Hydro Intl Share Discussion Threads

[sg31] 21/1/2008 21:32

Nuff said.That way you never have to admit making mistakes.Personally i make mistakes all the time and i still manage to make money.

[williebiz] 21/1/2008 21:18

I never reveal my shareholdings.

HYD has been hyped something rotten. Good share. Great share! In a sweetspot.

This kind of rethink makes investors have another look at valuation, though.

[sg31] 21/1/2008 21:15

I see you didn't comment on whether you hold or not.I assume that means you don't.

[williebiz] 21/1/2008 21:10

Well looks like 110-120p is coming soon so that's an easy 25% downside from here: if it turns out to be true you'd be better off out; if not, you'd be better off holding.

[sg31] 21/1/2008 21:05

Willie,If thats the case get out now.....If your not in why bother posting.Or do you think you have some special insight you must share with the us idiots

[williebiz] 21/1/2008 20:43

I'd be loth to be in HYD right now - richly valued, got a bit ahead of itself.

[nhb] 21/1/2008 20:39

OK. Just saw the markets (!) so maybe you're right. Grim whatever the reason.

[gac100] 21/1/2008 15:13

AIM down 7.5% this year : HYD down 7.5% - really is just down to the general market malaise

[nhb] 21/1/2008 14:33

Crikey, did I miss a profit warning? Share price is incredibly weak given the absence (yet?) of bad news. Is this really just down to the general market malaise?

Rivaldo, have you spoken to the FD lately?

[2020hindsight] 14/1/2008 14:06

Hi Rivaldo,

Hydro seem to be doing all the right things, the business is doing well and expanding, regular new orders etc etc.

But, despite that we've seen a significant fall in the last 5 months.

How long do you think it will be before the market recognises Hydro's full potential ?

[rivaldo] 13/1/2008 10:12

The big contract win is getting some external coverage:



Meanwhile, an interesting new collaboration:



"Job Vacancy Details

RESEARCH ASSISTANT- THE LIVERPOOL CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY AND HYDRO INTERNATIONAL
£18,165 - £21,682
Initial one year fixed contract

Reference: B7397IN
Building on previous projects between LJMU and Hydro International, a leading supplier of technologies for stormwater and wastewater management, you will work on the development of physical and biological treatment systems, with a view to identifying opportunities for enhancement. Extensive experimentation will be conducted at both LJMU and possibly a municipal wastewater treatment site. Mathematical modelling will be used to develop the findings into tools that can be applied in full-scale design. A background in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field and knowledge of wastewater treatment principles and mathematical modelling will be a distinct advantage. Above all a practical individual who can manage the full research process, from designing and constructing test facilities, through to carrying out testing and interpreting and presenting the results is sought. There may be opportunities to register for a higher degree, subject to funding availability. Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Rafid Alkhaddar, School of the Built Environment, Liverpool John Moores University, The Peter Jost Centre Byrom Street, Liverpool L3 3AF Tel: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] Application is by application form. The application form, equal opportunities form and job description/person specification details can be downloaded from this website, alternatively complete the on-line request form below for a hardcopy to be sent in the post.

Closing date: 31 Jan 2008"

[rivaldo] 11/1/2008 07:53

Well, the above news has set the market alight hasn't it!

Anyway, seems like the Irish subsidiary is getting its act together. There's some new news on the web site, including this - though what a balding old prog rocker knows about water technologies is anyone's guess....



"HRD presents paper at IEMA Irish Branch Seminar titled
Download file [257.46KB]
01-Dec-2007

Phil Collins - Director of HRD Technologies LTD will be presenting a paper entitled "The use of sediment removal systems in SUDS" at the forthcoming IEMA Irish Branch Regional Seminar titled "Are SUDS the Answer for Drainage?" at the GSI, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 on the 12th December 2007.

The speakers from this event draw from a wide variety of experience, particularly from Ireland, the UK and Scotland and the intention of the seminar is to generate some debate on the use of SUDS particularly with respect to environmental impact in an Irish context."

[rivaldo] 09/1/2008 13:55

I suppose the above deal isn't large enough to RNS (not over 10% of turnover), but it's still a hell of a contract win in relation to £20m annual turnover.

More news - note the new rainwater collection harvesting product for commercial properties and the flood prevention products:



"Hydro Showcases Sustainable Stormwater Solutions at Ecobuild - Stand E252
03-Jan-2008

Hydro International's range of sustainable stormwater drainage and control solutions will be demonstrated on Stand E252 at Ecobuild 2008, 26-28 February Earls Court. New Hydro initiatives for 2008 include innovative sustainable drainage techniques, a wider range of rainwater harvesting solutions, and sustainable solutions to flooding and Water Framework Directive requirements.

Hydro is launching the StormBank™ Pro commercial rainwater harvesting system, extended from the successful StormBank™ domestic rainwater harvesting system. The new system reinforces the message of the Save The Rain™ campaign, aimed at persuading Government to include rainwater recycling in the Building Regulations for new buildings of any size (www.savetherain.info).

Additional exhibits include the modular Stormcell® and Stormbloc® storage and infiltration systems. These are now being installed in major building and commercial developments across the UK as part of the increased pressure for stormwater control within the framework of the water management cycle as well as at source flood prevention.

Also on show will be the latest designs of Hydro's widely used Hydro-Brake® Vortex Flow Control systems, offering low maintenance stormwater runoff control capacity from housing developments to major area catchment and flood prevention schemes. Hydro's integrated approach to dealing with stormwater extends from rainwater harvesting through flow control and SUDS systems to wastewater treatment."

[rivaldo] 08/1/2008 11:42

Helloooooo.....no RNS then? Maybe to be announced along with a trading update?



"Hydro International Receives $1.8M Grit-Removal Deal, Largest in Company's History
07-Jan-2008

Hydro International today announced the receipt of its largest contract for grit-removal systems ever – a $1.8 million deal with the City of Clearwater, Fla.

Hydro will supply the Gulf Coast city with five Grit King® advanced hydrodynamic separator units to upgrade the grit-removal processes at two of Clearwater's three wastewater treatment plants. The 12-foot diameter Grit King units will replace the existing high-energy vortex grit removal systems at the plants.

The purchase came as part of a larger initiative to upgrade the headworks at Clearwater's Marshall Street and East Advanced Pollution Control Facilities.

"We are extremely proud the City of Clearwater has seen the value Hydro International's Grit King can provide in terms of grit-removal efficiency," said Neil Raymond, Hydro's General Manager of wastewater operations. "Grit that is not captured in the process degrades the machinery in a wastewater treatment plant at an alarming rate. Clearwater's investment in new equipment and new processes shows a level of foresight that will serve constituents well." "

[rivaldo] 03/1/2008 14:22

Intriguing news, particularly about the "plans for export expansion and business acquisitions"....



"January 03, 2008 09:00 AM Eastern Time
Hydro International Promotes Chris Williams to Chief Operating Officer for U.S. and European Operations

Industry Veteran Steps into Newly Created Position as Part of Reorganization Aimed at Continuing Momentum in Stormwater, Wastewater Industries

PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hydro International, a leading provider of environmentally sustainable products and innovative solutions that control and treat stormwater, wastewater and combined sewer overflows, today announced the promotion of Chris Williams to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the company's European and U.S. business divisions.

Williams, with 20 years experience in the civil engineering and water sector, most recently served as Managing Director of Hydro International (EU) and as a main board director of Hydro International Plc. He will report to Hydro Chief Executive Officer Steve Hides and will work out of offices in Hydro's U.S. headquarters in Portland, Maine, and European headquarters in Clevedon in the U.K.

With Williams assuming day-to-day control of Hydro's European and U.S. units, Hides will shift his focus to the strategic growth of Hydro's business and, in particular, on the company's plans for export expansion and business acquisitions.

"We created the new position of COO to respond to the Group's expansion in recent years and maintain the continuous improvement of our core operating units while we identify and develop other opportunities to accelerate our overall rate of growth," Hides said.

Williams is a member of the government's Water Sector Advisory Group made up of key industry professionals to advise government on an international strategy for the water sector. He also serves as a board member of British Water, the trade association representing the water industry supply chain. He was responsible for establishing the Sustainable Drainage (SUDS) Group within British Water to act as a voice for the industry within SUDS development.

Williams is currently chairman of the UK Rainwater Harvesting Association. He is also an executive committee member of Aqua Europa, the Pan European water trade association.

About Hydro International

Hydro International, based in Portland, Maine, is a leading provider of environmentally sustainable products and innovative solutions that control and treat stormwater, wastewater and combined sewer overflows, utilizing award-winning advanced vortex and complementary technologies. The company has more than 25 years experience working with municipalities, environmental regulators, engineers, contractors and land developers, and more than 40 years experience researching the development of leading-edge products targeting wet-weather issues. It has international offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Clevedon and Ely in the U.K."

[p0lzeath] 27/12/2007 07:34

MPs are conducting a far-reaching inquiry into the future of the water industry which will examine everything from flood defences to industry financing and climate change.

[rivaldo] 26/12/2007 23:12

Hope you had a good one NHB and all here. HYD is always volatile - that volatility will speed HYD's rise on further good news.

I've just received this alert - HYD's increasing their recurring revenues from maintenance income will go down extremely well in the investment community:



"Hydro International adds maintenance services to stormwater control portfolio
• Partnership with Drainage Protection Systems demonstrates commitment to environmentally sustainable solutions

PORTLAND, ME, Dec. 10, 2007 -- Hydro International, a leading provider of environmentally sustainable products and innovative solutions that control and treat stormwater, wastewater and combined sewer overflows, today announced plans to expand its service portfolio to offer maintenance contracts for its stormwater control implementations.

Hydro has reached a deal to subcontract its stormwater maintenance support services to Drainage Protection Systems (Murietta, CA). This is the first formal arrangement Hydro has entered into to offer maintenance of its stormwater products.

Regular maintenance of stormwater treatment devices is crucial to the continued optimal performance of treatment systems. Without maintenance, a treatment device will fill to capacity with captured pollutants and then be unable to capture any additional pollutants.

"At Hydro International, we are committed to providing products that not only help sustain the environment as a whole but also prove to be long-term sustainable solutions for the customers themselves," said David Mongeau, General Manager of Hydro's U.S. Stormwater Division. "This maintenance contract demonstrates our commitment to the sustainability of our products. If they are going to be sustainable long term solutions, they need maintenance."

Maintenance of stormwater control systems tends to vary from site to site and from region to region. Few regulatory agencies require regular maintenance, and in most locations such services are conducted at the goodwill of the owner.

"We find many private developers, site operators and municipalities don't invest in proper maintenance because they lack the resources to conduct the maintenance themselves," said Gary Jones, vice president of Drainage Protection Systems. "Working with Hydro International, we can provide a cost-effective, strategic set of services that will contribute to the viability of specific projects for years to come."

Hydro's stormwater products are designed to control, store and treat stormwater runoff. Key products include the Hydro Downstream Defender®, an advanced vortex separator that increases removal efficiency and prevents pollution washout; the Stormcell® storage and infiltration system, which serves deep, irregularly shaped or space-constrained sites; the Up-Flo™ Filter, a high-capacity filtration system used for the control of sediments, nutrients, metals and hydrocarbons; and the Reg-U-Flo® Vortex Valve, a passive flow control device that site designers use to prevent upstream and downstream flooding.

Hydro International, based in Portland, Maine, is a leading provider of environmentally sustainable products and innovative solutions that control and treat stormwater, wastewater and combined sewer overflows, utilizing award-winning advanced vortex and complementary technologies."

[nhb] 24/12/2007 09:41

Not the best Xmas present in the way of Hydro share price movement. This is a very frustrating stock at times. Merry Xmas and happy new year to all Hydro watchers...

[rivaldo] 23/12/2007 10:24

Ta gac, and a merry Xmas from me too to all here.

Peculiar goings-on late on Friday - someone was obviously short of dosh for Xmas presents :o)) They chose the worst possible time to sell - late on a Friday before Xmas the MMs were always going to mug them, and the seller(s) was well and truly robbed by accepting 182p then 177p!

[gac100] 19/12/2007 15:04

The good news just keeps on flowing - thanks for all the updates through the past year Riv ...

... A merry christmas to all HYD holders and best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2008.

[rivaldo] 19/12/2007 14:57

News from the USA:



"Hydro International Signs Thompson Culvert Co. to Distribute Stormwater Products in St. Louis and Midwest
18-Dec-2007

Hydro International today announced an agreement with Thompson Culvert Co. of Hazelwood, Mo., to distribute Hydro stormwater control products.

Thompson, a full-service distributor of heavy-duty steel drainage components, water control devices and a range of associated products, will act as the licensed distributor of Hydro stormwater flow control and treatment solutions in Missouri, Illinois, northern Arkansas, western Kentucky, western Tennessee, northeast Oklahoma and southeast Kansas.

The agreement marks the first time in Hydro International's 25-year history that the company has had direct sales or distribution coverage in most of the territory. Hydro received a business boost earlier this month in the region when the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District approved the use of Hydro's Up-Flo™ Filter as a best management practice for redevelopment and highway project sites in the district's 92 municipalities, including the city of St. Louis.

"In recent years, communities have devoted more resources to removing pollutants from their stormwater flows, and they're seeing the benefits in the form of improved water quality," said David Mongeau, General Manager of Hydro International's U.S. Stormwater Division. "We see a strong business opportunity providing high-quality stormwater treatment and flow-control solutions in the Midwest and the South. Thompson Culvert has established a strong reputation, and we look forward to working with the staff best serve the residents of this region."

"Here at Thompson Culvert, we have seen how urbanization has greatly increased stormwater runoff in our region, and we've successfully worked with communities to develop detention systems to deal with the problem," said Scott Thompson, President of Thompson Culvert. "Partnering with Hydro International, we look forward to developing new facets of our stormwater business, providing outside-the-box solutions to flooding and stormwater treatment challenges."

Hydro representatives recently discussed the benefits of their stormwater control technologies at the StormCon Workshops St. Louis conference in St. Louis."

[garth] 19/12/2007 14:03

CR,

I made the same mistake when I first looked at them - confusing layout.

G.

[cockneyrebel] 12/12/2007 17:29

Hi Garth.

I don't have an issue with the eps, I just wanted to make sure those are the correct forecasts I'm looking at.

I can see the numbers I referred to are growth figures, wasn't familar with that Times online layout but can see that now - ta.

CR