WEG announced the signing of agreements to acquire Volt Electric Motors (“Volt”), a Turkish manufacturer of industrial and commercial electric motors, a subsidiary of the Saya Group. The acquisition value is US$ 88 million (Enterprise Value – EV), to be paid after the transaction is completed, subject to common price adjustments for this type of […]
Northumbrian Water, which supplies water to 2.7 million people in north-east England, is aiming for an 8% reduction in leakage in AMP8 – 2025-30 – with a long-term target of 55% by 2050, from its 2017/18 baseline, writes Paul Holt, Ovarro leakage product specialist The company’s revised draft Water Resources Management Plan 2024 says innovation […]
Inflow of stormwater and infiltration of groundwater into wastewater systems is a constant operational challenge for managers. Now, Håbo municipality in Sweden is tackling the challenge head-on with an innovative digital approach, says Adam Wood, chief product officer at water analytics company Infotiles. Water utility managers in Håbo, a small municipality north-west of the Swedish […]
Trials of a cutting-edge fats, oils and grease (FOG) Recovery Hub at Yorkshire Water’s wastewater treatment works in Hull, UK, are helping the utility improve environmental performance while lowering costs, says Chris Clemes, chief executive of engineering technology company EcoClarity. Sewer blockages are a major concern in the UK, with an estimated 200,000 occurring annually, […]
he Shareholders’ Committee of Voith Management GmbH has appointed Dirk Hoke as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA, effective April 1, 2025, at the latest. He succeeds the long-standing President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Toralf Haag, who left the company on Aug. 31, 2024. Until the start of […]
Investors include Microsoft, through their Climate Innovation Fund, as anchor investor, Starbucks, and Xylem as strategic investors, alongside Ecolab, Reckitt, Gap Inc., and others, with the goal of reaching 15 million people globally with access to safe water and sanitation WaterEquity, an asset manager dedicated to financing water and sanitation solutions in emerging and frontier […]
EBARA Corporation will establish a new equipment testing and development center for hydrogen infrastructure-related equipment in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, to contribute to the realization of a hydrogen society. 1. Background Amid the global trend toward decarbonization, hydrogen, which does not emit CO2 when burned, is expected to play a key role in addressing […]
Enhanced wastewater treatment holds the key to reducing sewage overflows to the environment in a sustainable way, says Dominic Hurd, managing director, ACWA Services. Public and political pressure on water companies to address the issue of sewage spills into rivers and seas means overflows are no longer solely an issue for operations teams. They top […]
As the shipping industry transitions to cleaner fuels, ammonia as marine fuel is gaining momentum. Alfa Laval is at the forefront of enabling this shift. Through research, product development, and strategic partnerships, the company is building the expertise and solutions needed for a safe and efficient transition to alternative fuels. Addressing challenges with an innovative […]
Water shortages are already the cause of numerous conflicts around the world. As a result, it is not only the economical use of this vital resource that is coming more into focus. Companies are working flat out on new technologies that improve water purification. In this way, even industrial water can be turned back into […]
Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Recognized by the United Nations’ United 4 Sustainable Smart Cities initiative, the DLWC system draws water at 4C through pipes […]
North Battleford’s proactive approach to address water loss led to savings and enhanced efficiency. The Canadian city of North Battleford in Saskatchewan tackled aging water infrastructure by upgrading to remotely managed digital solutions from Xylem. North Battleford deployed smart water meters and the Sensus FlexNet communication network to modernize operations and address water loss. The […]
On September 4th, DESMI signed a contract with Eurofins Maritime Services, a part of the international group of Eurofins-laboratories renowned for their wide range of analytical testing services across various industries, including the marine sector. The contract was finalized during the prestigious SMM marine event in Hamburg, marking a significant milestone in our service expansion. […]
FFL Partners (“FFL”), a private equity firm focused on growth investments, today announced that it has agreed to sell its investment in Ovarro, specialist in critical infrastructure technologies, to Indicor, LLC (“Indicor”), a diversified industrial company specializing in mission-critical technologies across various niche markets. This strategic transaction marks a significant milestone in FFL’s commitment to […]
A delicious cool glass of wine is a delightful treat on a balmy summer evening. But producing a high-quality wine involves a number of challenges. Due to their delicate nature, wines are considered a difficult pumping medium because even minor reactions like unwanted foaming during bottling can have a significant impact on the wine. It […]
Valve specialist GEMÜ is expanding its product range in the sector of single-use pinch valves with the compact, motorized GEMÜ Q51 pinch valve. What sets the new motorized GEMÜ Q51 pinch valve apart is its compact design, and consequently its small footprint in the plant. Thanks to its motorized actuator, the new pinch valve can […]
As population grows and economies expand, they are putting an immense strain on the world’s water supplies. According to the UN World Water Development Report 2024, 2.2 billion people worldwide have no access to clean drinking water. Climate change is threatening to exacerbate the challenge with prolonged droughts parching the land in some regions and […]
Marine pump specialist Svanehøj is expanding its product portfolio for the emerging green ammonia market. This week at SMM in Hamburg, Germany, the company launches the world’s first high-pressure centrifugal pump for ammonia fuel applications. A growing interest in alternative fuels for maritime transport is driving a surge in demand for specialized critical components capable […]
In an impressive confirmation of the company’s commitment to sustainability, KHS has again been awarded the coveted gold status by rating agency EcoVadis. The Dortmund systems supplier has further improved over last year’s assessment – now earning 73 points out of 100 in the completely revised evaluation method. In taking part in the EcoVadis audit, […]
Hoyer is proud to announce a new partnership with Core Sustainability Capital, an investment fund that works with Nordic companies that have sustainable impact as their core value. The partnership bolsters Hoyer’s commitment to becoming the Green Transition Partner within electric motors for companies in the Marine, Industrial, Energy, and HVAC sectors. “This investment from […]
Valmet has opened a new service center in Beihai to serve and be close to its customers in the fast-growing pulp and paper industry in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, West China. The center is a vital service point for Valmet’s customers across China. The inauguration ceremony was held on September 3rd, 2024, and was […]
