Ecolab(US:ECL) Prnewswire·2025-12-17 03:55Core Insights - Ovivo Water Inc. has successfully sold its electronics division to Ecolab for an enterprise valuation of approximately CAD 2.4 billion, marking a significant milestone in Ovivo's history [1][2]. Company Overview - Ovivo is a global provider of equipment, technologies, and systems for water and wastewater treatment, with over 150 years of expertise in the field [5][6]. - The company operates an integrated global platform and employs nearly 700 water treatment experts [6]. Strategic Focus - Following the sale, Ovivo will focus on accelerating organic and inorganic growth in its Municipal/Industrial/PFAS, Energy, and Membrane divisions, while expanding its industrial presence in North America through strategic acquisitions [4]. - The transaction opens new opportunities for the electronics division within Ecolab's global platform, initiating a new growth phase for Ovivo [2]. Leadership Statements - The CEO of Ovivo expressed gratitude to the electronics division employees for their exceptional contributions over the past decade, highlighting their development of world-class expertise in ultra-pure water systems [3]. - The CEO of SKion Water emphasized Ovivo's key role in their growth strategy and the importance of collaboration within the SKion Water portfolio [4].