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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.

Sludge dewatering equipment is important in wastewater treatment. It helps industries and municipalities manage sludge efficiently by reducing its volume and weight. The implementation of stricter environmental regulations and rising water scarcity concerns has made sludge management a key focus area in the U.S. Continue reading as we explore the basics of sludge dewatering equipment and the top factors driving the U.S. sludge dewatering equipment market landscape.

Casa dei Compressori S.r.l., a compressed air distributor near Milan in Italy has become part of Atlas Copco Group.

The ultra-low voltage (ULV) motor and drive market is undergoing rapid transformation, with major players making bold moves to secure their foothold in this high-growth market. Recent announcements from Siemens, Bosch Rexroth, and Lenze highlight the three biggest trends shaping the industry today: legacy motion control suppliers entering the market, the rise of modular solutions, and intensified competition driving innovation. These developments underscore the growing importance of ULV technologies in sectors such as mobile robotics, packaging, and intralogistics.

Uniwater continues to build its position in the growing European market for water infrastructure. As part of the group’s investment in the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland), Erik Meurling has been recruited as Head of Expansion.

Flender announces the appointment of Tommy Rahbek Nielsen as President of its Business Segment Wind, effective September 1, 2025. Tommy Rahbek Nielsen will succeed Aarnout Kant, who will continue to spearhead strategic global projects within the company and maintain his role as General Manager Americas, reporting directly to the Group CEO.

Niklas Ruf and Jana Spiller from Germany received the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2025 for their work on developing a scalable flood warning system for small streams. H.R.H. Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden presented the winners with their award during a ceremony at Stockholm City Hall as part of World Water Week in Stockholm.