Supporting UK Water Companies with Safe, Compliant Biosolids Recycling
FGS Utilities is a trusted provider of biosolids land spreading services, delivering safe, efficient and fully compliant recycling solutions for water companies across the UK.
With more than 20 years’ experience supporting Thames Water and our recent appointment to a new biosolids spreading contract with Anglian Water, we have developed a proven track record of delivering reliable contract services across large operational areas.
Working in partnership with water companies and their stakeholders, we provide professional spreading operations that support sustainable recycling while ensuring compliance, operational efficiency and positive relationships with the farming community.
A Trusted Delivery Partner
FGS Utilities has built long-standing relationships with major UK water companies by consistently delivering reliable, responsive and compliant services.
Our experience includes:
- Over 20 years delivering biosolids spreading services for Thames Water
- Recently awarded a new biosolids spreading contract with Anglian Water
- Experienced in delivering both planned programmes and reactive operational support
- Flexible resources to respond to seasonal demand and changing operational requirements
Our teams understand the operational challenges faced by water companies and work closely with contract managers, transport providers, land teams and farmers to ensure programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and on schedule.
Modern Specialist Fleet
Significant investment in specialist machinery enables FGS Utilities to deliver efficient biosolids spreading whilst minimising environmental impact.
Our fleet includes:
- Self-propelled biosolids spreaders
- Low ground pressure (LGP) tyres to minimise soil compaction
- GPS guidance systems for accurate application
- High-capacity spreading equipment for efficient operations
- Additional machinery available to support peak seasonal demand
Our modern fleet enables accurate application while helping maintain soil health and protecting field conditions.
Safe, Compliant Operations
Compliance sits at the heart of every biosolids spreading programme we undertake.
We carefully plan each operation to ensure the correct equipment is used for individual sites, taking into account field size, soil conditions, access routes and prevailing weather conditions.
FGS Utilities operates an integrated management system covering health and safety, quality and environmental management, supported by digital workflows and paperless reporting systems that provide accurate records and operational visibility throughout every project.
Our experienced teams remain up to date with industry guidance and regulatory requirements, ensuring every operation is carried out safely, responsibly and in accordance with current legislation.
Experienced Operators
Our experienced operators have extensive knowledge of agricultural operations, biosolids management and working alongside farmers.
We recognise that successful biosolids recycling depends upon effective communication between water companies, contractors and landowners. Our teams work closely with everyone involved to ensure spreading programmes are delivered efficiently while respecting farming operations and local requirements.
With many long-serving employees and ongoing investment in training, we continue to deliver a professional, knowledgeable service that our customers can rely upon.
Our Biosolids Services
FGS Utilities provides a complete biosolids land spreading service, including:
Loading
Our fleet of 360° excavators is used to load biosolids efficiently while minimising ground disturbance. Specialist sludge buckets enable fast loading and help maintain tidy stockpile areas.
Land Spreading
Using modern self-propelled spreaders fitted with low ground pressure tyres and GPS guidance technology, we accurately apply biosolids in accordance with application plans and regulatory requirements, helping maximise efficiency while protecting soil structure.
Pyrolysis:
An emerging biosolids treatment technology, gaining relevance amid growing concerns over nutrient runoff and microplastic contamination in soils when used in agriculture. While costly to install and maintain, it produces large amounts of clean energy with minimal ash by-product.
