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The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is encouraging businesses and engineering professionals across all industry sectors to prioritise working with BPMA member companies when specifying or sourcing pumps and pump-related systems. Whether for manufacturing, processing, infrastructure, or utility applications, selecting the right products—and the right partners—is key to achieving safe, efficient, and sustainable operations.

KOOT, founded by an Oxford University alumnus, announced its global launch as a trusted partner and industry-first platform in the pump and motor sector, spanning engineering design, research, development, and precision manufacturing. The company also proudly revealed that it has been honoured with the European PIA Supplier Award, recognizing its outstanding contributions to engineering innovation.

Through the expansion of its location in Bundamba, Queensland, KSB Australia Pty Ltd is responding to the growing demand in the wastewater market. The new buildings offer a significantly larger warehouse capacity for water and waste water products, which will shorten delivery times and increase the reliability of supply for customers.

The Wilo Group has been awarded the platinum medal by EcoVadis for the fourth time in a row. The rating agency also graded the multinational water technology group’s commitment to sustainability as “outstanding” for the second time. Only 1 per cent of companies audited by EcoVadis – now numbering more than 150,000 – achieve the platinum rating.

Wilo has bolstered its support for the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sector with the appointment of Lee Green as national sales manager for the UK and Ireland.

Football not only inspires millions of people worldwide, but also has a unique social power: It connects people, fosters community, and transcends boundaries. The Kick & Fun initiative utilises precisely this strength of sport and has been organising inclusive football camps for children and young people for several years. NETZSCH Pumps & Systems is sponsoring the camp in Waldkraiburg for the third time and will cover the participation fees for ten children from low-income families this year.

The WIKA Group acquired AB Svenska Industri Instrument SINI as a wholly owned subsidiary, effective 1 August. This move strengthens the global measurement technology manufacturer’s presence in Sweden. Established in Gothenburg in 1948, SINI was originally founded as a service provider for the shipping industry.

Parker Hannifin Corporation has announced the election of Beth A. Wozniak to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2025.

The WIKA Group is leveraging international sales expertise. On 1 July 2025, Sascha Niederhagen assumed the role of Executive Vice President EMEAI. As a member of the Management Board, he will oversee sales activities in Europe, Africa, India and the Middle East, as well as Corporate Marketing and Key Account Management.

Zenit Group, a historic brand and manufacturer of submersible electric pumps, lifting stations, and technological solutions for the aeration and mixing of wastewater, has appointed Mr. Marco Scifoni as its new CEO. Scifoni will succeed Lorenzo Bottan as head of the Modena-based group.