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New range of UL/FM approved gate valves in DN450-600

AVK Valves introduces a new range of large diameter resilient seated gate valves for fire protection applications. The new range is manufactured at its premises in Denmark and consists of gate valves in DN450-600 available in three main types: with rising stem (OS&Y) and handwheel; with non-rising stem (NRS), post indicator flange and wrench nut; and with non-rising stem (NRS), ISO flange and wrench nut.

Bluewater/Niger/Benin project

Another great Project is ready to leave Paladon Plant of Borgonovo Val Tidone, Italy. Subsea Actuators are for Bluewater/Niger/Benin Crude Oil Export Pipeline Project for the Offshore Pipelines to facilitate the loading of Oil Tankers.

Warren Controls helps ensure AISA adherence

Warren Controls, a manufacturer of dependable and rugged precision control valves and accessories, announces that it builds valves to meet American Iron & Steel Act (AISA) requirements so that customers can adhere to “Buy American” regulations across a range of applications, including commercial buildings, district and campus energy, food and beverage, agriculture, chemical industry, OEM, marine, and biofuel applications.

Management buyout Belven NV/SA

The family shareholders of the Belven Group, a valve specialist of Malines origin, have reached an agreement with the company’s management team on the transfer of a majority stake of the group shares.

Desktop Metal acquires Aidro

Desktop Metal (DM) has acquired Aidro, a pioneer in the volume production of next-generation hydraulic and fluid power systems through metal additive manufacturing (AM) across a wide range of industries, including oil & gas, agricultural equipment, aerospace, and mobile and industrial machinery, among others.

Nord Stream 2 almost completed

The final pipe of the two strings of the Nord Stream 2 gasline has been welded into place in the first week of September, according to the operator.

GO Remote Connected Service

Global instrumentation and gas analysis leader, Process Insights Inc., has enhanced its customer support with the launch of GO Remote Connected Service (GO).

Toyoda Gosei develops new fuel tank cutoff valve

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has developed a cutoff valve with a novel structure that contributes to lighter vehicle weight. This cutoff valve is being used on the new Land Cruiser from Toyota Motor Corporation (vehicle specifications for some regions, including the Middle East).

McDermott installs Jacket and CPP topside in Vietnam

McDermott has completed the transportation and installation subcontract of the Sao Vang and Dai Nguyet (SVDN) gas and condensate field developments in the Nam Con Son Basin, offshore Vietnam.

Penspen secures over $70m worth of new contracts

Penspen, a global energy services company, has recorded a highly successful year to date in the Middle East and Africa with a strong performance forecast for the rest of the year.