... after not quite four years! Even the radar experts from the German Black Forest area themselves were surprised that the rather conservative market accepted the new technology so quickly. A look back and into the future.

Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions has secured a contract with Serba Dinamik International for the engineering and procurement of a new modular chlor-alkali plant. The greenfield plant with a capacity of 90 tons of chlorine per day will be built in the Hazarasp Free Economic Zone in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

With separators, heat exchangers and fluid handling equipment, Alfa Laval helps deliver efficient processes in production, and during heating and cooling. The invention of a cream separator was the first milestone on the company’s journey. Over decades, it gathered experience and built up expertise in the field of heat transfer. After eventful times, rapid growth now demonstrates clearly that Alfa Laval has found its way — by concentrating on core competencies, customer requirements and sustainability.

Air Liquide and Sinopec have signed a MOU to accelerate the deployment of hydrogen mobility solutions in China. Under the deal, both the companies will study the development of hydrogen mobility network in the Asian country.

Treating Pharmaceutical Wastewater is a challenge, because of its diverse characteristics and varies. But it’s not necessary to make new developments. It might be a valid strategy finding a workaround based on existing solutions.

The specialist in electrical explosion protection Pepperl+Fuchs now certifies its electrical explosion protection products for paint shops. The basis for this certification is a new standard sheet for regulating test methods for paint-wetting-impairment substances.

The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has entered into a joint development agreement with Brahms Oil Refineries to develop and finance Guinea’s maiden refinery project in Kamsar, Guinea. The project is expected to reduce the country’s dependence on imported refined products and enhance its balance of payments.

The ‘Hygreen Provence’ project will be developed via this deal which aims to produce, store and distribute green hydrogen. The project will make it possible to produce 1,300 GWh of solar electricity and renewable hydrogen on an industrial scale.

Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation and Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China were present at the launch ceremony of the first-ever pipeline supplies of Russian gas to China via the Power of Siberia gas trunkline.

Located in Miami, Florida, Van Iperen’s new operations are expected to provide superior-quality specialty fertilisers and global crop experience to its US and Latin American customers. The move will strengthen the company’s presence in the country and also support its customers in the region.