The 28th Europump annual meeting and general assembly, held from 21-23 May 2025 at the Hilton Prague Old Town, Czech Republic has concluded. Hosted by the Czech Pump Manufacturers Association (CPMA), the event brought together industry leaders, technical experts, and policymakers for three days of discussions, collaboration, and engagement.
Highlights included George Karkampasis of the European Aluminium Association discussing the transition from the ‘green deal’ to a ‘clean industrial deal’, Michael Michaud of the Hydraulic Institute providing a North American market and policy update, and Oxford Economics presenting the World Pumps Report 2025. Additionally, WEG’s Cassiano Cezario delivered a talk on trends and challenges in electric motors.
Delegates also participated in three parallel working sessions focusing on CE marking, global efficiency alignment, and pump knowledge sharing. These sessions held discussions on regulatory compliance, international efficiency standards, and the consolidation of industry knowledge.
Beyond the formal agenda, attendees enjoyed a social programme, including a historic tram tour through Prague, a national evening at the municipal house, and a gala dinner in the Hilton’s Grand Ballroom. These events provided opportunities for further networking and cultural exchange.
WEG was the event’s gold sponsor, and Anga and Innomotics provided key support as bronze sponsors. Their involvement was a factor in the overall success and enjoyment for all participants.
Europump president Luboš Michlík said, “Hosting the 2025 annual meeting in Prague was both an honour and a testament to our industry’s resilience and unity. The participation and collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout the three days, underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence in the pump sector.”
The Europump annual meeting continues to serve as a platform for advancing the interests of the European pump industry. Plans are already underway for the 2026 meeting, which will be hosted by VDMA, Germany’s national association for mechanical and plant engineering, and staged from 27 -29 May 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Further details will be announced in the coming months.
