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Sulzer announces the acquisition of Davies and Mills, an electromechanical services (EMS) provider based in Bahrain. With this acquisition, Sulzer expands its regional footprint in the Middle East to six service locations, welcoming 53 former Davies and Mills employees to the Sulzer family in Bahrain. The acquisition was concluded in January 2025, bringing exceptional expertise to Sulzer’s portfolio.

UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) announced the appointment of Mike Rose as new chief executive officer with immediate effect. With a career including senior positions in utilities and global consultancy organisations, Rose brings diverse experience to UKWIR. His appointment comes at a crucial time for the water sector, with challenges including climate change & resilience, improvements in river water quality and evolving customer expectations.

DESMI is proud to announce the acquisition of Nordan Marine.

Reliable monitoring of the absence of free chlorine is essential in numerous water treatment processes. The breakthrough of even the smallest concentrations of free chlorine can irreversibly destroy membranes in reverse osmosis systems and cause major damage. ProMinent GmbH has designed the panel-mounted monitoring system DULCOZERO FCL for these applications.

Amarinth has successfully delivered a pump modification project for ADNOC Gas, a major integrated gas processing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Sulzer has expanded its Service Center in Vadodara, India, to offer turbomachinery support in close proximity to major industry players in India’s mid-western oil and gas industrial belt. The expansion follows the recent launch of Sulzer’s Chennai Service Centre in southeastern India, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the Indian market as the country intensifies its focus on energy security and sustainability.

In view of the increasing Europeanization of the valve market and stricter legislation, VDMA Valves is focusing on stronger networking and a bundled representation of interests at European level.

The Screw Pump Market is set for substantial growth by 2034, driven by the increasing demand for efficient fluid handling solutions across industries. Advancements in pump technology, expanding industrial applications, and a focus on cost-effective and sustainable operations are key factors propelling market expansion. This editorial explores the projected market size, growth rate, and the major drivers shaping the industry’s future.

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a new integrated digital platform, named Envelope, that connects components in a mechanical system. Envelope unites Armstrong and partner solutions, delivering optimization through performance mapping, cutting-edge analytics and lifecycle services.

Xylem Inc. has reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results. The Company’s total revenue of $2.3 billion surpassed prior guidance, on strong execution and demand. Fourth-quarter earnings also exceeded Xylem’s previous guidance.