Water for Peace: World Water Day 2024

Water for Peace: World Water Day 2024

On March 22, 2024, the world once again observes World Water Day. Under this year’s theme “Water for Peace,” the United Nations calls for actions that illustrate how sustainable water management can contribute to the creation of peace and stability worldwide. Given the ever-growing challenges posed by climate change, population growth, urbanization, crises, and conflicts, […]

World Water Day 2024 – Lutz-Jesco Steps Up Charitable Efforts

World Water Day 2024 – Lutz-Jesco Steps Up Charitable Efforts

With modern treatment technology for mobile water plants, Lutz-Jesco GmbH is ensuring a stable supply of drinking water in destroyed areas of Ukraine. To mark World Water Day 2024, which is being held this year under the motto “Water for Peace”, the company is pledging to further strengthen its global charitable efforts. At the same […]

UK Water Minister: Resource Demand Gap Requires Investment

UK Water Minister: Resource Demand Gap Requires Investment

Robbie Moore MP, UK government minister for water, has addressed the demand gap in resources during his keynote address at British Water’s International Reception, which took place in London on 19 February 2024. He called for greater collaboration and innovation in finding solutions. Growing demand for water and more intensive periods of drought are projected […]

Innovation Would Help Find More Chemicals in Water

Innovation Would Help Find More Chemicals in Water

At the British Water Micropollutants Conference 2024, which took place in London on 8 February, keynote speakers from the UK’s Environment Agency called for a cross-industry approach to tackling the issue. John Collins, deputy director of evidence assessment and evaluation at the Environment Agency, said that despite having one of the most robust pollutants testing […]

The IFAT Munich Event Program Sets New Standards in 2024

The IFAT Munich Event Program Sets New Standards in 2024

IFAT Munich, taking place in the Munich exhibition halls from May 13 to 17, 2024, will feature top-class speakers, more international exhibitors, and a varied and exciting event program. At the world’s leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management, visitors can expect innovative environmental technologies, flanked by panel discussions, expert lectures, […]

Thomas Hinnerskov Appointed President and CEO of Valmet

Thomas Hinnerskov Appointed President and CEO of Valmet

Valmet’s Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Hinnerskov President and CEO of Valmet and he will start in the position during the second half of the year and at the end of September 2024 at the latest. Thomas Hinnerskov succeeds Pasi Laine, who will continue as the President and CEO of Valmet until his successor […]

PLEUGER Acquires AVI International, Expanding Further into North America

PLEUGER Acquires AVI International, Expanding Further into North America

PLEUGER, a pioneering player in the flow control sector and a leader in submersible motor manufacturing, announces its strategic acquisition of AVI International, a Connecticut-based specialist in the upgrade, repair, and service of rotating equipment. This acquisition signifies a major expansion of PLEUGER into the North American markets, marking a new chapter in the company’s […]

Gender Parity in Water Accelerated with UK-US Agreement

Gender Parity in Water Accelerated with UK-US Agreement

British Water will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the WaterRising Institute of the USA at the trade association’s upcoming International Reception on Monday 19 February in London. The MoU is an agreement to partner on the WaterWoman Project, which aims to accelerate gender parity in water management, addressing the urgent need for a […]

Wilo Recognized as Successful Practical Example in Comparative Study

Wilo Recognized as Successful Practical Example in Comparative Study

The Wilo Group has been recognised as a successful practical example in the international comparative study “Managing Sustainable Innovations”. For the study, the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) of RWTH Aachen and the Complexity Management Academy analysed the sustainable innovation management of over 140 companies. “We are convinced that innovation and sustainability […]