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Aramco Europe celebrates valve Guinness World Record

Aramco Europe and Orion Valves have celebrated the Guinness World Records certification of the largest wedge gate valve ever built.

Compact design, optimized for high performance

Sun Hydraulics is raising the bar once again with new 3:1 Pilot Ratio 0-Series Counterbalance valves—available in model codes CBZA and CAZA

Discontinuation of FOCUS-1 production by the End of Q1/2026

SAMSON has decided to discontinue production of the FOCUS-1 smart meter valve by the end of the first quarter of 2026

Emerson’s final control portfolio wins awards in China

Emerson’s Fisher™ FIELDVUE™ portfolio has won two prestigious honors for process industry products in China.

Woodward acquires EthosEnergy’s iCON Controls Business

Woodward has acquired the assets of EthosEnergy Power Plan Services, LLC’s iCON Controls Business

Flowserve acquires Greenray Turbine Solutions

Flowserve Corporation announced that it has acquired U.K.-based Greenray Turbine Solutions for approximately 72M USD

Taloar expands global influence as a cast iron valve manufacturer

Taloar strengthens its position as a leading cast iron valve manufacturer with innovative, high-performance solutions.

Valmet supplies Neles RE segment valves for carbon-neutral heat in Finland

Valmet delivers Neles™ RE valves to Lielahti power plant, supporting carbon-neutral district heating and energy efficiency.

AAR extends global distribution agreement with Arkwin Industries

AAR signs multi-year extension with Arkwin Industries for valves, actuation, and reservoir products in aviation aftermarket.

GF closes acquisition of VAG-Group to strengthen water infrastructure portfolio

GF closes CHF 200M acquisition of VAG-Group, expanding its water utility valve and infrastructure solutions.