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Reed Smith represents Blackstone and DESOTEC in purchase of Evoqua’s carbon reactivation and exchange services unit

NEW YORK – Global law firm Reed Smith announced that it advised Blackstone and its Belgium-based portfolio company, DESOTEC, in DESOTEC’s acquisition of the Carbon Reactivation and Slurry Operations business of Evoqua Water Technologies. DESOTEC is a leading provider in sustainable mobile filtration solutions in Europe and is establishing its leading market position in the United States. Evoqua Water Technologies is a renowned leader in mission-critical water and wastewater treatment solutions with a wealth of expertise and a strong product portfolio in the US.

Reed Smith’s New York-based M&A team was led by partners Mark Pedretti and Seth Merl.

A copy of the press release can be found on Business Wire.

About Reed Smith

Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions, and regulatory matters.

For more information, please visit www.reedsmith.com.

About DESOTEC

DESOTEC, founded in 1990, is the leading provider of mobile filtration solutions in Europe and is establishing this leading market position in the United States. Thanks to its unique, flexible, circular service concept and the extensive expertise built up over many decades, DESOTEC unburdens its industrial customers and helps them to make their operations or products more sustainable. DESOTEC's customer base is constantly growing thanks to a strong focus on 24/7 service and a commitment to design and deliver the best solution in close dialogue with the customer. DESOTEC has about 350 employees, who are all committed to help protect the planet by driving positive ecological change across all industries. Private equity funds managed by Blackstone acquired DESOTEC in 2021.

Further information is available at www.desotec.com.

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