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Ovivo Completes Sale of Electronics Division to Ecolab

On December 18, 2025, Ovivo Water Inc. announced the successful sale of its electronics division to Ecolab, a global leader in water solutions and sustainability. This strategic decision is anticipated to unlock new growth opportunities for both entities, allowing each to focus more on their core competencies. The transaction, valued at approximately CAD 2.4 billion, highlights Ovivo's strategic shift towards a more streamlined operational focus.

What This Sale Means for Ovivo

Following this landmark deal, Ovivo is poised to embark on a new journey concentrated on its primary business sectors: Municipal/Industrial/ PFAS, Energy, and Cembrane SiC membranes. Marc Barbeau, Ovivo’s CEO, expressed his gratitude toward the electronics division's employees for their contributions over the years. He emphasized that their teamwork and innovation have established the division as a prominent supplier of ultrapure water systems essential for the global electronics industry.

Transitioning to a more specialized operational focus allows Ovivo to enhance its innovation capabilities, addressing the evolving landscape of water treatment technologies. Barbeau noted the excitement surrounding this new phase, stressing confidence in the expertise and experience of his team as they continue their journey within Ecolab's larger organizational framework.

Ecolab's Vision for the Electronics Division

Ecolab’s acquisition of Ovivo's electronics division not only expands its portfolio but also enhances its capabilities to provide comprehensive water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions. The collaboration is expected to align well with Ecolab's sustainability goals, integrating Ovivo’s high-technology solutions into its existing offerings to better serve its global client base.

Reinhard Huebner, CEO of SKion Water, emphasized the importance of this deal in SKion Water's growth strategy. He mentioned that the focus will now be on accelerating organic and inorganic growth in Ovivo's municipal, energy, and Cembrane divisions while enhancing its industrial presence in North America through strategic acquisitions. This approach aims to strengthen the brand’s market position while optimizing integration capabilities with Ecolab's extensive resources.

The Legacy and Future of Ovivo

Ovivo boasts over 150 years of expertise in water treatment and is recognized for its advanced technologies and patented products. The company has built a solid reputation in delivering cost-effective, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable water treatment solutions for diverse markets. This acquisition allows them to focus on their vast installed base of water treatment equipment, offering necessary parts and services to clients effectively.

As Ovivo embraces this new chapter, it aims to nurture its legacy as a leader in the water treatment sector while exploring innovative solutions that meet the escalating global demand for clean and safe water. The future looks bright as the company aligns itself with new partnerships and drives further innovation in a continually evolving industry.

Stay tuned for updates on Ovivo's journey post-acquisition, as they embark on this exciting new phase with renewed vigor and focus.

For more information about their services and innovations, visit www.ovivowater.com. Follow them on social media @Ovivo on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest updates.