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We are pleased to announce a major new strategic partnership between Scott & Fyfe and Waterline Renewal Technologies (WRT), a U.S.-based leader in trenchless pipe rehabilitation solutions headquartered in Ottawa, Illinois, USA. Under this multi-million-pound agreement, WRT has been appointed as our exclusive distributor of AlphaShield cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) liner products across the United States and Canada.
This partnership represents a significant milestone in our global growth strategy and reinforces our long-term commitment to manufacturing in Tayport, Fife. AlphaShield composite glass fibre liners will continue to be manufactured in Scotland, with stock held at WRT distribution facilities across North America to significantly reduce lead times and enhance local customer support.
Our AlphaShield technology allows damaged pipeline infrastructure to be repaired without excavation, creating highly durable, leak-resistant pipes while minimizing disruption and extending asset life. Demand for the product continues to grow across globally, with approximately 60 kilometres of liner currently shipped to around the globe, with the majority heading to the North American market —a figure we expect to increase substantially through this new agreement.
David Williams, CEO at Waterline Renewal Technologies, said:
“Scott & Fyfe has set the standard for performance, reliability and innovation in fiberglass-based CIPP solutions. This exclusive relationship is a powerful milestone for us and underscores our commitment to providing the highest quality products to contractors, municipalities and engineering firms across North America. With Scott & Fyfe’s advanced materials and our market-leading service, we are raising the bar for the entire trenchless pipe rehabilitation industry.”
Michelle Quadrelli, Managing Director, said:
“We are delighted to formalise our relationship with Waterline Renewal Technologies through this strategic partnership. It strengthens our ability to serve a wider and growing North American customer base with shorter lead times and more responsive local support, while ensuring our customers continue to receive the high-performance solutions they expect.
This agreement supports our long-term growth and export ambitions and is a strong endorsement of Scottish manufacturing. It will help safeguard jobs here in Tayport and enable us to grow our production capabilities as demand increases. Having worked closely with WRT for several years, we know they bring deep product knowledge, strong technical expertise, and a genuine commitment to customer service.”
Effective January 1, 2026, Waterline Renewal Technologies will begin offering our full range of AlphaShield CIPP liner solutions for both mainline and lateral rehabilitation through its established distribution network across the United States and Canada.
This partnership further strengthens our global footprint while reaffirming our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable infrastructure solutions worldwide.
