- In July 2024, Kovalus Separation Solutions invested over $20 million in a new 140,000-square-foot facility in Mexico, dedicated to spiral membrane element assembly. This expansion aims to boost production capacity by 50%, meeting the increasing demand across the food, beverage, life science, and industrial sectors..
- In March 2024, Toray Industries developed a durable reverse osmosis membrane designed to maintain superior removal performance for industrial wastewater treatment. This advancement ensures long-term water quality, addressing the growing need for efficient and sustainable water purification solutions in industrial applications.
- In May 2024, Veolia Water Technologies signed an agreement to expand its operations in Wuxi, China, partnering with the Administrative Committee of Wuxi National High-Tech Industrial Development Zone. This move aims to enhance Veolia's capabilities in providing advanced water treatment solutions in the Asia-Pacific region.
- In February 2023, Solecta Inc. and The Lubrizol Corporation announced a partnership to develop and market novel membrane solutions. This collaboration focuses on improving productivity and driving greater efficiencies in the global separations industry, leveraging each company's expertise in membrane technology.
- In June 2023, Hydranautics, a Nitto Group Company, introduced a new line of spiral membranes with improved fouling resistance and longer lifespan. These enhancements aim to optimize performance and reduce maintenance costs, addressing challenges in various applications such as water treatment and industrial processes.



