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The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has selected international technology group ANDRITZ to modernize the Rajjaprabha hydropower plant.

Finish Thompson Inc. (FTI) highlights its advanced range of pumps engineered to address the demanding requirements of flammable and combustible liquid transfer. Drawing on decades of experience in corrosive chemical handling, FTI offers reliable, compliant pumping solutions that support safe storage, transport and processing of hazardous fluids in industrial operations.

Two public utilities in the Île-de-France region of north-central France have become the first in the country to benefit from an all-in-one leakage reduction toolkit, writes Dineke Fischer, senior executive, Ovarro. The Territorial Public Establishment Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre (EPT GOSB) is the largest territory in the Greater Paris metropolitan area, comprising 24 towns and cities with a combined population of around 720,000.

As global economies become more integrated, industrial manufacturers encounter both expanded possibilities and heightened challenges. Selling into a global market means far more than shipping products overseas. It requires adapting to varied industries, navigating strict regulatory landscapes, and anticipating technological shifts that will reshape demand. For companies in fluid transfer, these considerations are magnified: the applications are diverse, the compliance requirements are stringent, and the markets evolve at different speeds.

EBARA Corporation (hereinafter: EBARA) has signed an equity transfer agreement, effective October 31, 2025, with the equity holders of GEMINI GERMEK HIDROMECÂNICA LTDA. (hereinafter: Germek), a company engaged in the design, manufacturing, sales, and service of pump units for the fire fighting and agriculture sectors, mainly in Brazil. The agreement was concluded through EBARA’s Brazilian subsidiary, EBARA Bombas América do Sul Ltda. EBARA plans to acquire 100% of Germek’s equity interest around the end of January 2026, subject to the necessary procedures under relevant laws and regulations.

When machines and motors need to operate at maximum performance under challenging conditions, AuCom offers drive solutions designed for such requirements. For demanding industrial applications, the company has developed the HM Series 1 kV variable frequency drives (VFDs). These drives are designed to deliver high torque at low speeds and feature a durable, compact construction.

After more than 50 years of successful cooperation, Endress+Hauser is taking over the process measurement division of EMC Industrial Group Ltd in New Zealand. The new sales office was integrated into the global network on 1 November 2025. Endress+Hauser New Zealand customers will benefit from more comprehensive support and additional offerings.

Reliable water access is essential not only for households and industry but also for maintaining green spaces that enhance quality of life for urban residents. Japanese underground construction specialist Sansui Kaihatsu Co., Ltd., based in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture and serving customers across Japan, drilled a 250-meter water well in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture to supply sprinklers for a local golf course — powered by Atlas Copco’s Y35 portable air compressor.

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.

Nutrient deficiencies, over-fertilisation and crop losses: many greenhouses struggle due to inaccurate nutrient supply and fluctuating water quality. Lutz-Jesco will be demonstrating what you can do about this at Agritechnica in Hanover. On display: a dosing pump from the Magdos series and the Minichlorgen T chlorine electrolysis system.