Earlier this year, Aquaporin successfully entered into a significant distribution agreement with Brenntag, specifically focusing on the markets within the APAC region and Turkey. Building on this dynamic partnership, we are delighted to unveil the signing of a Letter of Intent with Brenntag China, marking an exciting new chapter in our collaboration.
During the prestigious China International Import Expo, Aquaporin and Brenntag formalized an agreement aimed at broadening their collaborative efforts, thereby extending their partnership into an additional, high-potential market.
“We are immensely proud to expand our partnership with Brenntag. This Letter of Intent not only highlights the robustness of Aquaporin’s pioneering water technology but also reflects the solid business relationship we continue to cultivate,” expressed Matt Boczkowski, the Chief Executive Officer at Aquaporin.
Brenntag boasts a vast operational presence with offices in over 70 countries, strategically engaging across numerous industries, including water treatment. Recognized as the global market leader in the distribution of chemicals and ingredients, Brenntag actively incorporates innovative technologies into its offerings. Notably, they have recently integrated Aquaporin’s cutting-edge CLEAR product series into their distribution portfolio for the APAC region and Turkey.
With an extensive array of water and wastewater treatment products, Brenntag possesses the specialized knowledge essential for addressing various facets across a broad spectrum of applications.
About Aquaporin
Aquaporin stands at the forefront of innovative water technology, operating globally from its headquarters in Denmark, with additional locations in Singapore, Turkey, the United States, and China. Our mission is to reinvent water filtration through biotechnology, tackling pressing global water challenges. Harnessing a combination of three disciplines from natural sciences—biology, chemistry, and physics—we have developed the unique, nature-inspired Aquaporin Inside® technology, which is embedded in all our membranes and related solutions. This groundbreaking technology is founded on Nobel Prize-winning research and finds its applications in cleaning and reusing water across various industries, in residential settings, and even in NASA missions in space. Our collaborative efforts with customers and partners worldwide are focused on responsibly treating industrial wastewater, naturally concentrating food and beverage products, and improving both the quality and accessibility of drinking water.
About Brenntag
Brenntag is recognized as the global market leader in the distribution of chemicals and ingredients. The company plays a pivotal role in connecting customers with suppliers within the chemical industry, enhancing efficiency and collaboration. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag employs over 17,700 professionals globally and operates an extensive network of approximately 600 sites across 72 countries. In 2023, Brenntag reported impressive sales figures amounting to 16.8 billion EUR. Its two main global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals along with tailored application and marketing solutions, technical support, regulatory expertise, and innovative digital solutions for a wide range of industries. Driven by an ambitious sustainability agenda, Brenntag is committed to providing sustainable solutions within its sector and the industries it services. The company’s shares have been publicly traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010, and they joined the DAX index in September 2021. Furthermore, Brenntag SE’s shares are also listed among the DAX 50 ESG and DAX ESG Target initiatives. For further details, please visit www.brenntag.com.
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Signing Ceremony
Signing Ceremony
**Interview with Matt Boczkowski, CEO of Aquaporin**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Matt. Congratulations on your recent partnership with Brenntag. Can you tell us what this agreement means for Aquaporin, especially in terms of expanding your market presence?
**Matt Boczkowski:** Thank you for having me! This partnership is indeed a significant milestone for Aquaporin. By collaborating with Brenntag, we’re able to leverage their extensive distribution network in the APAC region and Turkey. This allows us to introduce our innovative water filtration technologies to new markets where they are needed most. The Letter of Intent we signed during the China International Import Expo really underscores our commitment to expanding this partnership further.
**Interviewer:** That’s exciting! Could you elaborate on what makes Aquaporin’s technology unique and how it complements Brenntag’s offerings?
**Matt Boczkowski:** Certainly! Our Aquaporin Inside® technology is inspired by nature and is grounded in Nobel Prize-winning research. This unique technology significantly enhances water filtration processes, making them more efficient and effective. By integrating our CLEAR product series into Brenntag’s distribution portfolio, we’re able to address a wide variety of water treatment needs more holistically. Brenntag’s vast expertise across multiple industries, combined with our cutting-edge technology, creates a powerful synergy.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like a perfect match. What do you envision as the next steps for this partnership as you move forward?
**Matt Boczkowski:** Looking ahead, we plan to actively engage with local markets through Brenntag’s established networks. Our goal is to drive awareness and adoption of our technologies, focusing on providing sustainable solutions for pressing water issues. Additionally, we will explore new collaborative projects that tap into Brenntag’s vast expertise in various sectors, potentially leading to even more innovative applications for our technology.
**Interviewer:** Wonderful! In light of global water challenges, how can your technology contribute to sustainable water management?
**Matt Boczkowski:** Our focus has always been on tackling the world’s water challenges through biotechnology. By improving the efficiency of water filtration, we can help industries and communities minimize water waste and enhance water reuse. Our technology has applications ranging from residential to industrial settings, and even in space missions with NASA. We believe that with strategic partnerships like the one we have with Brenntag, we can make a significant impact in advancing sustainable water management practices globally.
**Interviewer:** Thank you so much for your insights, Matt. We look forward to seeing how Aquaporin and Brenntag will continue to make strides in water technology in the coming months!
**Matt Boczkowski:** Thank you! We’re excited about the journey ahead and the positive changes we can make together.