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Every Megawatt of AI Capacity Can Make Up To 200,000 Gallons of Clean Water per Day

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Endeavour teams up with Trevi Systems to scale desalination technology driven by data center waste heat and advance zero-discharge solutions that produce clean water without the concentrated brines of conventional desalination plants.

NEW YORK and ROHNERT PARK, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Endeavour and Trevi Systems today announced a strategic partnership to scale heat-driven desalination and brine concentration technology worldwide. Paired with waste heat from Endeavour’s ThermalWorks closed-loop waterless cooling platform, Trevi’s technology can turn a data center from a major consumer of water into a direct water producer. The systems can create up to 200,000 gallons (about 750,000 liters) of clean water a day from brackish groundwater for every megawatt of computing capacity, or about 50,000 gallons per day per MW from oilfield produced water.

Endeavour will first deploy the technology at its own U.S. data centers. Its global supply chain and gigawatt-scale manufacturing capabilities will support broader deployment with hyperscalers and data center operators worldwide.

Desalination plants provide essential freshwater to water-scarce regions, but they also produce large volumes of concentrated brine. For every liter of freshwater, a typical seawater desalination plant sends about a liter and a half of salty brine back to the sea. Eliminating the brine entirely has traditionally been too energy-intensive and expensive for widespread use. Trevi’s technology is designed to overcome that barrier, creating an opportunity to address water scarcity while reducing the environmental impact of desalination.

“Desalination can help address water scarcity, but managing the resulting brine remains a major challenge,” said Jakob Carnemark, founder and CEO of Endeavour. “Every day the world pumps more than a hundred million cubic meters of brine back into the sea. Trevi’s process runs on heat that is normally thrown away, and that changes the arithmetic. A network of data centers that make up to 200,000 gallons of clean water a day per megawatt could be the largest new source of fresh water on Earth. Our own data centers will be the first to prove it.”

“Forward osmosis was always the right physics for brine. What it lacked was well-matched heat at scale, and Endeavour has that,” said John Webley, founder and CEO of Trevi Systems. “Gigawatt-scale manufacturing, projects that reject heat around the clock, and a supply chain that reaches every water-stressed basin on Earth. We have run this process on seawater in Hawaii, on reverse osmosis brine in California and on produced water in California and soon Oman. Now we can build these plants by the hundreds.”

How it works. 
The industry measures a data center’s thirst in liters of water consumed per kilowatt-hour of computing. A conventional evaporatively cooled facility runs at about 1.8 liters/kWh. Endeavour’s ThermalWorks group builds closed-loop, waterless cooling systems, so its data centers consume no water, and it captures the IT load’s heat at the temperature Trevi’s process needs. In Trevi’s forward osmosis system, water is naturally pulled through a membrane by a specialized draw solution, without the high pressure required for reverse osmosis, then the draw solution is regenerated with 60 to 80°C heat. The system removes the salt and contaminants while concentrating the brine to solids, powered almost entirely by waste heat. The result is clean water production of up to 31 liters/kWh of computing. A 100-megawatt campus can become a 20-million-gallon-a-day water plant whose energy is already paid for by the computing beside it.

The problem it solves. 
One person in four, 2.1 billion people worldwide, still lacks safely managed drinking water, according to the UN World Water Development Report 2026. The world’s answer has been desalination, but the brine it leaves behind now totals about 140 million cubic meters a day worldwide, a volume expected to double by mid-century. Reverse osmosis brine is roughly twice as salty as the sea and often carries plant chemicals. It can sink to the bottom of the seabed, harm corals and kill seagrass.

Zero liquid discharge, which evaporates brine to solid salt, is the known fix. It has largely been priced out of municipal desalination because it typically runs on electricity. Conventional brine concentrators draw 16 to 26 kWh/m3 and crystallizers use 52 to 70. Trevi’s high-yield process pairs with heat-driven crystallizers that cut the purchased energy by roughly 85 percent.

Data centers used 415 terawatt-hours of electricity in 2024 and will use about 945 by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency. Put to work this way, the heat from the 2030 fleet could theoretically make more than half the 130 million cubic meters per day of clean water currently produced by every desalination plant on Earth.

Proven in the field. 
Trevi has run its process on the waters that matter: a solar-thermal water plant at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii that made drinking water from seawater with no grid power, a two-year pilot with the Orange County Water District in California that concentrated reverse osmosis brine using waste heat, and oilfield produced-water systems in California and soon Oman. The company holds more than 65 patents in 21 countries.

Two founders who have scaled next-gen technology before. 
Prior to founding Trevi in 2010 to commercialize forward osmosis, John Webley co-founded Advanced Fibre Communications, which reached a $6 billion market capitalization, and founded the optical networking company Turin Networks. Endeavour CEO Jakob Carnemark founded Aligned Energy before founding Endeavour in 2019 to develop and scale a new generation of sustainable data center technologies.

About Endeavour
Endeavour is a technology innovation company focused on redefining infrastructure for the age of AI. The company invents and invests in breakthrough technologies to make data center infrastructure faster and more agile while transforming it into a large-scale solution for climate change and water scarcity. These technologies work as an integrated system. The company’s Edged data center platform delivers the most efficient and scalable AI infrastructure in the industry. Its ThermalWorks cooling and TurboCell power platforms support AI growth while stabilizing the grid and conserving water. Its Voltek Water company builds modular, solar-integrated desalination, purification and atmospheric-water systems that deliver low-cost drinking water from brackish, contaminated and air-sourced water. Endeavour’s vision goes beyond minimizing harm: the company aims to build regenerative systems that restore local resources and generate global benefits. For more information, visit www.endeavourii.com.

About Trevi Systems
Trevi Systems, founded in 2010 and based in Rohnert Park, California, pioneered heat-driven forward osmosis desalination and brine concentration. Its systems use solar-thermal and waste heat rather than high-pressure pumping to produce clean water from seawater, brackish groundwater, produced water and industrial wastewater, and to concentrate brine for minimal and zero liquid discharge and mineral recovery, with pilot and commercial installations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. trevisystems.com 

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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