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Register for our upcoming webinar | Fish Pass Design: Balancing Ecological Needs and Flood Risk > Integrated hydrological and hydraulic modelling Accelerate your project delivery using a fast, accurate and fully integrated flood modelling solution Register for webinar 1/3 Accurately model multiple sources of flooding within one software solution Rivers and coasts Surface water Drainage systems Accurately model water levels and flows in open channels, floodplains, reservoirs, estuaries and coastal areas Quickly calculate water depth, velocity and flow paths using our powerful 2D solvers Confidently model sewer and other urban drainage systems and how they interact with surface flows Read more > Read more > Read more > End-to-end hydrological analysis From real-time data collection and insightful visualisation to precise catchment schematisation, Hydrology+ spans every stage. Fully integrated WINFAP and ReFH2 analysis, ensures accurate reconciliation of methods and seamless application of hydrology, across all your projects. Find out more Perfectly suited to Build and run large, detailed models fast Read more Quickly undertake Flood Risk Assessments Read more Assess the impact of climate change Read more Deliver flood forecasts, warnings and alerts Read more Everything you need Fast. Accurate. Robust. Cost-effective. Trusted. Easy to use. Integrated. Supported. Explore the features Customer testimonial What our customers say "AECOM have been using Flood Modeller for over 25 years for a wide range of engineering and environmental applications. The software fullfils our key requirements of being fast, stable and accurate." "The use of Flood Modeller proved invaluable to the project and allowed flood risk to be assessed with a high degree of confidence." "Flood Modeller was the standout choice for multiple reasons including its widespread adoption throughout the industry, its powerful capabilities, and user-friendly interface." ​Read more from our users > Read our case studies National Real-Time Flood Forecasting Learn how the Environment Agency and Jacobs worked together to create the Flood Incident Mapper platform. Read more > Improving your 2D urban flood modelling Learn how our 2D modelling helped with the delivery and commissioning before the opening of the EXPO in Dubai. Read more > Accelerating integrated 1D-2D modelling Learn how Flood Modeller has been used to simulate combined fluvial and direct rainfall flooding in the Parramatta River, Sydney, Australia. Read more >

Fish Pass Design: Balancing Ecological Needs and Flood Risk Tuesday 19th November | 12 PM GMT In this webinar, our presenter will focus on two sites located on an upland stream in South Wales, for which Binnies designed fish passes as part of a wider project commissioned by Natural Resources Wales. Register now Accounting for residual uncertainty in flood modelling Wednesday 4th December | 12 PM GMT In this webinar, our presenters will cover the importance of residual uncertainty, introduce the new guidance documents and through discussion of a practical example highlight how Flood Modeller can be used to increase efficiencies. Register now Optimising Scheme Design: Modelling for Regular and Drought Conditions Wednesday 11th December | 12 PM GMT Join our upcoming webinar to learn about the non-flood and drought condition modelling work undertaken for the design of the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme, Phase 2 (LFAS2). Register now Hydrology Essentials: From Theory to Practice Wednesday 5th February | 12 PM GMT Undertaking hydrological analysis is crucial for accurate and reliable hydraulic modelling. This webinar will guide you through the application of hydrology in hydraulic modelling. Register now Safeguarding Reservoirs: Advanced Flood Routing Solutions Tuesday 25th February | 12 PM GMT In this webinar, our presenter will cover the development of the reservoir modelling process, from simple rapid analysis to sophisticated hydrodynamic models and discuss the representation of key structures such as overflows, spillways, by-wash channels, and catchwater transfers. Register now Mastering 1D-2D Modelling: A Beginner’s Guide In this webinar, Frances Fowden, provides an introduction to 1D-2D modelling using Flood Modeller. You will gain valuable insights into the software and its latest features, including the extensive range of structures, GIS interface, and Hydrology+. Watch now Damage calculations using Flood Modeller In this webinar, Stephen Bilby, Senior Flood Risk Analyst at Jacobs, provides an overview of Damage Calculator input datasets, operation and outputs, allowing you to better understand the economic damage caused by a flood event. Watch now Unify your flood modelling In this webinar, Adam Parkes demonstrates how Flood Platform allows you to unify your flood modelling, whether you’re using Flood Modeller, TUFLOW or other hydraulic modelling software. Watch now Applying rainfall methods to a 2D model In this webinar, Adam Parkes demonstrates the extensive range of options available in Flood Modeller to estimate extreme rainfall, apply this seamlessly to your model and visualise results. Watch now Data integrations in Flood Modeller In this webinar, Gavin Lewis, Fathom’s Head of Engineering, introduces their award-winning Global Flood Map. Adam Parkes, Flood Modeller’s Technical Director, then provides a live demonstration of the Fathom Global Flood Map integration within Flood Modeller. Watch now Hydraulic Modelling for Habitat Creation While advances in hydraulic modelling are making complex models more accessible, sometimes a simplified approach is more suitable for rapid testing and answering the question “will it work?”. Watch now What's new in Hydrology+ Learn more about the key features available in Hydrology+ as part of the release of Flood Modeller 7.1. Watch now 5 tools to boost your 2D modelling Flood Modeller offers an array of tools to enhance your 2D modelling experience and accelerate your project delivery. In this webinar, Elliot demonstrates 5 tools to boost your 2D modelling. Watch now Simple hacks to win at 1D river modelling Georgina Palmer, Hydraulic Modeller at Jacobs, presents an insightful session where she delves into practical tips and tricks to elevate your river modelling skills. Watch now Unexpected flooding - The impact of extreme weather events In this webinar, our experts discuss how extreme rainfall can affect urban developments and demonstrate how Flood Modeller can be used to quickly and easily assess flood risk caused by potential flash flooding. Watch now How better use of hydrological data can improve flood analysis In this webinar, we cover the main challenges linked to hydrological data including quality, uncertainty, climate change and management. Our expert presenter shares best practices and illustrates how integration and innovation are advancing to better access and manage hydrological data. Watch on-demand Options appraisal for flood risk management This webinar gives you an overview of options appraisal as part of flood risk management. Using a real-life case study, it illustrates why options appraisal is so important and how it can be carried out for a positive outcome and how Flood Modeller can help you appraise and compare the benefits and costs of each option. Watch on-demand Quantifying Residual Uncertainty in modelling In this webinar, our expert provides an overview of the UK guidance on quantifying residual uncertainty in modelling. He uses case studies to demonstrate how the guidance can be applied, discusses its impact on scheme design and appraisal, areas of potential improvement and the challenges this presents to the industry. Watch on-demand Flood modelling at Toddbrook Reservoir In this webinar, our expert demonstrates how they used Flood Modeller following the safety incident at Toddbrook Reservoir in August 2019. Find out how an initial hydraulic model was developed following the incident and how the uncertainties in the modelling were communicated to better manage the immediate risks to the community downstream. Watch on-demand Introduction to 1D river and 2D modelling This webinar serves as an introduction to Flood Modeller, showcasing its capabilities for 1D river modelling and 2D modelling. It highlights its features for simulating a wide range of hydraulic structures, accurate representation of surface water behaviour, and its ability to model complex scenarios involving multiple 2D domains. Watch on-demand Evaluating climate change impacts using Flood Modeller In this webinar, our expert showcases how Flood Modeller enables you to confidently understand flood risk and develop optimal solutions to manage the impacts of climate change. Watch on-demand Webinars

Flood Modeller’s Hydrology+ module, first launched in November 2023, revolutionises the hydrological analysis workflow by digitising it, bringing greater consistency, repeatability, and easy adoption of the latest methods. Hydrology+  encompasses all stages of hydrological analysis, including: Data Collection and Visualisation Catchment Schematisation WINFAP and ReFH2 Analysis Reconciliation of Methods Application of Hydrology Reporting The latest version of Flood Modeller, 7.2, now integrates extended flow and level gauge data from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency's time series data service API along with the data already available from the National River Flow Archive API.  With Flood Modeller 7.2, you can now view gauges across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland directly on the map. This enhancement provides hydrologists and hydraulic modellers with seamless access to essential data for hydrological analysis, no matter where you are in the UK. Upgrade today! Existing Users: visit the downloads section  on our website to upgrade to the latest version. New Users:  Try Flood Modeller with a free 14-day trial

Robert Donegan, Principal User Experience Designer for Flood Products at Jacobs Introduction This year’s user conference was an outstanding success! As a user advocate, it was essential for me to attend, connect, and discuss with our community the challenges and opportunities they face. Being close to our users makes our design choices more authentic and impactful. This conference showcased a wealth of creativity—people brimming with ideas to tackle even the most niche project challenges. It was inspiring to witness their resilience and ingenuity in crafting unique, often unexpected, solutions. Setting the scene The atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming, with attendees eager to engage and the steering team excited to share and discuss case studies and ideas. A variety of sessions kept everyone involved, including interactive workshops, previews of upcoming features, live demos, and discussions covering the unique challenges faced by modellers, economists, government agencies, and more. One memorable presentation on culvert fish pass solutions demonstrated how enhancing natural habitats can be more sustainable than traditional "grey" solutions. It was eye-opening to see how the most aesthetically pleasing solutions often prove to be the most robust and long-lasting. We’re extremely proud that Flood Modeller enables this kind of work - a remarkable achievement for all involved. Main themes & industry insights Key themes included data management, task automation, collaboration between modellers and stakeholders, industry regulations, and the impact of climate change. File management and data security were also critical topics. Model management emerged as a major concern, particularly around secure storage, with some ground-breaking projects burdened by model files reaching into the tens of terabytes! Collaboration was another central theme - how can modellers and clients work effectively within tight deadlines and budgets? Our latest innovation, Flood Platform , has real potential to foster transformative change in this area. Above all, users expressed a desire for greater control, transparency, and contextual understanding, both now and in the future. From listening to attendees, it’s clear how pivotal their work is to clients and the wider community. The decisions made by this industry affect us all, so equipping modellers to tackle ever-greater challenges is critical. Key takeaways from sessions Throughout the two days, there were countless insightful moments. Presentations on natural flood management and others highlighted how aesthetics can also be a primary benefit when innovative solutions arise through interdisciplinary collaboration. Comments like, “This is game-changing!” echoed throughout the sessions, along with engaged questions and insights that reflected the innovative spirit of this community. UX prototyping workshop I had the chance to run a UX workshop, which received a highly positive response. The activities demonstrated the reasoning behind design choices modellers and designers make, sparking lively discussion. I was thrilled by the number of participants in both sessions, especially since the workshop was a relatively late addition to the conference line up. It was incredibly satisfying to see participants hang their work gallery-style, silently observing each other’s ideas. Over 40 attendees submitted concepts, some closely aligned with features on our roadmap, providing crucial validation for the improvements we’re investing in. Some of the unique ideas presented practical solutions that we’d love to incorporate, and I’m grateful to the participants for their insight and engagement. Networking & community spirit A strong sense of community permeated the event, with everyone sharing experiences and challenges in a supportive environment where they could explore solutions together. Attendees provided glowing feedback on our presentations and workshops, with many expressing interest in more interactive sessions in the future. This close-knit industry atmosphere was clear, whether among colleagues, collaborators, or admirers of each other’s work. There is a genuine eagerness to learn and grow together. Looking ahead The insights gained at the conference helped us solidify our goals for several key features under development, strengthening our approach with real-world scenarios and user input. We’re looking forward to providing early access to Flood Platform for interested users, as well as launching Flood Modeller v8.0 early next year, incorporating many of the requests shared at this year’s conference. I’m excited for continued collaboration with our valued users, helping them deliver higher quality, ground breaking work for their clients and communities. Conclusion This year’s user conference was a resounding success for me personally and for the entire team. Our users are the driving force and inspiration behind our progress, and I’m already looking forward to next year’s event which is taking place on 8th-9th October in Leeds. Register for Flood Modeller 2025 today! If you’re interested in contributing to our products or taking part in early alpha/beta releases, please don't hesitate to reach out . We’re dedicated to ensuring you’re heard and getting the very best from our software. Robert Donegan Rob is a Principal User Experience Designer in the Flood Products team at Jacobs, boasting over 15 years of expertise in the creative and digital realms. With a keen emphasis on visual and user experience design, Robert is committed to enhancing user lives by leveraging a blend of innovative interface design and technological advancements for enduring impact. Robert.Donegan@Jacobs.com

We are excited to announce the release of Flood Modeller 7.2, which includes new features and enhancements designed to improve your hydrological analysis and streamline your workflow. Key Features in Version 7.2 1. Access to Flow and Level Gauge Data in Scotland (via SEPA) Flood Modeller now includes flow and level gauge data from Scotland, provided by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA). This data is integrated with existing gauges from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, accessible through the Hydrology+  functionality. This comprehensive dataset supports hydrological analyses across the entire UK. 2. Enhanced FATHOM Data Viewing  Building on the introduction of Fathom flood map  data in version 7.1, we have introduced several new features to enhance data viewing: Elevation Conversion:  Users can now convert dataset elevations from centimetres to metres during the download process. Format Options: The download process now includes an option to convert GeoTIFFs to ASCII format for better compatibility with varying opacity settings. Improved Colour Ramps:  A Fathom-specific colour ramp is now available to exclude missing data and highlight positive depth variations.   3. Hydrology+ Compatibility with Latest Peak Flow Database Hydrology+ has been updated to seamlessly utilise data from the latest Peak Flow database (v13) released by the National River Flow Archive/UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology . This update includes new file naming conventions and format changes, ensuring compatibility with sub-versions 13.02 and 13.03.   4. Enhanced Hydrology+ Database Installation The installation process for the Hydrology+ database system has been improved to ensure seamless setup and accessibility for registered users. An enhanced utility tool now runs automatically during installation.   5. Minor Enhancements and Bug Fixes Version 7.2 includes over 30 enhancements and bug fixes to improve workflows further and address any reported issues. This includes a rationalised toolbox and removal of legacy tools. These updates will enhance your experience with Flood Modeller, providing more robust tools and features for your projects. For more information on the new features and enhancements, please visit our release notes . Upgrade today! Existing Users visit the downloads section  on our website to upgrade to the latest version. New Users Try Flood Modeller with a free 14-day trial