Valvitalia secures $30m valve contract for major US pipeline project

07/07/2026 05:06 AST

Valvitalia Group has secured a contract worth approximately $30 million to supply valves for the Desert Southwest pipeline, one of the largest energy infrastructure projects currently under development in the southwestern US.

The order includes the design and manufacture of 94 large 48-inch valves, all of which will be engineered and produced at the company's Rivanazzano Terme facility in Italy, with deliveries scheduled throughout 2027.

The contract increases Valvitalia's order backlog to around EUR263 million and strengthens its presence in the Americas, which account for more than 37 per cent of the Group's total bookings.

The company supports its regional operations through its Houston-based subsidiary, Valvitalia US.

The $5.6 billion Desert Southwest pipeline will span approximately 840 kilometres, linking the Permian Basin in Texas and New Mexico to key markets across the southwestern US.

The project is expected to boost regional energy supply and support economic growth and rising demand.

Salvatore Ruggeri, Chairman of Valvitalia, commented: "The award of this important contract confirms the trust our customers place in the expertise, reliability and quality of the solutions we design and manufacture. Contributing to a strategic infrastructure such as Desert Southwest means playing an active role in supporting the energy development of one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States, while once again demonstrating our ability to successfully participate in major international infrastructure projects. This achievement reflects the value of the expertise we have built over the years and the decisive contribution of our people. The strength of our order backlog gives us confidence in our future growth prospects and confirms the effectiveness of our strategy, supported by an increasingly qualified presence in the world's most promising energy markets."

Massimiliano Ruggeri, Executive Vice Chairman of Valvitalia, added: "This contract represents an important recognition of the work we have carried out over the years to strengthen our presence across the Americas and deepen our relationships with leading players in the energy sector. The United States continues to be a key market for Valvitalia, offering significant growth opportunities driven by major investments in energy infrastructure. At the same time, we are maintaining our growth momentum in South America, where we continue to see favourable prospects for business expansion. The quality of the opportunities available and our ongoing dialogue with leading customers give us confidence in the continued development of our presence throughout the region."

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