COPEL (Companhia Paranaense de Energia) has awarded ANDRITZ two turnkey contracts for the supply and commissioning of additional generating units at the Foz do Areia and Segredo hydropower plants on the Iguaçu River in Paraná, Brazil. The combined order value is in the mid three-digit million-euro range and was included in ANDRITZ’s order intake for the first quarter of 2026. A Massive […]
In a testament to its engineering agility, Amarinth is developing four bespoke drain disposal pumps for the NLNG crude delivery pipeline at the Gbetiokun Field in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. This project further expands Amarinth’s footprint in the African energy sector while solving a critical technical challenge that had stalled progress. The Challenge: Exceptionally Low NPSH The Gbetiokun Field, located […]
In a significant step for hydropower modernization, Voith has been awarded a contract by Iberdrola Generación S.A. to upgrade two additional pump-turbines at the Torrejón pumped-storage power plant in Spain. This new agreement builds on an ongoing collaboration, following the modernization of units 3 and 4, which Voith was contracted to update in 2020. The latest contract covers the remaining two […]
The mining industry has entered a decisive decade. With 2030 looming as a critical interim milestone for carbon and water reduction targets, the pressure is on to move from ambition to action. But beneath the surface—literally and figuratively—lies a complex challenge that goes far beyond electrifying haul trucks or installing solar farms. As a new […]
Steel is the backbone of modern civilization—but it’s also responsible for ~7–9% of global CO₂ emissions. As Europe leads the charge toward industrial decarbonization, the question isn’t whether to transform steelmaking—it’s how to scale breakthrough technologies with reliability, safety, and speed. That’s why **GF **(Georg Fischer) has secured a significant order to supply specialized piping […]
Hydropower isn’t just legacy infrastructure—it’s the backbone of a resilient, low-carbon grid. And when that infrastructure reaches mid-life, smart upgrades can extend its value for decades. That’s exactly the opportunity ANDRITZ is seizing in New Zealand: a major contract to deliver comprehensive upgrades for three hydropower plants, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and grid-support capabilities for one […]
India’s renewable energy ambitions just got a major boost. ANDRITZ has been selected to supply core electromechanical equipment for the Saidongar-1 Karjat Pumped Storage Plant—a landmark 3,000 MW facility in Maharashtra that will become India’s largest pumped storage hydro project upon completion. Announced on April 21, 2026, this contract isn’t just about turbines and generators. […]
When unexpected equipment failure threatens critical wastewater infrastructure, every minute counts. At **St Nicholas Sewage Pumping Station **(SPS) in St Andrews, Scotland, a routine maintenance job turned into a high-stakes operation—but thanks to real-time digital monitoring, Scottish Water and Xylem turned potential crisis into a textbook example of adaptive, data-driven asset management. 🎯 The Challenge: […]
✨ Ensures consistent lubrication without manual intervention✨ Reduces friction-induced wear across the entire drive train✨ Extends service intervals and lowers lifecycle costs 📡 Control Flexibility: Today’s Needs, Tomorrow’s Upgrades The installed actuators feature: • Standard parallel control with 24 V DC commands• 4–20 mA position feedback for seamless SCADA integration• Profibus interface (pre-wired, ready for […]
Engine development pushes components to the limit—especially when measuring exhaust pressures in extreme heat. That’s why Kistler just leveled up its flagship 4017A miniature absolute pressure sensor with a game-changing addition: a water-cooled adapter that keeps precision intact, even when temperatures soar. 🎯 The Challenge: Accuracy in the Heat Zone Piezoresistive absolute pressure sensors are […]
The pump industry is an enormous industry and plays a critical role in almost every facet of our lives. Water supply, fire protection, oil & gas, power plants, waste water treatment, sump pumps at homes, processing chemicals, foods & pharmaceuticals, and many more.
