Fluence Locks in USD $3.7M Texas Water Treatment Contract for US Manufacturer
Fluence Corporation secures USD $3.7 million Texas water treatment contract
Fluence Corporation (ASX: FLC) has secured an industrial water treatment contract in Texas valued at approximately USD $3.7 million, adding to its growing portfolio of U.S. industrial projects. The contract covers the design and construction of a water treatment plant utilising ultrafiltration (UF) and reverse osmosis (RO) technologies for a prominent U.S. manufacturer whose identity has not been disclosed.
The facility is designed to produce up to 1.5 million gallons per day, treating groundwater sourced from an on-site well for use as cooling tower makeup water. With water scarcity intensifying across Texas, the system is intended to significantly reduce the client’s reliance on municipal supply while improving long-term operational resilience. The plant is expected to be installed and fully operational by the end of 2026.
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Why Texas manufacturers are turning to private water treatment
Ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis are complementary water purification technologies commonly applied to challenging groundwater sources. UF works by passing water through fine membranes that remove suspended solids, bacteria, and other particulates. RO takes that process further, using pressure to push water through semi-permeable membranes that strip out dissolved salts, minerals, and other contaminants. Together, the two technologies produce water that meets the stringent quality standards required for industrial applications.
In this context, “cooling tower makeup water” refers to the treated water used to replenish cooling systems that lose water through evaporation during industrial operations. Manufacturers depend on a consistent, high-quality supply to keep production running without interruption or equipment damage.
Fluence’s systems are engineered to achieve greater than 90% recovery of feedwater, meaning the vast majority of the water drawn from the groundwater well is converted into usable output rather than lost as waste. This efficiency is particularly relevant in drought-affected regions where every unit of water carries operational and regulatory significance.
Key technical specifications for this system include:
- Technology: Ultrafiltration (UF) + Reverse Osmosis (RO)
- Daily output: Up to 1.5 million gallons
- Feedwater recovery rate: Greater than 90%
- Water source: On-site groundwater well
- Application: Cooling tower makeup water
As drought conditions persist across U.S. sunbelt states, industrial operators are increasingly moving away from dependence on municipal water networks, a structural shift that supports demand for decentralised, privately owned treatment infrastructure.
What this contract means for Fluence’s US growth strategy
This contract reinforces Fluence’s position as an active participant in the U.S. industrial water market, with management framing it as part of an accelerating project pipeline rather than an isolated win. The company’s stated strategic advantage lies in its ability to rapidly deploy decentralised treatment systems suited to site-specific conditions.
Ben Fash, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Fluence, offered the following perspective on the contract:
Ben Fash, CEO and Managing Director
“Industrial manufacturers across Texas and other drought-stricken regions in the US are increasingly confronting the reality that water security could become an operational issue. This project demonstrates how advanced water treatment technology can help industry maintain production while supporting the community’s broader water conservation goals during periods of extreme drought.”
Ben Fash, CEO and Managing Director
“This project reflects a growing shift among industrial operators toward sustainable water management strategies. Fluence is very active in the region and uniquely positioned to help customers rapidly deploy decentralized treatment systems that improve resilience, reduce environmental impact, and protect critical industrial operations. We are excited to partner with manufacturers to help them solve the pressing issues they are facing on important projects. We hope to be able to provide solutions to many other industrial customers facing similar challenges in the US and abroad.”
Beyond project-based contracts, Fluence’s broader commercial model includes its Smart Products Solutions suite, comprising Aspiral™, NIROBOX™, SUBRE, and Nitro, alongside Build Own Operate (BOO) and other recurring revenue arrangements that provide complementary revenue pathways to one-off engineering contracts.
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Contract snapshot — key details at a glance
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Contract value | USD ~$3.7 million |
| Location | Texas, USA |
| Client | Prominent U.S. manufacturer (undisclosed) |
| Technology | Ultrafiltration (UF) + Reverse Osmosis (RO) |
| Daily output capacity | Up to 1.5 million gallons per day |
| Feedwater recovery | Greater than 90% |
| Expected completion | End of 2026 |
Fluence maintains a broad international footprint with a stated focus on high-growth markets including North America and Southeast Asia. The Texas contract adds to the company’s active U.S. project pipeline and reflects management’s intent to scale its industrial water treatment offering across drought-affected regions both domestically and internationally.
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