Aiper, a leader in cordless robotic pool cleaning, announces an agreement for a new financing round totaling $100 million. The investment was led by Fluidra (a leader in the global pool industry). And this round marks the start of a strategic alliance between the two companies.
In connection with the collaboration, Aiper and Fluidra will combine their complementary strengths to grow the largely unpenetrated pool cleaning market, accelerate innovation, reach more customers, and confirm Aiper as a leading player in the industry.
With 50+ years of experience, Fluidra is a global leader in pool equipment and connected solutions in the pool and wellness sector. And its portfolio of trusted brands like AstralPool, Zodiac, Jandy, and Polaris, are well-established across Europe, North America, Latin America and APAC, serving both residential and commercial pool segments.
As an opportunity for growth, this strategic collaboration enables Aiper to broaden its consumer base, helping to achieve a full omnichannel presence, and receive support for its European distribution network, patented technologies, and extensive industry resources. With this partnership, Fluidra will also be able to expand its product range within the professional channel.
As a leading brand in online direct-to-consumer channels, Aiper is now available in 7,000+ stores through key retailers across Europe and North America. Support from this partnership with Fluidra will help drive the company’s global expansion.
The robotic pool cleaner market is entering a new era. Aiper, utilizing proprietary cordless technology, AI-driven capabilities, and intelligent water quality management, demonstrated strong operational excellence, solidifying the company as a leading force in the industry.
The partnership between Aiper and Fluidra will transform the global robotic pool cleaner market, ushering in a more dynamic and competitive landscape. And by combining cutting-edge technology, complementary distribution networks, and operational efficiency, this alliance will transform the industry’s ecosystem, accelerating a transition to a scalable, brand and innovation-driven market, and globally unified to reach ever more consumers and ultimately shape the industry’s future.
KEY QUOTE:
“This is an exciting moment for Aiper. Joining forces with Fluidra, a global industry leader, gives us an incredible opportunity to accelerate our innovation and growth. We share a passion for pushing the boundaries of intelligent pool cleaning and, together, we’re poised to redefine what’s possible. With Fluidra’s global reach and capabilities, we’re more confident than ever in our ability to deliver smarter, more efficient pool cleaning and yard solutions. Currently, we’re focused on deepening our presence in Europe and North America while actively expanding into emerging markets across the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Our goal is to build a truly global smart yard ecosystem.”
– Richard Wang, Aiper Founder and CEO
