Category: Press Release

NX Filtration to enable reliable drinking  water production from challenging  surface water in Canada

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Hengelo, the Netherlands – 12 May 2026 NX Filtration has been selected to supply its hollow fiber nanofiltration (HFNF)  technology to Komline Pure Water, a Canadian industrial water and wastewater  treatment company. The HFNF modules will be applied in a new drinking water  project in Canada to treat challenging surface water for the Ministry of Environment  and Parks, with McElhanney acting as Engineer of Record.  The water source is characterized by highly variable quality, including elevated levels of  natural organic matter (NOM), color, and low UV transmittance. These conditions limit …

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HARMFUL INVESTMENTS OUTPACE NATURE PROTECTION BY 30 TO 1, ACCORDING TO NEW UNEP REPORT

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A new report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), has found that for every US$1 the world invests in protecting nature, it spends US$30 on destroying it.  This stark imbalance is the central finding of the report, released 22 January 2026. UNEP is calling for a major shift in global financing of nature-based solutions and phasing out harmful investments to deliver high returns, reduce risk exposure, and enhance resilience.  The State of Finance for Nature 2026 which uses data for 2023 – finds:  US$ 7.3 trillion in total nature-negative…

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Nijhuis Saur Industries and Vortech Water Solutions announce strategic partnership for new generation aeration system

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Münich, May 6 – Vortech and Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI), part of the Saur Group, today announced a European‑wide distribution agreement to make Vortech’s Vortex Powered Aeration (VPA™) technology available to industrial Dairy and Pulp & Paper wastewater treatment customers across Europe.  This partnership brings together NSI’s extensive wastewater treatment process knowledge and project delivery experience with Vortech’s patented VPA™ system, which uses cyclonic flow to bring water to air in a fundamentally different way, improving aeration and mixing performance. At a time when the water industry faces stricter discharge…

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IDE TECHNOLOGIES SIGNS CONTRACT FOR SIPCOTSEAWATER DESALINATION PLANT IN TAMIL NADU, INDIA

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IDE Technologies, a leading global provider of water treatment solutions, announced the signing of a contract with the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) for the design, construction, and operation of a new seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in Tamil Nadu, India. The project, to be executed in partnership with Jindal Water Infrastructure Limited (JWIL) and Vishnusurya Projects and Infra (VPIL), will deliver 60 MLD to Mullakadu, Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu to support local water management and address growing water scarcity challenges. “Solving water challenges for…

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Delhi Government Unveils ‘Catch the Rain 2026’ Initiative with Mandatory Rainwater Harvesting Norms

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New Delhi, India — [01-05-2026]— With an emphasis on transforming water conservation into a sustained public movement, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the ‘Catch the Rain 2026’ campaign, positioning it as a strategic intervention to strengthen urban water resilience. The initiative introduces a dedicated water mascot, ‘Neera’ and outlines a combination of policy mandates and financial incentives aimed at accelerating the adoption of rainwater harvesting systems across the National Capital. Speaking at a Delhi Jal Board event, the Chief Minister underscored the need to move beyond symbolic action. She…

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Toray to Launch Lower-Biofouling Ultrafiltration  Membrane Module with One of the Industry’s Smallest  Nominal Pore Sizes*, at Just 0.005 micrometers

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Tokyo, Japan, April 27, 2026 – Toray Industries, Inc., announced today thatit plans to launch the F-HFUG Series ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module in May this year for wastewater  reuse. It has completed mass production technology and product reliability evaluations for  the new offering, whose helps improve lower-biofouling performance of reverse osmosis  (RO) membrane and stabilizes long-term operations. This module is based on a high removal UF membrane that the company unveiled in February 2025.   Nations everywhere are tightening wastewater regulations as water demand rises. Regions  with limited resources position reusing…

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BASF to further increase prices for additives in plastic applications

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BASF announces a further price increase for products within its global portfolio of  antioxidants, process stabilizers and light stabilizers for plastic applications by up to  25 per cent. This adjustment is in addition to the price increase announced in March  and will be effective immediately.  The price adjustment is in response to the substantial increases in raw material  prices, energy and logistic costs due to the military conflict in the Middle East. About BASF’s plastic additives BASF is a leading supplier, manufacturer, and innovation partner of plastic additives. Its  comprehensive…

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Kirloskar Brothers Limited Unveils  Submersible Wastewater Pump, iNSx and  Intelligent Monitoring Solution, KirloSmartTM  NANO at PLUMBEX India 2026, Reinforcing  its Commitment to Intelligent Water  Infrastructure

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Bengaluru, April 2026  Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL) has launched two transformative products, the  Submersible Wastewater Pump, iNSx and the compact IoT-based remote monitoring  solution, KirloSmart™ Nano, at PLUMBEX India 2026.  The Submersible Wastewater Pump, iNSx, is a robust, precision-engineered drainage  pump designed to tackle the most demanding wastewater applications with ease. With  an advanced hydraulic design, the iNSx is purpose-built for the municipal, industrial,  commercial and residential sectors, for efficient handling of sewage water, stormwater,  sludge, effluents, greywater and process water. The pump also delivers effective  dewatering capabilities in construction…

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NX Filtration supports BOSAQ’s initiative  for emergency water supply in Ukraine

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Hengelo, the Netherlands, 22 April 2026  NX Filtration, the global provider of hollow fiber membrane filtration technology for  pure and affordable water, is supporting a long-standing partner, BOSAQ, in  delivering emergency drinking water systems to communities in Ukraine through its  humanitarian initiative Water Heroes.  Water Heroes provides safe and clean drinking water to people affected by the ongoing  war in Ukraine. As part of this initiative, BOSAQ developed Q-Drop Yellowstone, a  compact, modular drinking water purification system that uses NX Filtration’s Hollow  Fiber Nanofiltration (HFNF) membrane technology.  The Q-Drop Yellowstone…

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Transforming India’s Water Management: Aecom’s Role in Building Sustainable Water Systems

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Sharad Bhushan, Executive Director, EWE, India, AECOM India’s rapid urbanization and industrialization have created significant pressure on the country’s water resources, making sustainable water management one of the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. From erratic rainfall patterns to rising industrial demands, India faces a complex water management landscape that requires innovative, climate resilient solutions. AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting, has been at the forefront of transforming India’s water management approach by delivering sustainable, technology-driven solutions that meet the needs of both urban and industrial sectors. AECOM’s…

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