SOUTH West Water’s parent company, Pennon, is celebrating after having placed third for representation of women in management positions.

The company ranked third in the FTSE Women Leaders Review 2025 report.

Pennon say that the placement marks another ‘significant achievement’ in its ‘ongoing commitment to championing diversity, inclusion, and gender equality in leadership roles.’

The report ranks the best performers within the entire FTSE 250 by their representation of women on boards and in executive management.

Pennon is one of the select few FTSE-listed businesses where women on the board outnumber their male counterparts.

Adele Barker, Chief People Officer at Pennon, said: ‘There is a reason why one of our internal values is to "Be You".

‘We are not just creating a workplace; we’re focused on creating an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background.

‘We believe in uniting the best minds, embracing diverse perspectives, and championing change from the top to create a legacy in the regions we serve.’