The Hydraulic Institute (HI) recognized outstanding professionals and organizations during its 2026 Annual Conference, celebrating leadership, innovation, and contributions to the global pump industry. The event, held in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida (Feb 22–26, 2026), brought together engineers, manufacturers, and industry experts to discuss advancements in pump technology and system efficiency. Celebrating Excellence in the […]
The Pump Industry Awards 2026 once again brought together the best minds and companies in the sector, celebrating innovation, engineering excellence, and outstanding contributions across the industry. Held on March 19, 2026, at St. George’s Park in the UK, the event—organized by the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA)—recognized achievements across multiple categories, from product innovation […]
A fresh board takes charge at the Hydraulic Institute, shaping direction for the worldwide pump sector. Leadership changes came into view at the 2026 gathering near Florida’s coast. Names were shared under sunny skies where talk turned to flow, pressure, future steps.A fresh face leads the group now – Charles (Kerby) Pope steps into the […]
Fresh off a major move, India’s EKKi Group – maker of pumps and water tech – is growing its factory space. This stretch boosts how much it can build while reaching further worldwide. With that, the company digs deeper into handling water and waste challenges across borders. Growth in need for smarter pumping systems drives […]
UK utility Southern Water has invested in advanced phosphorus filtration technology after a successful trial at the Storrington wastewater treatment plant in Sussex. The decision came after the system demonstrated strong performance in removing phosphorus from treated wastewater and improving overall treatment efficiency. The technology uses Flocell XFM20 filtration units, which were initially installed on […]
The Hydraulic Institute (HI) has announced the appointment of its new board of directors and officers during the 2026 Annual Conference. The organization introduced the updated leadership team to guide its strategic initiatives and support the continued development of the pump and fluid handling industry. During the conference, industry leaders gathered to discuss key trends, […]
Water technology leader Wilo Group has announced a strategic partnership with artificial intelligence company InstaDeep to develop a scalable AI platform aimed at transforming smart water infrastructure. The collaboration focuses on integrating advanced AI technologies with water management systems to improve efficiency, sustainability, and reliability across global water networks. Integrating AI with Water Technology The […]
The AI revolution needs water technology—and Wilo is positioning itself at the epicenter. German water technology giant Wilo Group has officially entered the Japanese market, a calculated expansion that targets one of the most strategically important regions for the artificial intelligence era. This isn’t just another geographic expansion; it’s a direct play on the infrastructure […]
Grundfos has inaugurated its Grundfos Intelligent Experience Centre (GIEC) in Chennai, marking a significant step in advancing smart water management solutions across India and the region. The centre is designed as an immersive demonstration hub that showcases the complete journey of water—from intake and treatment to distribution, industrial processing, cooling, and wastewater reuse. The 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.
