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Armstrong Industrial has formalised a strategic partnership with Hystar, the Norwegian developer and manufacturer of ultra-efficient PEM stacks, to deliver integrated and modular hydrogen production plants ranging from 1 MW to 20 MW with larger options available.

Sulzer has signed a joint venture (JV) with Jawaby Services & Investments Ltd (JSIL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC), to provide in country rotating equipment services in Libya. The new entity, named Jawaby Sulzer Services, will provide in country services delivered with the highest industry standards for oil & gas, power generation and industrial operations.

Håkan Andersson has been appointed President of the Industrial Technique business area and member of Group Management, effective June 1, 2026. Håkan Andersson is currently President for the General Industry and Assembly Systems division within the same business area.

Pump and valve manufacturer KSB is consistently advancing its digital strategy. The company is significantly expanding its strategic partnership with ai-omatic solutions and is increasing its stake in the Hamburg-based AI start-up from previously 5 percent to now 47 percent. With this step, KSB is deepening its collaboration in the field of AI-supported service platforms.

Valmet is strengthening its flow control capabilities in Australia with the inauguration of a new service center and a manufacturing unit in Sydney. The new facility enhances the availability of mission-critical flow control solutions and services for customers in process industries across the region, with a particular focus on Australia’s pulp, paper, mining and metals, refining, chemicals, and renewable energy sectors.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in India announces the development of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, a greenfield investment that increases production capacity by 30%.

The pump manufacturer Tsurumi is expanding its portfolio and will be collaborating with the Italian specialist Dragflow in the UK in future. The aim is to offer users in the construction, mining and municipal infrastructure sectors a broader range of solutions for dewatering, slurry pumping and sediment management.

Lutz Holding GmbH, a German group of companies specialising in professional fluid management, is expanding its international presence. The new branch office “Lutz-Jesco Italia S.r.l.” in Milan is set to become the foundation for long-term growth in one of Europe’s key regions. The new branch office builds upon an established sales partnership with the renowned Italian pump manufacturer ARGAL.

The winners of the 2026 Pump Industry Awards were revealed at a glittering Gala Dinner and Presentation Ceremony held on the evening of 19th March at The Hilton Hotel, St George’s Park, Burton upon Trent. Now in its 26th year, the event once again brought together leading figures from across the pump sector to celebrate excellence, innovation, and achievement.

Valmet’s Chief Financial Officer Katri Hokkanen has decided to leave the company to pursue an opportunity outside of Valmet. She will continue in her current position to lead Finance and be an active member of Valmet’s Executive Leadership team until the end of September 2026 to ensure an orderly and seamless transition.