Xylem Appoints Mark Morelli to Board of Directors

The rapid global expansion of artificial intelligence is set to drive a 129% increase in water demand across the AI value chain by 2050, according to new research by Xylem and Global Water Intelligence (GWI).

The UK pump industry is operating at a pivotal moment. Long recognised as a critical enabler of sectors ranging from water and energy to manufacturing and building services, the industry is now being reshaped by powerful forces including sustainability, regulation, skills shortages, and digital transformation. While these trends present challenges, they also create opportunities for innovation and growth.

The European tech company Wioniq introduces WATER+, an AI-based monitoring solution developed by Pluvion. The solution helps municipalities detect hidden leaks and reduce unnecessary treatment costs.

In a major leap toward water security in the south of France, Eau d’Azur has launched the country’s first smart water network. The €5.9 million initiative will modernize 3,000 kilometers of infrastructure across the Côte d’Azur, aiming to reduce leaks, cut energy use, and secure reliable water service for over 500,000 residents.

Dutch drinking water utility Brabant Water, in partnership with Xylem, is creating one of Europe’s largest digital water networks, serving 2.6 million residents and businesses across North Brabant. To meet rising demand, the utility is deploying a digital twin and smart metering solutions to build a more efficient, resilient water system.

Residents in Mexico City and Monterrey will soon enjoy more reliable water supply as the two cities launch groundbreaking infrastructure upgrades to save over 1.3 billion liters of water a year – easing pressure from the rapid urbanization and persistent drought conditions that have strained local water systems.