
S1E Ltd has announced a new strategic partnership with Hermes Technologie Ltd to bring the innovative M‑Coating System to the UK drainage industry.
The collaboration marks an important step for S1E Ltd as it expands its portfolio of trenchless rehabilitation and infrastructure repair solutions, enabling contractors to deliver high-performance manhole and chamber rehabilitation with a proven coating technology.
Developed by Hermes Technologie, the M-Coating System is designed specifically for the rehabilitation and protection of manholes, shafts, and underground structures, offering a durable solution for restoring deteriorated assets and extending their operational life.
Across ageing drainage networks in the UK, many manholes and chambers suffer from corrosion, structural degradation, infiltration, and chemical attack. The M-Coating System provides a robust coating solution that restores and protects these structures while minimising disruption.
The system has been engineered to deliver:
By providing a durable protective layer, the system helps prevent infiltration and further structural deterioration, supporting long-term asset management for drainage networks.

The partnership with Hermes Technologie Ltd forms part of S1E Ltd’s ongoing commitment to supplying innovative technologies for drainage, sewer, and trenchless rehabilitation projects.
By adding the M-Coating System to its product offering, S1E will provide UK contractors with a dedicated solution for manhole refurbishment and underground structure protection, complementing existing solutions used in pipeline rehabilitation.
Commenting on the new partnership, Terry Ingleby, Director from S1E Ltd said:
“We’re incredibly excited to be partnering with Hermes to introduce the M-Coating System to the UK market. Manhole rehabilitation is a critical part of maintaining drainage infrastructure, and this system offers contractors a high-performance solution that combines durability with efficient application. At S1E, we’re always looking for innovative technologies that help our customers deliver reliable results, and this partnership represents another important step forward in expanding our trenchless rehabilitation offering.”
Altug Özkan, International Sales Manager from Hermes Technologie Ltd added:
“We are delighted to collaborate with S1E as our partner in the UK. Their strong reputation within the drainage and trenchless rehabilitation sector makes them an ideal partner to introduce the M-Coating System to contractors across the region. Together, we look forward to supporting the industry with advanced solutions for sustainable manhole rehabilitation.”
With ageing infrastructure placing increasing demands on asset owners and contractors, solutions that extend the life of existing assets while reducing disruption are becoming increasingly important.
Through this new partnership, S1E Ltd and Hermes Technologie aim to deliver innovative, reliable, and practical solutions for manhole rehabilitation, helping contractors maintain and protect underground infrastructure more effectively.