In a period of unprecedented change and scrutiny for the UK water sector, UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) have announced a significant advancement in accessing its critical water research, with the launch of a groundbreaking bespoke AI search tool. This initiative directly supports the recommendations of the recently published Independent Water Commission (IWC) final report, […]
Getriebebau NORD GmbH & Co. KG in Bargteheide has been awarded the EcoVadis gold medal this year. Having scored 78/100 points, the drive manufacturer is part of the top 4% of all globally rated companies while raising its score by 10 points compared to last year. As an independent family business, NORD has always been […]
German Water Partnership e. V. (GWP) and the Mykolaiv Water Hub (MWH) have officially launched a joint project to promote knowledge and technology transfer in the fields of water and wastewater management, sustainable municipal infrastructure, energy efficiency, and climate protection in Ukraine. This initiative, supported by the Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU), aims to lay the […]
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is proud to reaffirm its ongoing commitment to championing engineering excellence across the pump sector through its highly regarded and long-standing annual awards programme. The 2026 Pump Industry Awards are now open for entries, and the BPMA is calling on the industry to get involved and celebrate the innovations, […]
Publication of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report, alongside new legislation and updated national standards, marks a major turning point in the wider adoption of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) by water companies and developers, writes Alex Stephenson, director, SuDSPlanter The report, released on 21 July 2025, strongly supports the use of nature-based solutions like SuDS […]
Valmet has signed a nationwide agreement with Petrobras (Petróleo Brasileiro S.A.), the largest energy company in Brazil. The agreement covers the supply of spare parts of Neles valves, actuators, and positioners across all Petrobras operational units, including oil and natural gas exploration, production, refining, commercialization, and power generation. The first order was included in Valmet’s […]
Vacuum casting is used in the manufacture of important mechanical parts, such as engine components, turbine blades, shafts and gears. This technology combines several advantages, including improved efficiency, reduced defects and minimal material waste, making manufacturing more reliable and sustainable. In today’s manufacturing world, sustainability is increasingly important. Companies are no longer focused solely on […]
ARI-Armaturen USA highlights the FABA Series of bellows sealed valves. Designed for reliability and long-term sealing performance, FABA valves are ideally suited for applications requiring zero leakage and robust shut-off capabilities in steam, gas, and liquid systems. FABA valves feature a proprietary “cut effect” design that ensures line contact sealing between the conical plug and […]
NWPX Park, a division of NWPX Infrastructure, highlights its PumpTrooper Lift Stations, an advanced and comprehensive solution for wastewater and stormwater conveyance across diverse industries. Delivered as a fully integrated and automated system, PumpTrooper Lift Stations offer dependable fluid transfer, easy installation, and versatile applications. Each system is custom designed by NWPX Park’s engineering team, […]
CIRCOR International, Inc. announces the appointment of Steffi Klasser as Director of Sustainability and Energy Management. In this newly established strategic role, Klasser will be instrumental in accelerating CIRCOR’s global sustainability initiatives and furthering environmental stewardship. Klasser will lead CIRCOR’s efforts to reduce environmental impact across operations, driving improvements in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, responsible […]
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.
