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The consortium comprising Voith and HeiTech Padu Berhad (HeiTech), a technology company located in Malaysia, has been awarded the contract to modernize three hydropower stations operated by TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. (TNB Genco) a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) as part of the Life Extension Program (LEP).

Only 4 months left until AchemAsia 2025 as the leading platform for the Chinese process industry is back. From 14 to 16 October 2025, Shanghai will once again be the gateway to China’s Process Industry, driving the countries chemical industry towards decarbonisation and sustainable intermediate and end products. The call for papers for the conference is now open and for the first time applications for the AchemAsia Process Innovation Award are possible.

Swedish fastener manufacturer BUMAX AB has completed a major investment to enhance the level of quality it delivers to customers and its product development capabilities.

A sewer robot that inspects pipework and raises blockage alerts before flooding occurs is to be deployed in a live network for the first time. Pipebot Patrol is a £1.8 million project, funded by the Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge, with Spring Innovation as the knowledge-sharing partner.

The 28th Europump Annual Meeting and General Assembly, held from 21st to 23rd May at the Hilton Prague Old Town, concluded with widespread acclaim from delegates across Europe and beyond. Hosted by the Czech Pump Manufacturers Association (CPMA), the event brought together industry leaders, technical experts, and policymakers for three days of intensive discussions, strategic collaboration, and societal engagement.

As part of a high-level visit to China, Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, toured Danfoss’ pioneering factory in Tianjin on May 18, highlighting the strong economic ties between Denmark and China and the role of green innovation in their future cooperation.

The Fluid and Climate Controls Europe (FCCE) Division of Parker Hannifin, producer of motion and control technologies, announces that its 37 mm Ex d m coils have attained new ATEX and IECEx Type Examination Certificates according to the latest explosion protection (Ex) standards.

BIO-UV Group, a global specialist in water treatment technologies, has reinforced its position at the forefront of complex civil engineering projects with the successful installation of ozone and UV treatment systems for two of UAE’s most prestigious and technically demanding swimming pool installations. In partnership with an international water solutions provider, BIO-UV Group has supplied and commissioned its advanced ozone generator technology at a world-record-setting diving pool.

New environmental discharge limits set for phosphorus have led to Yorkshire Water adopting Xylem’s CoMag ballasted clarification system at its largest treatment works, writes Duncan Wildgoose, business development manager – head of treatment – wastewater & water, Xylem UK.

The technology company Siemens has been supporting Sachsenmilch Leppersdorf GmbH in Germany – one of the most modern milk processing plants in Europe – on its path toward developing a cutting-edge predictive maintenance system. Siemens’ AI-powered solution, Senseye Predictive Maintenance, helps Sachsenmilch ensure continuous operation 365 days a year following strict quality standards.