OREANDA-NEWS. Fitch Ratings has affirmed Northumbrian Water Limited's (NWL) Long-term Issuer Default Rating (IB) at 'BBB+' with a Stable Outlook, senior unsecured rating at 'A-' and Short-term IDR at 'F2'. It has also affirmed Northumbrian Water Finance plc's (NWF) bonds, which benefit from a guarantee from NWL, at 'A-'. Fitch has simultaneously withdrawn all ratings.

Fitch has withdrawn NWL's ratings as the issuer has chosen to stop participating in the ratings process for commercial reasons. Accordingly, Fitch will no longer provide ratings or analytical coverage for NWL.

RATING SENSITIVITIES
Not applicable due to ratings withdrawal.