Noticias sobre Australia
Not all gas coolers are equal
Whether you want to recover waste heat from exhaust gases or remove moisture from biogas to improve plant performance and operational longevity, various designs of heat exchanger are available.
CIMIC wins US$106 million contract to upgrade Orchard Hills Water Plant in Sydney
CIMIC Group, through its subsidiary CPB Contractors, has been selected by Sydney Water to deliver the Orchard Hills Water Filtration Plant upgrade in Sydney, Australia.
Water infrastructure upgrades in New South Wales progress under Murray–Darling Basin SDLAM program
Progress is accelerating on a suite of water infrastructure works across southern New South Wales under projects funded through the Sustainable Diversion Limit Adjustment Mechanism (SDLAM), supporting environmental objectives of the Murray–Darling Basin Plan while maintaining water availability for communities and agriculture.
Unitywater adds Abergeldie to its collaborative delivery partnership
Unitywater has expanded its collaborative delivery partnership with the inclusion of infrastructure contractor Abergeldie, strengthening capacity to deliver the utility’s $2 billion capital investment program across South East Queensland.
Colliers agrees US$700m acquisition of Spain-based engineering firm Ayesa Engineering
Colliers, the global professional services and investment management group, has agreed to acquire Ayesa Engineering, the engineering arm of Spain’s Ayesa Group, in a deal valued at approximately US$700 million.
Nanarup advances to detailed studies as preferred desalination location in Western Australia
Nanarup has been identified as the preferred location for a proposed small-scale seawater desalination plant aimed at strengthening long-term water security for Western Australia’s Lower Great Southern region.
SUEZ wins sludge dewatering contract for Hong Kong’s largest cavern sewage plant
SUEZ has been awarded the contract for supplying a sludge dewatering solution for the Relocation of Sha Tin Sewage Treatment Works to Caverns by the Drainage Services Department (DSD) of the Hong Kong SAR Government.
Netmore acquires Actility to lead global transformation of massive IoT
The acquisition unifies global LoRaWAN® ecosystem, turning years of market fragmentation into a new world of connections.
New solar desalination design tackles salt buildup barrier
Researchers from Monash University in Australia and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay have developed a novel solar-powered desalination system that addresses a key limitation in many existing designs by preventing salt clogging, according to a new study published in Advanced Science.
South East Water hits 200,000 digital meter milestone
South East Water has reached a major milestone in its digital water rollout, with 200,000 digital meters now installed across Melbourne’s south-east and the Mornington Peninsula.
ACCIONA to upgrade the Malabar wastewater system in Sydney, Australia
ACCIONA has begun work on the first of two project packages under the plan, focusing on the upgrade of the Liverpool and Glenfield Water Resource Recovery Facilities.
Southern Waters announces first leadership appointments as new entity takes shape
Southern Waters has appointed its first two senior leaders, marking a significant milestone in the establishment of what will be the largest multi-council water services organisation in the South Island of New Zealand.
Mergers and acquisitions in the global water sector: Trends and key deals of 2025
The global water industry entered 2025 navigating a markedly more cautious mergers and acquisitions environment compared with the record activity of the previous year.
Almar Water Solutions acquires full ownership of its Australian subsidiary
The company finalises the acquisition of the remaining 30% of its Australian subsidiary, having initially acquired a 70% stake in December 2022. The rebranding to Almar Water Solutions Australia was completed in June 2025, consolidating its role as a key regional platform for the group.
Melbourne businesses save 70 million litres through smart water monitoring
Yarra Valley Water is working with businesses to cut operating costs and improve water efficiency through the Victorian Government’s WaterSmart program, which saved 70 million litres of water and $366,000 in bills last financial year.
UTA takes full ownership of Sydney Desalination Plant
Utilities Trust of Australia (UTA), managed by infrastructure manager Morrison, has acquired the 60% stake in the Sydney Desalination Plant (SDP) previously held by Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (Ontario Teachers’).
Establishing a regional water hub: Almar Water Solutions in Australia and Asia-Pacific
Australia is confronted with some of the world’s most acute water challenges, shaped by its unique geography, climatic extremes, and the uneven distribution of its population.
AUD 983 million Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline advances Central Queensland’s water future
The AUD 983 million Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline (FGP) project has reached a key stage of delivery, with all pipes now installed along the 117-kilometre route linking the Lower Fitzroy River to Gladstone’s water network.
TasWater advances Launceston Sewer Transformation, part of major AUD 435m infrastructure programme
TasWater is progressing with one of the most significant environmental and infrastructure initiatives in its history: the Launceston Sewer Transformation (LST) Project.
“I see YV Water as a climate leader, helping people and the water sector build a resilient future”
As one of Australia’s most progressive water utilities, Yarra Valley Water is known for its strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and community outcomes.