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. […]
Big win for UK engineering: SPP Pumps has been selected to supply a critical fire water pump package for NZT Power—a landmark project targeting status as the **world’s first gas-fired power station with integrated carbon capture and storage **(CCS). Announced on April 21, 2026, this contract isn’t just about pumps. It’s about enabling the next […]
That night marked the big reveal – stars of the 2026 Pump Industry Awards stepped into the spotlight during a dazzling dinner at The Hilton, St George’s Park, on March 19th. Glitz filled the air as top names in pumping gathered under one roof. Into its 26th run, the occasion still pulls crowds like magnets. […]
If your work involves valves, pumps, or any kind of flow control, listen up. Valmet just made a major move that is going to make your life easier. The company has opened a brand-new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney. This is not a small satellite office. This is a full-blown regional hub designed to serve the […]
Sometimes, a business acquisition feels like just another corporate transaction. But this one? It’s different. Universal Plant Services (UPS) just announced they’ve acquired Mechanical Solutions Inc (MSI). And if you work with rotating or reciprocating equipment—think pumps, compressors, turbines—this is a game-changer. Here’s why I’m excited about it. UPS has always been the go-to for field […]
Indian engineering doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves on the global stage. That’s what makes this one worth paying attention to. KOOT, part of the EKKI Group owned by the Arumugam family, has been named a Finalist for the “Supplier of the Year” Award at the Pump Industry Awards (PIA) — presented by the […]
The Hydraulic Institute (HI) has announced the launch of Pump System Certification Level 2 (PSC 2) , completing HI’s standardized learning path designed to advance pump system competency across the industry. A Three-Tiered Pathway from Foundational to Advanced Expertise PSC 2 builds on the successful introduction of Pump System Certification Level 1 (PSC 1) in 2025 and establishes prerequisite […]
SMC has opened its Japan Technical Center (JTC) in Kashiwa City, in the greater Tokyo area. This is the company’s main global R&D hub — the place where new products get developed and tested before they reach customers worldwide. What the Center Actually Does The JTC runs across three connected buildings with research facilities and […]
Safe Structure Designs has successfully delivered a purpose-built pump testing and storage facility for the United States Coast Guard at Air Station Borinquen in Puerto Rico. The project involved the complete design, engineering, and manufacture of a specialized pump house to support critical maritime rescue operations across the Caribbean. Ensuring Readiness for Life-Saving MissionsThe new […]
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.
