Grenzebach and IRQGYP signed a contract to expand gypsum production capacity in Iraq.

FIMAN Biotechnology commenced construction of the Phase II project of its Changchun Jingyue factory in Jilin Province, China. The project is planned to invest 300 million RMB, bringing total investment at the site to nearly 1 billion RMB. The new phase will build a digital production system and automated lines for active collagen.

Denso has withdrawn its full acquisition proposal for semiconductor manufacturer ROHM after ROHM's board rejected the offer. The deal was valued at up to 1.3 trillion yen (approximately $82 billion).

Edwards Lifesciences is building a new heart valve manufacturing plant in Moncada, Spain. Construction is advancing and the plant is expected to start operations in 2027.

Cryogenic Technology Resources, a TransTech Group platform company, has acquired Allcryo, a Montgomery, Texas provider of industrial and cryogenic gas equipment, storage tanks and pump service.

Virginia Artesian Bottling has installed a Polypack WR-I wraparound case packer at its Hanover, Virginia plant to handle multiple bottle formats and shift private-label packaging from shrink wrap to recycled corrugated cases.

HS, acquired in 2025, has become part of Inoxihp, with its know-how, staff and activities moving into Inoxihp facilities in Nova Milanese and Paderno Dugnano, Italy, from May 2026.

ITT Inc completed its US$4.8 billion acquisition of SPX Flow. The completion is listed in the Q1 2026 pumps M&A roundup.

Arcline Investment Management entered a definitive agreement to acquire Hydraulics International, a US provider of ground support equipment, mobile test systems and specialized pumps. Customers include aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

FCH completed the acquisition of Axiflow Technologies, a maker of sanitary twin-screw pumps for food, beverage and pharmaceutical users. The deal is listed in the Q1 2026 pumps M&A roundup.

Torishima Pump Mfg signed an agreement to acquire all shares of Shin Nippon Machinery from Sumitomo Heavy Industries. Shin Nippon Machinery makes steam turbines and pumps mainly for the petrochemical sector.

Flowserve signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Valves Division of Trillium Flow Technologies for US$490 million in cash. The deal strengthens Flowserve's position in nuclear and power generation markets.

DXP Enterprises completed the acquisition of Colorado-headquartered Ambiente H2O, expanding its water and wastewater platform in the US Mountain West. The deal is listed in the Q1 2026 pumps M&A roundup.

Michelin plans to acquire Flexitallic, a maker of high-performance sealing solutions, to expand into higher value-added markets. The deal was reported in the Q1 2026 pumps M&A roundup.

Energy Steel and Supply Co will merge with Hayward Tyler Inc, a supplier of pumps and motors for the energy sector. The roundup was published 28 April 2026 and covers Q1 2026 developments.

Andritz received an order to supply a complete paper production line for General Emballage's new Algerian mill, including the widest and highest-capacity paper machine in Africa. The order value is in the low three-digit million euro range.

CNOOC Shell Petrochemicals awarded a framework contract for low-temperature (-46C) carbon steel and stainless steel gate, globe and check valves for its Phase III ethylene project in Huizhou, Guangdong. The winning bid was CNY 14,555,785.38 including VAT, announced 28 April 2026.

TIL Limited acquired a majority stake in Tulip Compression Private Limited, which packages, assembles and maintains gas compression equipment for CNG and LNG applications. The transaction was reported on 28 April 2026.

TIL Limited, an Indian heavy-equipment and defence engineering company, announced a rights issue of equity shares. The rights issue was reported in a press release dated 28 April 2026.

SIG plans a two-phase expansion of its Querétaro plant to double capacity from 1.5 to 3 billion packages per year by 2028. The project is expected to create about 40 direct jobs and relocate some production from Europe.

Sulzer will supply centrifugal pumps, spare parts and aftermarket services across Aramco's global operations under a five-year deal with a three-year extendable option. The order was reported on 28 April 2026.

COMINEX was awarded a contract worth €1,284,668 for the supply of stone for the GLO project (PRG) by buyer Groupement TRANSAMO/La SET on behalf of Syndicat des Mobilités de Touraine.

Daikin Industries (Thailand) Ltd. and Toyota Tsusho NEXTY Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd. established a joint venture, Daikin Toyota Tsusho Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd., in Bangkok to develop embedded software for air conditioning equipment. The JV has a registered capital of 40 million Thai Baht, with Daikin holding 51% and Toyota Tsusho 49%.

Occitanie Géotex, supported by Groupe MAGELLIM, has launched construction of a production plant for biosourced geotextiles in Laroque d'Olmes, Ariège, France, with a €1 million fundraising and plans to create 40 direct jobs.

Starkenberger Baustoffwerke GmbH has been awarded a framework agreement by Wismut GmbH for the supply of up to 66,000 tonnes of clay/loam material (sealing layer material) for mining purposes, valued at €710,820.

Kotronis Packaging announced a €33.48 million strategic investment to expand and modernize its production facility in Malama, Dorida, Greece, adding 29 new production lines and creating 65 jobs.

Microchip Technology completed a $4.9 million expansion of its Tuscaloosa plant, adding 15,000 square feet of manufacturing space and creating 14 new jobs. The facility produces hydrogen maser atomic clocks for timing systems.

INTECH has won a contract to design and implement the Electrical Control System for a major gas extraction project in West Africa. The client is a major international energy operator.

DESHAZO completed a large-scale crane and automation integration project for Novelis' new aluminum recycling and rolling mill in Bay Minette, Alabama, delivering 18 custom cranes ranging from 10 to 200 tons. The project was DESHAZO's largest single purchase order to date.

FyterTech Nonwovens, a manufacturer of fluid management and environmental safety solutions, acquired Spill Solutions Canada (ESP Canada), a long-standing partner in the Canadian market. The acquisition forms Fytertech Nonwovens Canada Ltd.

Republic Wire recently completed a significant expansion program at its Cincinnati manufacturing facility that will be fully online by the end of 2026, increasing production capacity by approximately 30%.

Nexans signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Republic Wire, a US manufacturer of low-voltage copper and aluminum wire products headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The deal strengthens Nexans' presence in the US low-voltage cable market.

MACOM Technology Solutions will enter into Long-Term Supply Agreements with IQE plc for epitaxial services and invest £45 million in IQE through equity and a convertible loan note, with board representation.

Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and Grupo México signed a definitive agreement to combine their power generation assets, creating a platform with 4,510 MW capacity and a 5,000 MW pipeline, with Grupo México owning 70% and GIP 30%.

Meropa Resources, a citizen-owned company, secured a contract for bulk mining works at MMG's Khoemacau Copper Mine expansion in Botswana, including box cuts at Zeta and support works at Mango and Zone 5, financed by CEDA.

Voilàp Group has acquired Stürtz Group, a German manufacturer of automated machinery for PVC processing, strengthening its position in the window and façade industry machinery sector.

Bosch will invest R$1 billion in Brazil to expand production capacity for electric and hybrid vehicle components and localize battery production for power tools.

ITI Group has been selected by Fazer to design and implement the Manufacturing Execution System for its new €400 million factory in Lahti, Finland.

Banelec has completed a £500,000 contract to design and deliver an assisted lifting system for engine fan cases for a global aerospace OEM.

Kuwait's CAPT approved the award of a $371 million contract to a joint venture of HEISCO and VA Tech Wabag for Phase 2 of the Doha SWRO desalination plant, including supply, erection, operation and maintenance.

Ondas Inc. completed its merger with US defense contractor Mistral Inc. in a $175 million transaction, adding $264 million in contracted backlog and access to US Army and Special Operations contracts.

A joint venture between Hassan Allam Holding and AlBawani Holding Company was awarded a $490 million contract by Diriyah Company to build the Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art in Diriyah.

Microchip Technology opened a new 15,000-square-foot facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to increase production of its MHM-2020 Active Hydrogen Maser and reduce lead times.

Vipul Organics' unit AdiMem Technologies commenced commercial sales of indigenously developed RO and UF membranes, manufactured at its Sayakha, Gujarat facility using proprietary Reverse Phase Transition technology.

Shanghai Electric's subsidiary won a bid to supply high and low voltage cabinets for DayOne's hyperscale data center in Lahti, Finland. The total potential capacity is 128 MW, with the first 50 MW expected operational in 2027.

Metzke announced a $22 million investment in a new advanced manufacturing facility in East Rockingham, Western Australia, more than doubling its footprint. The company plans to relocate from Canning Vale in 2027.

Apollo Global Management Inc. agreed to buy Forvia SE's auto interiors business for an enterprise value of €1.82 billion ($2.1 billion). The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

Tabreed Bahrain appointed Arabian International Company as EPC contractor for the expansion of its chilled water network in the northern seafront area of Manama. The expansion will add 12,000 Refrigeration Tonnes (RT) of cooling capacity, with operations scheduled to commence in summer 2027.

Transformers and Rectifiers (India) Limited secured a $16.25 million international export order from PDC AK LPIV, LLC for the manufacturing and delivery of 5 high-capacity transformers. The order is scheduled for completion by mid-2027.

Twyford International has broken ground on the Twyford Guinea Ceramics Project in Kindia City, Guinea's first modern ceramic manufacturing facility. The $100 million project spans 720,000 square meters with a daily capacity of 70,000 square meters and is scheduled to commence production in 2027.