New Thames Water office supports Swindon town-centre regeneration

- Thames Water has moved its Swindon office to a new central base to further its commitment to both its people and the regeneration of the town
- Office officially opened on Tuesday 1 September with a visit from Leader of the Swindon Borough, Councillor Gary Sumner
- Sustainability at the heart of the move, with 97% of waste generated throughout the project recycled and a focus on low carbon, energy efficient solutions
Thames Water has officially opened its new office in the heart of Swindon, marking investment in the town and reinforcing the utility company's long-term commitment to its people and its customers across the area.
Nina White, Director of Customer Services at Thames Water, spoke about the new office:
“Our new Swindon office is a renewed investment in the region, our people and a commitment to the customers we serve every day. This modern workplace will help our teams collaborate and serve our customers.”
The new location, in the towncentre, will create a more accessible base for staff and community partners as well as bringing additional footfall into central Swindon e and support the town’s wider regeneration plans.
Gary Sumner, Leader of the Swindon Borough Council, visited the office on the opening day and had this to say:
“Thames Water’s decision to open a new office in the town centre is a welcome boost for Swindon. It supports our regeneration plans, brings skilled jobs into the heart of the town and strengthens the relationship between the company and the communities it serves. We’re pleased to see a major employer investing in Swindon’s future.”
The office has been designed by Overbury, who specialise in creating workplaces that encourage innovation and collaboration while also serving as foundations for long term growth. All of its projects focus on sustainability, with 97% of waste generated throughout this Thames Water project recycled.
Thames Water is currently carrying out the biggest ever upgrade to its network, with a record-breaking investment of over £20 billion to help fix leaks, reduce pollution and protect water quality.