Eurazeo has acquired Water Direct, a leading provider of alternative water services in the UK, for an undisclosed amount. This corporate acquisition sees Eurazeo take full ownership of Water Direct, marking a significant strategic move into essential infrastructure services. The transaction is a direct purchase of the company, not a funding round.
Water Direct specializes in the nationwide transport and supply of bulk volumes of drinking water. The company operates a comprehensive fleet including rigid tankers with capacities from 10,000 to 15,000 litres and articulated tankers up to 30,000 litres. With over 27 years of experience, Water Direct provides a range of critical services, from emergency water supply and bottled water delivery to planned bulk supply and temporary water tanks. It serves a diverse client base across water utilities, facilities management, industry, manufacturing, and public sectors, ensuring uninterrupted water access 24/7, 365 days a year. Its offerings include its WaterTight assured response service for emergency situations.
This acquisition is strategically driven by Water Direct’s established market leadership and its provision of resilient, essential services. Eurazeo's investment reflects confidence in the growing demand for reliable alternative water solutions and the robustness of Water Direct's operational model. The integration is expected to leverage Water Direct's extensive network and expertise, potentially supported by Eurazeo’s broader resources and strategic guidance to enhance service capabilities and operational efficiency.
The combined entity is positioned to build upon Water Direct's strong foundation, ensuring continued excellence in emergency preparedness, incident response, and planned bulk water delivery across the UK. This ownership change aims to further solidify Water Direct's role as a critical partner for businesses and utilities requiring dependable water supply solutions, fostering long-term growth and market expansion.