Korys and Pantarein Water join forces for sustainable water reuse
Mechelen, 26 June 2025 – Pantarein Water, a specialist in end-to-end solutions industrial wastewater solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Korys, the investment firm of the Colruyt family. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to accelerating the transition to a circular water economy and supporting businesses in treating water as a valuable, finite resource.
With over 20 years of experience in industrial water treatment, Pantarein Water has built a strong reputation as an independent technology provider with extensive in-house expertise in water purification and reuse. A notable project includes a state-of-the-art installation at the Carlsberg brewery in Denmark, which treats 750,000 cubic metres of water annually.
Shared commitment to values-driven impact
Korys invests in companies that generate long-term, sustainable value through entrepreneurship. This partnership is grounded in a shared vision and a values-driven approach to business.
“Partnering with Korys is a key milestone in expanding our mission,” says Piet De Langhe, CEO of Pantarein Water. “Staying true to our motto ‘Water at your service’, this collaboration reinforces our business and amplifies our positive impact on the water ecosystem. Together, we aim to make circular water reuse the rule rather than the exception.”
“Water scarcity is one of the greatest challenges of our time,” says Hilde Van der Straeten, Investment Director at Korys. “By co-investing in innovative water reuse solutions, we help companies use water more efficiently and strengthen the wider water ecosystem. In Pantarein Water, we see a partner that shares our ambition to drive positive societal change through innovation.”
This new partnership is not driven by short-term growth, but by a commitment to long-term impact and scalability: the investment will allow Pantarein Water to further scale its model, support more companies in managing their water use, and realise pioneering projects.
About Pantarein Water
Pantarein Water specialises in end-to-end solutions for industrial wastewater treatment and is a pioneer in circular water reuse. With over 20 years of expertise, supported by its own laboratory, workshop, and innovation team, the company delivers a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable water management services. Through its ‘Water at your service’ model, Pantarein Water takes full ownership – from purification and reuse to the operation and financing of installations. Each year, the company treats more than seven million cubic metres of water.
More information: www.pantareinwater.be
About Korys
Korys is the investment company of the Colruyt family and creates sustainable added value in 3 ecosystems: Conscious Consumer, Healthy Living, and Energy Transition.
Korys does this in partnership with entrepreneurs and companies who share its commitment to value-driven entrepreneurship and sustainability while leveraging the expertise of a highly motivated team of 30 professionals in Belgium and India. Thanks to its dedication, craftsmanship and strong financial foundation, Korys can make long-term commitments.
Over the past two decades, Korys built a portfolio of sustainable investments worth over €4 billion. Besides more than 20 direct investments, including Colruyt Group and Virya Energy, Korys also manages private equity funds and investments in listed instruments.
More information: www.korys.be
