Ge Water: Suez Buys

: The acquired unit was merged with Suez’s existing industrial activities to form a new business unit: SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions .

: Through GE, Suez became a supplier to global giants like Exxon-Mobil , Shell, Nestle, Intel, and Pfizer. Why Did GE Sell? Press Release - SUEZ

In 2017, the French environmental giant completed its acquisition of GE Water & Process Technologies for approximately $3.4 billion (€3.2 billion). This landmark deal was a strategic pivot that transformed Suez from a primarily municipal service provider into a global powerhouse in the industrial water market. The Strategy: From Cities to Industry

: The merger created the world’s third-largest industrial water treatment firm , positioning Suez just behind Ecolab and Xylem .

: The acquisition added over 7,500 employees and 50,000 customers across 130 countries to Suez's portfolio.