Thought Leaders

Dr. Chris Digman

Technical Director, Europe-Africa Region

Dr Chris Digman is a Chartered Civil Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers who has worked for over 18 years in the water and wastewater industry. He is a nationally recognized Technical Leader in the field of Urban Drainage specializing in flood risk management, pollution control, sewer solid movement and wastewater and stormwater management. Over the last 10 years his work has significantly influenced stormwater management practices in the UK and beyond writing industry leading guidance with CIRIA and shaping urban drainage research programs. As technical director at MWH for urban drainage, he is responsible for providing thought leadership, developing and sharing knowledge and new ideas, strategically supporting work across the UK and influencing the wider water industry. He has published over 40 papers in conferences and journals and 20 thought leadership pieces.

In the News:

A Step Change on the Streets

Flood Preparedness is Increasing but at Variable Rates

Managing Urban Flooding

Realising the Wider Benefits of Managing Surface Water

Urban Flooding-Creating Spaces in Places