Culligan International and Waterlogic Group Holdings have officially completed their combination, creating a global leader in clean, sustainable drinking water solutions. Operating under the Culligan name, the newly merged company serves over 100 million consumers worldwide and prevents more than 40 billion plastic bottles from ending up in landfills each year.
With its headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois, Culligan now boasts a workforce of more than 11,000 employees across 30 countries, generating approximately $2.4 billion in annual revenue. This strategic merger positions the company for significant growth in the $35 billion global consumer water market. It also expands Culligan’s product offerings and strengthens its distribution channels across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Innovation and Environmental Responsibility at the Core
The combined company is set to accelerate innovation in water filtration, purification, and treatment technologies for both residential and commercial markets. By leveraging its expanded global reach and extensive dealer network spanning over 70 countries, Culligan aims to make clean, safe, and soft water more accessible while reducing environmental impact.
“Our two organizations make a powerful combined team as one Culligan, aligned on values and committed to a clear purpose to change people’s lives and to improve the environment,” said Scott Clawson, President and CEO of Culligan International. “Serving over 100 million people globally, our solutions save more than 40 billion plastic bottles annually, reinforcing our mission to reduce single-use plastics and enhance consumers’ health and wellness.”
Jeremy Ben-David, founder and former Group CEO of Waterlogic—now CEO of Culligan’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa division—echoed this commitment to sustainability. “Our deep, mutual belief that we have the ability and responsibility to contribute positively to the Earth guides our decisions and is ingrained in our operations. We take to heart the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and are dedicated to making a greater impact in all we do.”
Strategic Investment and Ownership
The combined company is primarily owned by funds affiliated with BDT Capital Partners, LLC, alongside co-investors. BDT, a merchant bank specializing in family- and founder-led businesses, acquired Culligan in 2021. Waterlogic was previously acquired by funds managed by Castik Capital in 2015, which now holds a significant minority stake in the newly merged entity.
Although the financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed, this merger marks a transformative step in the global water industry, driving forward innovation, sustainability, and accessibility in drinking water solutions. More Information