The Future of Water

Strategic Moves Reshaping the Water Sector


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In this episode, Reese Tisdale sits down with Keith Hays, VP & Managing Director at Bluefield Research, to discuss major developments in the water sector that signal a broader shift toward water-centric strategies. Together, they break down the strategic moves by key players and explore their implications for utilities, industries, and technology providers.

Key topics in this discussion include:

  • Georg Fischer’s pivot to exclusively water and flow solutions: How divesting non-core businesses and acquiring Uponor is strengthening its market position in industrial and high-value sectors like semiconductors.
  • Ecolab’s acquisition of Barclay Water Management: Strengthening industrial water treatment expertise with proprietary technologies and a consumables-driven revenue model.
  • Veralto’s investment in Axine Water Technologies: This investment underscores the sector’s shift toward digital innovation, with industrial water applications emerging as prime targets for growth.
  • Reese and Keith also dive into the broader trends driving these transformations, including the rise of high-tech solutions like real-time monitoring, the industrial focus on semiconductors and data centers, and the impact of major infrastructure investments. With insights on scalability, innovation, and competitive dynamics, this episode highlights how companies are positioning themselves for a water-driven future.

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    Related Research & Analysis:

    • Ecolab M&A Targets High Tech, Data Water Management
    • Georg Fischer Unlocks Value with Water Focus
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