Viking Supply acquires Pump & Process Equipment, Inc. and Legacy Environmental

CITCO Water has acquired Pump & Process Equipment, Inc. and Legacy Environmental to enhance its market presence in the southeastern United States and expand its water and wastewater solutions offerings. The acquisitions, for which financial terms have not been disclosed, are part of CITCO's broader strategy to integrate diverse technologies and services across the water cycle. The move extends CITCO's operational base into crucial markets including Alabama, Georgia, and Florida, aiming to provide enhanced services to a range of stakeholders, from municipalities to industrial users.

CITCO Water, based in Huntington, West Virginia, has a long-standing history of over 90 years in delivering water equipment, services, and technologies. Through this latest expansion, the company reinforces its capabilities in equipment supply, process solutions, and advanced treatment technologies. Pump & Process Equipment, known as a manufacturer's representative in pumping and treatment systems, and Legacy Environmental, a specialist in packaged wastewater treatment solutions, bring significant industry expertise to CITCO’s platform.

CITCO's CEO, Jeff Morrison, underscored the strategic alignment of these acquisitions with the company’s goal of becoming a comprehensive solutions provider in the water sector. Morrison emphasized the enhanced ability of CITCO to support customers with an integrated service model that combines distribution, engineering, and advanced treatment solutions. The addition of technical expertise and industry relationships from the acquired companies is expected to fortify CITCO’s service offerings in a sector facing increasing technical complexities.

The market context for this expansion is influenced by rising challenges in water infrastructure, which demand innovative and scalable solutions. As water systems undergo transformations to address evolving needs, CITCO is positioning itself as a critical partner capable of delivering a full spectrum of services from source to treatment. These acquisitions also illustrate a broader trend in the sector where companies are bolstering their portfolios to meet emerging infrastructure needs.

Looking ahead, the successful integration of Pump & Process Equipment and Legacy Environmental will be crucial for CITCO to realize the full potential of these acquisitions. While regulatory hurdles appear minimal given the nature of the deal, the focus will be on seamless operational integration and realization of synergies in new geographical markets. The path forward involves maintaining momentum in developing comprehensive solutions that cater to the expanding demands of water and wastewater management professionals across the southeastern United States.