Torishima is proud to announce its participation as an official partner in the UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2025 campaign. The campaign was officially launched at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 4 March 2025, marking the beginning of a year-long series of events, films, and publications celebrating the contributions of engineers worldwide.
Recognised as a global leader in water pump technology, Torishima’s expertise and insights will play a key role in this international initiative. The WED campaign, operated by UNESCO and the World Federation for Engineering Organisations (WFEO), highlights engineering’s critical role in addressing global challenges and achieving the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
With an estimated global reach of over 100 million individuals, the WED 2025 theme, “Shaping our sustainable future through engineering,” underscores the essential contributions of engineering in creating a more sustainable world. As part of the campaign, Torishima will showcase its dedication to sustainable water management and its efforts in advancing SDG6 – ensuring clean water and sanitation for all.
Gerry Ashe, Director and Deputy CEO of Torishima, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainability:
“Water is an essential resource for life and the sustainability of the planet. At Torishima, our pumping technology enables efficient water management at every stage of the cycle, from catchment to purification and supply. Contributing to SDG6 is part of our identity and commitment to society. We are proud to join in the celebration of World Engineering Day, highlighting the crucial role of engineering in solving the world’s water challenges.”
The campaign, produced by the SJH Group – WED’s official media partner – features a dedicated multimedia hub for Torishima, available on the WED website at Partner stories – Torishima This platform will provide an opportunity to share Torishima’s innovations and contributions in water pump technology with a global audience, fostering dialogue and collaboration across industries. Torishima is honoured to be part of this important initiative, reinforcing our mission to develop innovative and sustainable engineering solutions for the future. Stay tuned for more updates on our participation in WED 2025!
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