Holland Pump Acquires Florida Dewatering, Expanding Along Florida Gulf Coast
Holland Pump Co., a leading independent specialty pump rental and dewatering solutions provider, has completed the acquisition of C&R Distribution Inc., doing business as Florida Dewatering, based in Tampa, Fla.
This acquisition will expand Holland Pump's fleet, capabilities, and customer base across Florida's Gulf Coast. It is Holland Pump's seventh acquisition since partnering with XPV Water Partners in 2019.
Bob Davis, owner of Florida Dewatering, said, "We are thrilled to work with Holland Pump. We are impressed with the company's leadership and excited for the growth potential this acquisition offers with the two companies coming together."
"This acquisition is consistent with our commitment to continued growth, while leveraging our superior customer service and broadening our product line in this strong market," said Tom Vossman, CEO of Holland Pump Co. "We are excited about the opportunity to assist new customers and offer them a wide selection of pumps, equipment, services and solutions. I want to thank Bob for his confidence in our team."
Florida Dewatering, established in 2009, is particularly well-known in the drainage sector. Visit www.floridadewatering.com for more information.
It offers double diaphragm pumps, self-priming centrifugal pumps, rotary pumps, hydraulic submersible pumps, jet pumps, wellpoint systems and more.
From its headquarters in West Palm Beach, Fla., Holland Pump has grown to 15 branch operations across Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas. For more information, visit www.hollandpump.com.
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