Strategic Shift: Trillium Sells French Nuclear Valves Operations to Framatome

Trillium Flow Technologies, a leading global provider of critical flow control products, has officially announced the sale of its French valves operations to nuclear energy giant Framatome. This strategic transaction marks a significant milestone for both companies, reshaping their respective portfolios in the highly specialized nuclear power and fluid handling markets. A Specialized Legacy Moves […]

KSB Breaks Ground on Massive €70 Million Expansion of Frankenthal Production Facility

In a major boost for European manufacturing, global pump and valve manufacturer KSB has officially broken ground on a massive €70 million expansion and modernization project at its headquarters in Frankenthal, Germany. This landmark investment will transform the historic site into the company’s state-of-the-art European competence center for the latest generation of electronically controlled Eta […]

Leadership Shift: Håkan Andersson Appointed President of Atlas Copco’s Industrial Technique Business Area

Atlas Copco, the global leader in sustainable productivity solutions, has announced a key executive appointment. Effective May 1, 2026, Håkan Andersson will assume the role of President of the Industrial Technique business area, succeeding Rickard Blomqvist. This strategic move underscores Atlas Copco’s continued focus on innovation, customer-centricity, and operational excellence in one of its core […]

Historic First: Sulzer Becomes First International Service Provider in Libya via Strategic JSIL Joint Venture

In a landmark move for North Africa’s industrial landscape, Sulzer has signed a groundbreaking joint venture with Jawaby Services & Investments Ltd (JSIL)—a wholly owned subsidiary of Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC)—to launch Jawaby Sulzer Services, the first in-country provider of OEM-grade rotating equipment services in Libya. Announced on April 21, 2026, this partnership doesn’t […]

KSB Doubles Down on AI: Strategic Stake Jump to 47% in Ai-omatic Signals Digital-First Future

In a bold move that underscores the urgency of digital transformation in industrial tech, KSB SE & Co. KGaA—the global leader in pumps, valves, and fluid systems—has significantly deepened its partnership with Hamburg-based AI innovator ai-omatic solutions, increasing its ownership stake from 5% to 47%. Announced on April 21, 2026, this strategic escalation isn’t just […]

German Industrial Pump Company Lutz Holding Expands into Italy

Out near Milan, a fresh setup called Lutz-Jesco Italia S.r.l. takes shape under the umbrella of Germany’s Lutz Holding GmbH, known for handling fluids in expert ways. This move stretches the company’s reach across Europe, aiming steady progress in a region that matters. Instead of starting from nothing, it grows out of strong ties already […]

Tsurumi partners with Dragflow

Now working together, pump maker Tsurumi and Italy’s Dragflow join forces to offer more options for moving water, handling thick mixtures, and managing silt. Their combined reach touches jobs in building work, digging operations, and public works projects. From drainage to muck removal, the pairing brings varied tools where they’re needed most. From Japan, Tsurumi […]