Xylem.

Solving Water. A global leader committed to helping utilities, industries, and communities manage water more efficiently, sustainably, and resiliently.

// MISSION

More than Technology: Solving Operational Challenges

Xylem is a global water technology company with a clear mission: to help utilities, industries, and communities manage water more efficiently, sustainably, and resiliently. The portfolio spans drinking water, wastewater, industrial applications, and digital solutions.

The focus is always on solving real operational challenges – not just delivering technology. As an industry partner, Xylem increasingly acts as an enabler of innovation, bridging the gap between technical potential and field application.

// STRATEGY

Enabling Innovation
Active collaboration with startups and research institutions to test and pilot new ideas.

Scaling Solutions
Bringing proven value from the prototype phase into the global market and daily operation.

Digital Resilience
Integrating advanced digital solutions to optimize water cycles worldwide.

// REPRESENTATIVE

Philipp Raichle
(Innovation Manager, Xylem Innovation Labs)

Hands-on Learning from Practice

Philipp Raichle has been working in the water industry for more than 16 years. His background spans drinking water, wastewater, and industrial applications, with a strong focus on water treatment technologies. Having worked across diverse global markets — from Southeast Asia and Oceania to the Middle East, Africa, and Europe — he specializes in not only introducing new technologies, but successfully bringing them into the market.

"Successful water startups rarely fail because of technology; they struggle with scaling, market access, and long decision cycles. Real innovation happens where technical excellence meets a realistic, executable go‑to‑market model."

// RESOURCES

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