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Fluence secures substantial contracts in Italy and North America
Cerafiltec technology features in MBR projects on four continents
Battery membrane has the potential to extend the cruise range of EVs
NX Filtration technology helps produce water for Canadian First Nation community
Further functions are added to Lanxess’ LewaPlus design software
De Nora technology plays key role in hydrogen production hub
Aquaporin provides membranes for innovative water treatment technology project
French bakery reuses wastewater it produces by employing Veolia technology
SciMed distributes Analytik Jena’s TOC and TNB analysers in the UK
Workshop covers alternative test methods using multivariate spectroscopy

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De.mem receives its first order for GO-enhanced membrane cartridges
Nanofiltration elements offer increased efficiency for dairy processors
Saudi desalination plant employs Toray reverse osmosis membranes
Microelectronics firm harnesses environmental benefits of Memsift's MD technology
Agreement highlights benefits of using LiqTech's technology in the oil and gas sector
Decarbonisation and renewable energy drive gas separation membranes market
Fatigue-resistant membranes improve fuel cell durability
Nano-composite membrane enables filtration system to produce clean water economically
Polymer membranes have the potential to reshape how refineries process crude oil
Canister-contained coated carbon fibres make DAC cheaper and more efficient

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Polyamide 66 hybrid TiO2–pectin flat-sheet membrane applied to wetland water ultrafiltration
Robust membrane makes clean water production more affordable for developing countries
Mixed-bed resin produces ultra-pure water for fault-free semiconductor manufacturing
DuPont launches its first ion exchange resin for green hydrogen production
QUA adds three new membrane technologies to its range of water treatment products
Pharmaceuticals firm embraces Memsift technology on a commercial scale

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H2O Innovation set to be acquired by Ember, investors and key executives
NF membranes enable lithium to be produced from more sustainable sources
Osmoses secures funding to help it commercialise gas purification technology
Evonik invests in hollow-fibre membrane facilities in Austria
Sturdier membrane developed to withstand harsh environments
Antifouling treatment enables membranes to deal with oil and grease
Joint project demonstrates use of biomimetic low-energy RO membrane
Memsift to set up global engineering hub in India underscoring the country's potential as a centre for innovation
Further functionality targeting the food industry is added to versatile ion-exchange engineering tool

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Joint research aims to improve the way energy is used in desalination
Companies work together to produce green hydrogen from seawater
Mining industry project in India uses IDE Technologies’ WWTP
Regulation drives demand for new fuel cell membranes
Non-iridium PEM electrolyser set to bring down costs of hydrogen production
Asahi Kasei joins forum to support decarbonisation in the USA
Osmoflo helps supply high-quality drinking water in New South Wales
Graphene-based process produces higher yields of hydrogen peroxide
Mollusc “adhesive” inspires development of membrane surface coating
Latest Multibore UF membranes deliver substantial increase in performance

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Cerafiltec inaugurates CFM production facility in Germany
NX Filtration and Aqualia strengthen their relationship
Lanxess appoints distributor in China for its ion exchange resins
Memsift forms partnership to enhance membrane manufacturing
Veolia set to design and deliver energy-efficient desalination plant in Abu Dhabi
H2O Innovation secures large orders and makes an inroad into Israeli market

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Research results further support battery separator's enhanced capabilities
Tests verify high durability of all-carbon CO2 separation membrane
IPF helps instrument maker ensure zeta potential analyser meets highest quality standards
Memsift helps recover nickel from semiconductor industry wastewater
Partnership aims to deliver next-generation brine concentration technology
Lithium extraction project in China uses LG Chem's RO membranes
Water reclamation plant employs multiple membrane technologies
Membrane filtration plants set to benefit from cartridge filter CIP process
Hydrocarbon-based PEM and polymer exceed industry durability targets

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Screening process provides a way of testing and identifying non-PGM catalyst materials
Toray Industries’ membranes play an important role in the battery industry
DuPont membranes support industrial water users in India's petrochemical sector
Acquisition set to unite companies that focus on solving water problems worldwide
Further patent issued to protect Memsift Innovations’ technology
Hot-water sanitisable UF membrane module produces high purity water
Agreements extend reach of LiqTech's ceramic membrane technology and products
Partnership aims to increase efficiency and lower emissions in the energy sector
IPF validates zeta potential analyser measurement results

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Separator improves performance of existing battery technologies
Membrane-based system helps breweries produce non-alcoholic beer more sustainably
Ultralow-pressure RO membrane element enhances neutral molecule rejection
Membrion receives funding for membrane monitoring system and forms strategic partnership
Memsift builds resource recovery plant in India that reduces CO2 emissions
LiqTech SiC ceramic membrane filters are used for MEG recovery
APAC firms collaborate on the development of hydrogen electrolyser technologies
Study forecasts CAGR of 6.5% for hollow-fibre filtration market to 2028
Johnson Matthey and Honeywell work together to produce blue hydrogen

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Use of membrane technology to enhance the integration of hydrogen into processing and manufacturing
De.mem acquires remaining stake in German subsidiary and signs mining site contract
Memsift MD technology recovers chemicals from microelectronics industrial effluent
US patent protects Evonik's membrane-based process for efficient biogas upgrading
Distribution agreement set to help LiqTech commercialise water treatment technology
IDE invests to increase focus on energy, carbon management and resource recovery fields
Ethanol producer replaces molecular sieves with membrane separation technology

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Chinese wastewater treatment facility uses Toray membrane technology
Johnson Matthey and Sinopec Capital jointly work on low carbon technologies
H2O Innovation renews O&M contracts and is awarded new projects
De.mem forms partnership to commercialise GO membrane technology
Acquired technology helps KSS launch process for lithium extraction and refinement
Battery cell manufacturer uses Celgard’s membrane separators
Licensing agreements enable Tetra to create sustainable markets for produced water
Aquaporin works with educational institutions for more sustainable water management in the Canary Islands
Research aims to develop an energy-efficient way of capturing CO2 directly from the atmosphere
Unconventional membranes for direct air carbon capture
Membrane-based module substantially reduces carbon dioxide emissions from hydrogen purification processes

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Membrane protection: how pre-filtration extends service life and cuts costs
ISS again provides test bed for Aquaporin membrane technology
Evoqua buys US ion-exchange resins and water treatment products companies
Ceramic membranes play pivotal role in purifying valuable protein
De.mem extends service agreement with Australian mining company
Multibillion-dollar investment creates green production facility in Oman
UAE sea-water desalination plant employs Toray's RO membranes
Large protein capture devices increase productivity for antibody purification

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Major investment enables DuPont's OxyMem to develop efficient and reliable production technology
Joint venture developing food-ready TFO membranes expands to strengthen commercial efforts
Over 1000 reference plants worldwide highlight the versatility of Evonik's membrane technology
Acquisition enhances De.mem's ability to cross-sell membrane-based systems
Fluence secures first contract in China for MABR plant upgrade
Demand worldwide for POU water systems set to grow by 9.3% per year
Aquaporin forms partnership to distribute its FO products in North America
H2O Innovation expands UK speciality chemicals plant
Technology demonstrates exceptional TSS and total phosphorus removal
France's largest biomethane production facility comes on stream
Advent Technologies introduces next-generation HT-PEM MEAs
Filtration system helps to prevent pollution caused by effluent from boats

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3D-printing has the potential to deliver ceramic membranes with transformational performance gains
Substantially reducing CO2 emissions in food and beverage manufacturing and biotechnology processes
Membrane for industrial exhaust gas treatment possesses high separation factor
Water desalination equipment market expected to reach U$22.79 billion by 2028
Osmoflo contracted to deliver major RO plant for saline water treatment in Australia
Membranes extract valuable fibres – turning waste into sellable ingredients
TFF systems bring large-scale performance to single-use filtration and purification
H2O Innovation's Piedmont secures international orders for housings and couplings
Asahi Kasei constructs assembly plant to expand filter production capacity
End-users are encouraged to investigate a wide range of filtration options
Inaugurated RO facility ranked as the world's largest by Guinness World Records
Defence contractor adds desalination systems to is marine services
IDE Water Technologies nominated for GWI award

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Microfiltration products support the sterilisation of liquids and gases in different industry sectors
Fluence secures its first Niroflex contract in Egypt
Sartorius acquires Novasep's chromatography division
Supply agreement sees LiqTech membranes used for treating drinking water
UF technology from DuPont turns sea water into drinking water in Latin America
New approach to funding aims to help pilot and scale promising technology
Upgrade filter elements have enhanced performance and reduce energy costs
Unilever offers consumers a convenient way to access fresh water
Strong growth forecast for RO and MBR markets worldwide
Lanxess ion exchange resin reduces wastewater and use of chemicals at chlor-alkali process plant
Smart membrane replacement increases efficiency and reduces operating costs

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Electrochemistry and fermentation combine to increase biofuel yields and recycle CO2
Membrane-based technology aims to eliminate energy waste and reduce CO2 emissions
Effect of backwashing process on the performance of an interlayer-free silica–pectin membrane applied to wetland saline water pervaporation
Memsift receives US patent for its core MD technology
Membrane-based filter developed for use in commercial infrastructure
De.mem MBR system to be deployed under extreme weather conditions
Ion exchange resin efficiently treats brine at chlor-alkali facility
Northeast USA acquisitions strengthen H2O Innovation's O&M business
Syringe filters improve reliability of experimental results
ABB set to use AFC Energy fuel-cell incorporating latest AEM technology
Consortium supports development of regenerative tourism project
Investment in SiC membrane plant follows Cembrane joining Ovivo

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G2O rebrands to reflect growth strategy and development of new membrane technology
Funding set to help US firm develop separation technology that wastes less energy
Cembrane drives growth of its SiC membrane technology by joining Ovivo
Ion exchange resins reliably treat water containing PFAS
Web application provides guidance for engineers designing membrane systems
Power utility in India uses hydrogen-generating plant from Technip Energies
Aquaporin launches its first series of brackish water RO membranes
OxyMem MABR set to play major role in carbon reduction project
Grundfos helps to address India's water and environmental challenges
Demand continues to grow for water reuse and desalination technologies
Single name unites Air Products’ membrane business units
Collaboration has the potential to unlock low-cost hydrogen production
De Nora part of DOE-funded project to develop emissions-free biofuel technology
Proprietary thermal separation process and hydrophobic membranes show their versatility
Confirming NX Filtration's NF capabilities using pilot testing
Containerised electrolyser produces green hydrogen to replace fossil fuels

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Memsift works with fibre producer to pilot membranes for resource recovery applications 1
Sumitomo and KMX Technologies jointly develop membrane distillation technology 1 & 14
BOOT agreements highlight success of De.mem’s strategy 2
Asahi, SEMCORP form company for Li-ion battery separators 2
Agreement focuses on optimising and selling Aspiral MABR plants 3
Self-cleaning filter is designed for high solids removal 3
Toray receives RO membrane order for Rabigh 3 facility 3
Ion-exchange resin upgraded for use in the electronics sector 4
Enapter receives first order for its containerised electrolyser for green hydrogen production 14

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Making large-scale reactions more energy efficient 4
H2O’s speciality chemicals protect membranes at UAE plant 6
Hydranautics helps produce drinking water for Chilean city 7
GO-enhanced membranes expand De.mem’s IP portfolio 8

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Patents 9
Events Calendar 14

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De.mem introduces proprietary membrane technology enhanced by graphene oxide 1
Asahi Kasei and Recherche 2000 services target membrane-based chlor-alkali electrolysis 1
Seccua purchase grows Mann+Hummel’s water filtration portfolio 2
NX Filtration helps to reduce paper mills’ water footprint 2
Veolia invests in its mobile water services in the Middle East 2
Toray and Siemens aim to produce green hydrogen 3
Power plant in Chile uses IDE’s MAXH2O Desalter technology 3
KMU supplies MBR system for US water reclamation facility 4
UHP RO achieves high water recovery in Southeast Asia 4
3M joins Water Resilience Coalition 4
Evonik constructs new hollow-fibre spinning plant at its site in Schörfling, Austria 14

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Osmoflo plays major role in mine’s rehabilitation programme 5
Spacer patterns are printed directly onto membranes 7

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Comparison of ceramic α-alumina and modified γ-alumina membranes for H2 separation 8

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In Brief 3
Patents 11
Events Calendar 14

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Swiss firm distributes Evonik’s PuraMem organic solvent NF membranes in Europe 1
Israel’s largest desalination plant Sorek B employs DuPont’s FilmTec membranes 1
NX Filtration’s NF membranes treat wastewater in India 2
Asahi Kasei expands production capacity 2
Oxis acquisition helps JM scale up CCM production 2
PWT and Genesys now operate as a single group 3
Rabigh 3 produces its first permeate stream 4
Petrobras FPSO platforms employ SUEZ membranes 4
Whitefox helps improve efficiency at Golden Grain Energy 4
3D printing is set to improve the efficiency of spiral-wound RO membranes 14

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Voltea helps secure water supply for manufacturer in South Africa 5
Energy-saving ultrafiltration membrane removes viruses 7
Solving water scarcity using artificial intelligence 8
Clarifier eliminates process steps to simplify purification 9

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In Brief... 3
Patents 9
Events Calendar 14

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G2O awarded first commercial business contract for industrial wastewater treatment 1
Aquatech and Upwell Water form joint venture 1 & 16
Aemion+ now offered for industrial-scale water electrolysis 2
Aquaporin works with Ökotek to clean wastewater in Turkey 2
Water treatment and medical membranes set to drive global market 3
GEA technology produces raw material for Li-ion batteries 3
Filtration package drives down costs for manufacturers 4
De.mem posts strong half-year results 4
Service provides real-time visibility of water usage 4
De Nora acquires Calgon Carbon’s UV Technologies Division 16

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Evonik technology is used to upgrade raw biogas in Belgium 5
DuPont and Waterise work on subsea desalination technology 7

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Industrial experience with Fukushima Daiichi accident wastewater treatment: Part II 8

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In Brief 3
Patents 13
Events Calendar 16