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Extra! Extra! Read our latest issue of SWM Print Edition 2024! Teeming with exclusive interviews and opinion pieces with leading water experts, as well as exciting feature articles, you won’t want to miss it. https://lnkd.in/dy-Ryc2C A big thank you to all who contributed: Feature articles: -         ACCIONA -         TEDAGUA -         HRS Heat Exchangers -         Richard Caralli (Axio) Interviews: -         Matt Stuyvenberg (Badger Meter) -         Patricia Sinicropi (WateReuse Association) -         Peiying Hong (KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) -         Snehal Desai (Xylem) -         Heidi Oriol -         Dr Nerina Di Lorenzo (Melbourne Water) -         Chris Wand (Severn Trent) -         Iain Fry (Capgemini) -         Eliza Roberts (Microsoft) -         Paul O'Connell & Marlene Hormes, CFA (WaterEquity) -         Peter Grevatt (The Water Research Foundation (WRF) -         Benjamin Glickstein (WateReuse Association) -         Eva Steinle-Darling, PhD, PE (Carollo Engineers) Op-eds -         Ken Sansone -         Bluefield Research -         Sergiy Moroz -         Mohammed Mahmoud, PhD -         Andy Biffen -         Craig Sheridan -         Luca Brocca

💰 Nedbank CIB finalizes an R4.5 billion ($250 million) term loan for the MCWAP-2A project in South Africa. 🚰 Water Supply Enhancement: MCWAP-2A aims to deliver 75 million cubic meters of water annually to Limpopo province. 🏗️ Infrastructure Development: The project includes a weir, pump stations, and a 160 km pipeline from Crocodile River to Lephalale. https://lnkd.in/eiCN5K-B #water #watersecurity #southafrica

XPV Water Partners has sold Holland Pump to Workdry International Ltd, facilitated by ARCUS EUROPEAN INFRASTRUCTURE FUND GP LLP. This acquisition helps Workdry expand into the North American market, enhancing its pump rental and wastewater treatment offerings. Holland Pump, now part of Workdry, aims to strengthen its presence in the US, serving infrastructure, construction, and municipal sectors with over 1,000 pump assets across 15 locations. https://lnkd.in/e9VGZ5DB #water #acquisitions #wastewatertreatment #wastewater

Europe leads global innovation in water-related technologies, with 40% of inventions originating from European applicants, according to a study by the European Patent Office. This leadership is supported by initiatives like a new technology platform and enhanced filters for connecting startups with investors. The study underscores the critical role of innovation in addressing water supply challenges amid climate threats. https://lnkd.in/egRPs5NB #water #smartwater #waterinnovation #digitalization

📈 Dr Fred Gerringer, D.Env., P.E., BCEE joins Brown and Caldwell as the national specialty leader for water reuse regulations and policy. 🚰 Gerringer brings over 15 years of experience in potable reuse regulations and technologies. 🌍 In his new role, Gerringer will lead regulatory surveillance and collaborate on water reuse projects to promote sustainability. https://lnkd.in/ewEuycnr #water #waterreuse #appointments

🌐 NX Filtration appoints Floris Jan Cuypers as new CEO effective September 1, 2024. 📈 H1 2024 revenues for NX Filtration reach €5.9 million, up 57% from H1 2023. 🎯 Floris Jan Cuypers brings extensive international leadership experience. https://lnkd.in/eSFWBWnE #appointments #water #nxfiltration #ceo

SWM had the chance to speak with Patricia Sinicropi, Executive Director, WateReuse Association, on the recent advancements in water reuse in the U.S., including federal funding and policy support through initiatives like the National Water Reuse Action Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. https://lnkd.in/drakZ5QU #water #waterreuse #waterrecycling #unitedstates

Tunisia has inaugurated the Zarat Desalination Plant to tackle water scarcity issues exacerbated by droughts and resource depletion. Built by VA TECH WABAG LTD., the plant initially produces 50,000 cubic meters of drinking water daily, set to double by 2027. It aims to serve around one million people across several regions by 2035, with funding from the Tunisian government and Germany's KfW. https://lnkd.in/dFnPgfB8 #desal #desalination #water #tunisia #waterscarcity

🏗️ Marafiq partners with the Miahona-BESIX consortium for the $400 million Al Haer Sewage Treatment Project in Riyadh. 🌊 Project includes a sewage treatment plant with a 200,000 cubic metres/day capacity. 📅 Financial closure expected by Q3 2024; operations to start in Q1 2027. https://lnkd.in/dhHmxEYA #infrastructure #water #saudiarabia #wastewatertreatment

🌊 SC APAVITAL SA in Romania is optimizing 4,000 kilometers of pipelines to safeguard water supply for 500,000 people in Iasi. 📊 They're using advanced data analytics from Xylem to detect and prevent leaks in real time. 🇷🇴 Romania loses 41% of water before it reaches consumers due to leaks, prompting action before new EU directives. https://lnkd.in/dymN4HAy #dataanalytics #smartwater #water #waterleaks #waterutilities #digitalization