The 2025 program featured a mix of keynote presentations, technical sessions, and working groups. 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 fostered in-depth discussions on regulatory compliance, international efficiency standards, and the consolidation of industry knowledge.
Beyond the formal agenda, attendees enjoyed a rich social program, including a historic tram tour through Prague, a National Evening at the Municipal House, and a Gala Dinner.
Reflecting on the event's success, 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 enthusiastic participation and collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout the three days, underscores our collective commitment to innovation and excellence in the pump sector.”
Plans are already well underway for the 2026 meeting, which will be hosted by VDMA, Germany’s national association for mechanical and plant engineering, from 27–29 May in Frankfurt.
