Aquatech, a global leader in water and process technologies, has announced the acquisition of Singapore-based Century Water, a specialist in ultrapure process water and wastewater recycling solutions for the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Establishing a Global Center of Excellence
Century Water will serve as Aquatech’s dedicated center of excellence for high-tech industries. The focus will be on delivering cutting-edge solutions in high-purity water treatment and digital services. It will also include operations and maintenance (O&M) support, particularly tailored to the growing needs of the global semiconductor industry. This hub positions Aquatech at the forefront of ultrapure water management. It offers end-to-end, long-term water solutions to some of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
A Strategic Fit with Shared Vision
“Century Water has built a truly exceptional team of microelectronics water specialists, and we are thrilled to welcome them to Aquatech,” said Devesh Sharma, CEO of Aquatech. “As water becomes an increasingly critical enabler for industrial operations, this acquisition empowers our semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing clients to scale confidently,” Sharma added.
Michael Lesniak, Vice President for High Technology Markets at Aquatech, added, “Century Water brings deep expertise in high-purity water. Their customer-centric innovation aligns perfectly with Aquatech’s mission. Together, we are pushing boundaries in R&D, process design, and advanced water recycling technologies.”
Accelerating Growth with a Shared Entrepreneurial Spirit
Eugene Liu, CEO, Century Water, expressed, “As an entrepreneur committed to building a leading engineering and technology business, I’m excited to partner with Aquatech to drive the next stage of Century Water’s growth. Together, we can deliver a new generation of pure water treatment, zero liquid discharge, and sustainable recycling solutions to customers worldwide.”
Strategic Foothold in Singapore
The acquisition also includes several O&M and Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) contracts, further expanding Aquatech’s service portfolio. Moreover, it establishes a strategic base in Singapore. The country is a regional hub for innovation, engineering talent, and a global leader in water technology.
As reported by filtsep.com, Aquatech’s strong presence in Singapore enables deeper engagement with East and Southeast Asian industrial clients. It also allows the company to offer closer support and faster deployment of advanced water management technologies.
