Bentley Systems Expands Academic Partnerships in Pune; Signs Mous With Symbiosis Institute of Technology and Coep Technological University to Advance Digital Engineering Education

PUNE, December 17, 2025 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Pune, and COEP Technological University to strengthen digital engineering education and research in India. Bentley has partnered with SIT and COEP Technological University to establish a Centre of Infrastructure Innovation at each campus. These dedicated hubs will focus on advanced learning and research in sustainable infrastructure design, digital construction, and asset lifecycle management using AI and digital twin technologies. Students and faculty will…

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Manchester City and Xylem Launch Rainmakers YouTube SeriesĀ  Highlighting Global Water Sustainability

Manchester City and Xylem are marking World Water Day with the launch of Rainmakers, a  new YouTube series that highlights how the two organisations and Love.FĆŗtbol worked  together to deliver a rainwater‑capturing football pitch in Teotihuacan, a community with  nearly 60,000 residents.   Designed to capture, store and reuse rainwater in an underserved community, the pitch  provides a vital new water resource for residents, while offering a safe and inclusive place to  play. Central to the system is a Xylem S1-200 water pump, which is powered by solar and  capable of…

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New 60 MLD Swro Plant Will Strengthen Ide’s Footprint in India & Solve for Water Scarcity Challenges in the Region

K ADIMA, Israel –  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.…

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Chinaplas 2026: BASF showcases innovative additive solutions

ā–  Next-generation high performance light stabilizer protects outdoorĀ  plasticsĀ ā–  More seasons, less waste with TinuvinĀ® NORĀ® for agricultural films ā–  Advanced UV protection for rotomolding applications with IrgastabĀ® 21 to 24, 2026 at Chinaplas BASF highlights its plastic additive innovationsĀ  for outdoor applications, plasticulture and industrial applications at NationalĀ  Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai, China, hall 7.2,Ā  booth C41. Designed to withstand year-round challenging weather conditionsĀ  From coastal humidity to inland heat, outdoor plastics face year‑round stress.Ā  Tinuvin NOR 600 is designed to provide performance for exactly…

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Grundfos unveils Intelligent Experience Centre in India: Setting new standard in smart water solutions

An experience and demo hub showcasing the journey of water and Grundfos’ intelligent solutions, to power a more sustainable India. India, 4th March 2026 – Grundfos, one of the world’s leading companies in energy-efficient water solutions, announced the launch of the Grundfos Intelligent Experience Centre (GIEC) in Chennai, India. The Centre marks a major milestone in the company’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric transformation across the entire water ecosystem. Designed as an immersive, state-of-the-art demonstration of technology enabled water solutions, the GIEC brings to life the complete journey of…

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From Data to Action: How to Transform Water Resource Information Into Immediate Decisions

Operational intelligence in water management enables the creation of an efficient digital model and supports response to extreme climate events Xylem Vue identifies four global trends: advanced centralization and monitoring; customized decision-making; predictive maintenance and algorithmic optimization; and seamless integration with external technologies February 24, 2026. Operational intelligence, supported by advanced artificial intelligence technologies, has been redefining water resource management in recent years. From data centralization to operational optimization through predictive algorithms, these solutions enable water utilities to enhance sustainability, optimize resources, and ensure reliable service delivery in an increasingly…

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CortecĀ® Raises the Bar: All VpCIĀ®-126 Bags NowMade with Minimum 20% Recycled Content

CortecĀ® is pleased to announce that, as of January 1st, 2026, all VpCIĀ®-126 bags are now made with 20% minimum recycled content. This move helps suppliers and end-users keep pace more easily with increasing recycled content mandates around the globe. Additionally, both CortecĀ® Advanced Films (US) and EcoCortecĀ® (Europe) continue to meet customer requirements of up to 30% PCR (post-consumer recycled) content upon request. The Advantage of 20% Minimum Recycled Content By standardizing VpCIĀ®-126 film and bags to contain a minimum of 20% recycled content, CortecĀ® and EcoCortecĀ® have simplified…

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EKKI HOMA Launches Clog-Defense Range for India’s Toughest Sewage Challenges

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EKKI Water Technologies and Germany’s HOMA Pumpenfabrik GmbH, today announced a step forward in their Indo-German collaboration with the launch of the LINUS Clog-Defense Sewage Pump Range, and the next phase of expansion of EKKI HOMA, their joint venture focused on sewage pumping solutions for India and emerging markets.  The LINUS Clog-Defense system is specifically engineered to eliminate and prevent clogging before it occurs, addressing one of the most critical challenges in sewage pumping systems. As part of its global growth strategy, the HOMA group has invested over USD 30…

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The Digital Transformation of Water Must Have the Right Technology, Strategy and Team to Organise It

With a firm commitment to advancing the protection of water resources, Seville (Spain) hosted WEX Global, the leading international forum in the water, energy, and climate change sectors, held from February 9 to 11, 2026. Under the theme ā€œWater, Energy and Climate Change: From Vision to Action – Towards a Water-Abundant World,ā€ the congress, celebrating its 20th edition, brought together more than 270 participants from over 45 countries. The program featured panel discussions, technical site visits, networking meetings, a gala dinner, and a showcase of the World Water Film Festival.…

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NX Filtration partners with AppliedĀ  Membranes Inc for pharmaceuticalĀ  wastewater reuse in the USA

Hengelo, the Netherlands, 12 February 2026 Applied Membranes Inc (AMI), a USA-based provider of advanced water andĀ  wastewater treatment solutions, will be using NX Filtration’s hollow fiberĀ  nanofiltration (HFNF) membranes for advanced wastewater reuse at aĀ  pharmaceutical company. The pharmaceutical company seeks to reduce its freshwater intake and wastewater  discharge by reusing its process water. AMI selected NX Filtration’s HFNF technology to  remove high concentrations of organic compounds from the company’s wastewater  stream. Combining this treated wastewater with a reverse osmosis (RO) system enables  an efficient and robust water reuse…

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