Noticias sobre Asia Pacific

AUD 113 million Western Port recycled water scheme brings climate resilience to Victorian farmers
Construction has officially begun on a AUD 113.2 million recycled water scheme in Victoria's south-east that will transform agricultural water supply across one of Australia's key food-producing regions.

Sunwater appoints David Hourigan as interim CEO while search for permanent leader continues
Australian bulk water service provider Sunwater has appointed David Hourigan as interim Chief Executive Officer, effective 8 June 2026, as the organisation continues its search for a permanent leader.

Stantec appoints Rob Clout to lead geospatial growth and advisory services in Australia
Stantec has named Rob Clout as Geospatial Growth and Advisory Lead for Australia, reinforcing its focus on helping clients leverage spatial data and geospatial technologies to support decision-making across infrastructure and community development projects.

Maynilad expands ceramic ultrafiltration deployment at Putatan Water Treatment Plant 1
Philippine water utility Maynilad Water Services, Inc.

Beca expands Queensland presence through acquisition of CQG Consulting
Engineering and professional services consultancy Beca has strengthened its footprint in Australia through the acquisition of Queensland-based environmental and planning specialist CQG Consulting, a move aimed at expanding its capabilities in regional markets and supporting growth across key sectors.

India turns to satellite technology and mission-driven research to tackle water security
India's Ministry of Jal Shakti, the government body responsible for water resources, and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have signed a memorandum of understanding to place satellite-based observation, remote sensing and geospatial intelligence at the core of India's water governance.

AI-powered video monitoring supports river restoration in Taiwan
AI-powered video monitoring is giving researchers continuous, non-intrusive visibility over a restored river ecosystem in Taiwan, expanding the reach of ecological monitoring well beyond what periodic field visits can achieve.

Groundwater treatment integrated into Alkimos design to improve drinking water quality
The decision by the Alkimos Seawater Alliance to incorporate a groundwater treatment plant into the design of the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Western Australia is leading to safer, more sustainable drinking water.

EIB Global and EU back Papua New Guinea water expansion project benefiting 400,000 people
Papua New Guinea is set to expand access to drinking water through a new financing package led by EIB Global, the development branch of the European Investment Bank (EIB), aimed at strengthening water infrastructure across the country.

From “we own the river” to “we are the river”: Victoria’s new waterway strategy
Victoria's new 10-year strategy for rivers, wetlands and estuaries puts climate realism and Indigenous co-governance at the centre of waterway management.

Wannon Water installs floating solar array at key Victorian reservoir
Australian water utility Wannon Water has commissioned one of the country's largest floating solar installations at Brierly Basin in Warrnambool, Victoria, in a move that combines renewable energy generation with the operational demands of drinking water supply.

Hunter Water expands digital metering pilot to tackle water loss
Hunter Water is expanding its collaboration with US technology company Itron as part of a pilot programme aimed at improving water management and reducing losses across its network in New South Wales, Australia.

Manila Water taps technology and source diversification to weather El Niño threat
Philippine utility Manila Water has put in place a broad set of operational and infrastructure measures to secure continuous supply for its 7.9 million customers in Metro Manila's East Zone, as the country's weather agency warns of a developing El Niño that could bring severe dry spells and drought conditions across the country.

Jacobs-Stantec selected as engineering partner for Greater Western Water infrastructure program
Greater Western Water has appointed a joint venture between Jacobs and Stantec as its engineering services partner for a five-year infrastructure planning and delivery program aimed at strengthening water services in Melbourne’s fast-growing western region.

VA Tech WABAG appoints Bhupesh Chowdary Nagineni as Deputy Managing Director
VA Tech WABAG has announced the appointment of Bhupesh Chowdary Nagineni as Deputy Managing Director, adding a senior executive with extensive international infrastructure and industrial project experience to its leadership team.

AECOM-Aurecon joint venture to support Greater Western Water’s long-term infrastructure planning
Greater Western Water has appointed Thrive, a joint venture between AECOM and Aurecon, as its strategic planning partner for a five-year infrastructure planning and delivery program aimed at supporting growth in Melbourne’s western communities.

Va Tech Wabag to build new wastewater plant in Delhi
Water treatment firm Va Tech Wabag has been awarded a contract by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to build and operate a new wastewater treatment facility in the Indian capital.

Indian city of Thane taps smart meters to curb water loss and sharpen billing
Technology company Itron has finished installing a smart water metering system for the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), the local government of Thane in western India, the company announced May 18.

Southern Rural Water names Scott Cornish as Managing Director
Southern Rural Water has appointed Scott Cornish as its new Managing Director following a nationwide recruitment process that drew more than 120 applications.

Flocean and WaterConnect sign agreement to develop subsea desalination project in the Maldives
Flocean and WaterConnect have signed a development agreement to jointly prepare and structure a subsea desalination project in the Maldives, intended to supply water to Malé and Hulhumalé.