October 2025
Validated by Cranfield University, shortlisted by XPRIZE and partnered with Lubron – the Integro™ continues to prove its impact.
Independent Validation at Cranfield University, UK
We are delighted to share the outcomes of the independent Cranfield University Thesis Project, which has confirmed the effectiveness of the Integro™ in redefining performance in reverse osmosis (RO) and desalination systems.
Key results include:
- Increased permeability by up to 12%
- Reduction in flux decline by up to 41%
- A 30% decrease in seawater fouling
- Lower chloride and sulphate passage, delivering cleaner, lower-conductivity water
- Potential cost savings estimated at £1.22m annually in a 100,000 m³/day SWRO plant
These findings highlight how the Integro™ reduces operating costs, enhances water quality, extends membrane life, and lessens reliance on chemical treatments. We are proud to see academic validation align with our field experience.
Download the full Cranfield University White Paper here:
Sidon Water Shortlisted for the XPRIZE Water Scarcity Challenge
Sidon Water has been shortlisted in the final stages of the prestigious $119 million XPRIZE Water Scarcity Challenge, a global competition that recognises breakthrough technologies addressing the critical issue of sustainable freshwater supply.
We are participating in Track B: Novel Materials and Methods, where the Integro™ has been recognised for its potential to transform desalination efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Reaching the final stages reflects the rigorous process we have undergone, including technical assessments and peer-reviewed validation.
Learn more about the XPRIZE Water Scarcity Challenge
View Sidon Water listed among the finalists
Join Us at the Desalination Technology Expo 2025
Sidon Water will be exhibiting at the Desalination Technology Expo 2025, taking place on 4–6 November in Valencia, Spain. We are proud to be part of this leading international showcase for desalination technologies.
📍 Visit us at Stand 4195
🗓️ Don’t miss our Managing Director, Chris Rose, speaking on Wednesday 5 November. His talk will cover the Cranfield University Thesis Project findings, our involvement in the XPRIZE Water Scarcity Challenge, and how Sidon Water is redefining RO and desalination efficiency.
Strategic Partnership with Lubron
We are proud to announce our partnership with Lubron (www.lubron.co.uk), a market-leading water treatment company. Chris Rose, Managing Director at Sidon Water, has been working closely with Mark Hadaway, Managing Director of Lubron UK, to explore opportunities that combine Sidon Water’s Integro™ technology with Lubron’s advanced reverse osmosis systems.
Pilot studies are currently underway at a UK hospital, where the integration of the Integro™ with Lubron’s RO systems and their state-of-the-art monitoring solution is being tested. This collaboration is aimed at delivering the most efficient RO systems on the market, setting new benchmarks in performance and sustainability.
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