Industry News

Industry news in the valve and actuation sector serves as a vital information reservoir that keeps various stakeholders — including manufacturers, distributors, end-users, and industry analysts — abreast of the latest developments, innovations, and trends shaping the landscape.

The industry news category within the valve and actuation sector encompasses a wide array of updates including technological advancements, market trends, regulatory changes, project announcements, and organizational developments among others. This category is quintessential in helping professionals navigate the dynamic and competitive environment of the valve and actuation industry.

Pertamina joins Sonatrach in research MOU

State-owned Indonesian company Pertamina has signed a research and development co-operation agreement with its Algerian equivalent, Sonatrach, the company has announced. The arrangement will see the two companies share their expertise about various parts of the hydrocarbon chain, the gas industry and its derivatives and opportunities for future cooperation.

New line of cast iron rotary airlock valves

ACS Valves introduces a new line of cast iron rotary airlock valves designed to provide to general industry the same primary process optimization benefits typically associated with high-end, specialty-application valve designs.

ISO FE-Series: new valve technology

With its new ISO FE-Series, AS-Schneider has developed a new valve technology that complies with the highest ISO15848-1 tightness class “A”.

Introducing compact modular L-O-X®

ROSS CONTROLS® is pleased to announce the latest additions to its safety product family- the Modular L-O-X® manual lockout valve and Modular L-O-X® with EEZ-ON® operation.

NOF and BVAA join forces

NOF Energy, the business development organisation for oil, gas, nuclear and offshore renewables sectors, has formed a new partnership with the British Valve and Actuator Association (BVAA). The Business Development Partnership will help facilitate BVAA members’ business development activities in the energy sector through NOF Energy’s extensive industry network and suite of services. In addition to representing its members’ interests in industry, this new partnership will enable BVAA members to access the essential business development services provided by NOF Energy. BVAA will benefit from NOF Energy’s highly-regarded suite of services, which have helped secure its members GBP 140M worth of new business in the past few years.NOF Energy was also praised in an independent evaluation of the organisation, which said its ability to form new networks and supply chain links was the greatest benefit of involvement with the organisation.

Alderley announces Sales Director for East Asia

Alderley, a market leader in liquid and gas metering and produced water treatment packages, announces the appointment of Terrence Singam as Sales Director for East Asia.

Graham awarded USD 5M in China

Graham Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of critical equipment for the oil refining, petrochemical and power industries, including the supply of components and raw materials to nuclear energy facilities, today announced that it has been awarded USD 5 million in new orders.

Shell awards EFA to MRC

MRC Global Inc., one of the largest global distributor of pipe, valves and fittings to the energy industry, announced that it has signed a five-year global Enterprise Framework Agreement (EFA) with Shell for the distribution of valves and automation services. The global EFA covers Shell's upstream, midstream and downstream project and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) requirements in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa.

Aquatech awarded contract for Turkmenistan project

Aquatech, a global leader in water purification for industrial and infrastructure markets, has been awarded a contract to design and supply a wastewater recycle system in a gas field development project in Turkmenistan.

CVS appointed as an ASCO distributor

ASCO Numatics recently appointed Control Valve Solutions (CVS) as an Offshore Specialist Distributor. The agreement will see ASCO Numatics providing valve sizing, selection and engineering support to CVS, which will enable them to offer a value added service to the offshore industry around their valve piloting solutions.

Industry News

In the ever-evolving landscape of the valve and actuation industry, the role of timely and comprehensive industry news cannot be overstated. Serving as the nexus of vital information, industry news acts as a guiding beacon for stakeholders at every level, offering insights into market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory shifts that shape the industry’s trajectory. From unveiling innovative product launches to analyzing market dynamics and spotlighting seminal projects, industry news is an indispensable tool in navigating the complex and dynamic world of valve and actuation technology. As industries transition towards a future marked by digitalization and sustainability, staying updated with the latest industry news ensures that professionals remain at the forefront of developments, fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration in a sector central to modern infrastructure and technology.

The industry news category serves as a central hub that amalgamates various types of information critical to the valve and actuation industry. It fosters a well-informed community, promotes knowledge sharing, and facilitates strategic decision-making, thus playing a pivotal role in steering the industry towards growth and innovation. Keeping abreast of industry news helps stakeholders adapt to the rapidly evolving industry landscape and seize emerging opportunities.