029. The system will use a LoRaWAN network from Connexin, deliver hourly reads (and 15‑minute reads between 1–3 a.m.), and links directly to Ofwat-driven leak reduction goals.

The business mechanism is straightforward: large-scale device sales plus network connectivity and data services tied to measurable performance (meter reads and leakage reporting). Success depends on timely deployment, network uptime, and data quality; failure modes include installation delays, connectivity gaps, or problems scaling hourly/15‑minute telemetry across hundreds of thousands of endpoints.

Watch execution milestones through deployment progress to 2029, meter read accuracy and latency metrics, and any operational KPIs Northumbrian Water reports on leakage reductions relative to the Ofwat targets such as 50% reduction ambition by 2050. Near-term indicators (next 12–24 months) will be rollout pace and network reliability; medium-term (through 2029) will show whether the program delivers the claimed billing accuracy and leakage improvements.

Northumbrian Water to Deploy 330,000 Itron Water Endpoints by 2029 in the Northeast Region

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water, is collaborating with Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL), a leading water provider in northeast England, to modernize the utility’s water distribution system. NWL will deploy 330,000 Itron Aquadis+ volumetric water meters equipped with Cyble 5 multi-connectivity communication modules by 2029 to easily and efficiently capture accurate data and manage their water network. The collaboration with NWL marks Itron’s third Cyble 5 contract in the U.K, highlighting Itron’s momentum and growing presence in the U.K. water sector.

Water utilities in the U.K. are subject to strict water leak reduction goals set by Ofwat, the water sector regulator in England and Wales. These goals have prompted several water utilities such as NWL to upgrade their infrastructure and digitally transform their service territories by deploying Itron’s Cyble 5 solution. Deployment of the Itron water meters and Cyble 5 modules for NWL is currently underway and is expected to be completed by 2029.

As part of NWL’s Business Plan for 2025 to 2030, the utility aims to maintain its top position for customer service in the England water sector, as well as to ensure a reliable and consistent water supply for the future. To achieve this, NWL is deploying water endpoints equipped with multi-connectivity communication modules. Connected through the LoRaWAN network provided by Itron partner Connexin, the solution enables seamless communication between water customers and the utility. Water meter data is collected at hourly intervals, with 15-minute intervals between 1 and 3 a.m., to improve leakage reporting and enhance billing accuracy through precise data collection. This also enables NWL to sponsor educational campaigns that encourage consumers to reduce water usage and help create a more sustainable environment.

“Itron’s Cyble 5 solution helps Northumbrian Water empower our customers with near real-time data on their water usage, helping them make informed decisions to conserve water and reduce their bills. At the same time, it allows us to detect and repair leaks more quickly, minimise water loss and disruptions, and ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources helping to protect the environment for future generations," said Gary Adams, Head of Metering Operations at Northumbrian Water Limited. 

“Utilities continue to seek innovative ways to conserve earth’s most precious resource – water. The focus of these water initiatives tends to be around reducing leaks, especially in the U.K., where Ofwat has encouraged water utilities to reduce leaks by 50% from a 2017-18 baseline by the year 2050,” said Justin Patrick, senior vice president of Device Solutions at Itron. “Itron is supportive of these efforts to reduce leaks across the U.K. water sector. Our work with NWL, Severn Trent Water and Yorkshire Water, involves deploying over a million Itron water meters equipped with Cyble 5 across the regions. Our water solutions enable utilities to reduce non-revenue water, gain better insights into water consumption from their customers and create a modernized, efficient water operating system.”

At Connexin, we’re proud to be supporting Northumbrian Water’s digital transformation by delivering the resilient and scalable LoRaWAN® network underpinning this rollout,” said Dan Preece, vice president of Water & Utilities at Connexin. “By enabling reliable, real-time connectivity across hundreds of thousands of water meters, our infrastructure is helping NWL unlock actionable insights, reduce leakage, and build a more sustainable water system for the communities they serve. This collaboration demonstrates the power of smart infrastructure to address critical environmental challenges while enhancing customer outcomes

Cyble 5 communication modules easily transform mechanical meters into communicating devices to keep operations running smoothly — while ensuring accurate billing and maximizing revenue. To learn more, see the product brochure.

About Itron

Itron is a proven global leader in energy, water, smart city, IIoT and intelligent infrastructure services. For utilities, cities and society, we build innovative systems, create new efficiencies, connect communities, encourage conservation and increase resourcefulness. By safeguarding our invaluable natural resources today and tomorrow, we improve the quality of life for people around the world. Join us: www.itron.com.

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FAQ

What did Itron (ITRI) announce on November 18, 2025 regarding Northumbrian Water?

Itron announced a contract to deploy 330,000 Aquadis+ meters with Cyble 5 modules for Northumbrian Water, with deployment underway and completion expected by 2029.

How will the Cyble 5 deployment affect Northumbrian Water’s leakage detection?

Meters will report hourly (and every 15 minutes between 1–3 a.m.), improving leakage reporting and enabling faster leak detection and repair.

What connectivity will Itron use for the Northumbrian Water rollout (ITRI)?

The rollout will use a LoRaWAN network provided by partner Connexin to enable real-time connectivity across the meters.

Is the Northumbrian Water contract part of a larger U.K. program for Itron (ITRI)?

Yes; this is Itron’s third Cyble 5 contract in the U.K. and is cited alongside deployments with Severn Trent and Yorkshire Water totaling over one million meters.

When is the Northumbrian Water Cyble 5 deployment expected to finish?

Deployment is expected to be completed by 2029.