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flag South West Water, owned by Pennon Group, returns to profit in 2025-26 despite extreme heat, with major pollution reductions and strong financial performance.

flag Pennon Group, parent company of South West Water, reports a strong return to profitability for 2025-26 despite record summer heat increasing water demand. flag The FTSE 250 firm maintains resilient supplies, expects a 60% year-on-year earnings rise with deferred revenues, and remains on track to meet financial targets. flag Progress on its £3.2 billion Ofwat-approved investment plan has driven environmental improvements, including a 50% drop in storm overflow spills and halved pollution incidents over eight months. flag This follows a £24 million penalty for wastewater spills. flag CEO Susan Davy highlighted ongoing pollution reduction and customer service gains, noting the search for her successor is underway after her retirement announcement.

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