AEQUITA to acquire Pentagon Technologies from Kurita Water Industries

Munich, Germany, May 13, 2026 — AEQUITA SE & Co. KGaA, a global industrial group headquartered in Munich, Germany, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pentagon Technologies Group, Inc. (“Pentagon”), a U.S. subsidiary of Kurita Water Industries Ltd. (TYO: 6370). Pentagon is a leading U.S.-focused provider of precision cleaning, on-site services, and engineered products for the semiconductor industry. The company currently operates in California, where it is headquartered, as well as Arizona, Texas, and Oregon, serving the world’s leading semiconductor and semiconductor equipment manufacturers. Pentagon is expected to generate more than USD 140 million in revenue in fiscal 2026 and employ around 850 people. Kurita decided to divest Pentagon as part of a strategic portfolio review, with the aim of concentrating management resources on its core water treatment business. AEQUITA was selected as the optimal partner to support Pentagon as an independent business platform, in recognition of its long-term ownership approach, hands-on operational support, and extensive track record with Japanese companies. Shiori Hajati, Senior General Manager of the Corporate Control and Administration Group at Kurita Water Industries, said: “Pentagon Technologies is a high-quality business that has built strong customer trust on the foundation of technical excellence over more than two decades. Following a careful selection process, we are confident that AEQUITA is the right partner to support Pentagon’s next phase of growth as an independent company. AEQUITA’s extensive track record with Japanese companies and its long-term, partnership-oriented approach will deliver the best outcome for the business, its employees, and its customers.” Hideyuki Tozawa, Head of AEQUITA Japan, commented: “We are honored to have been entrusted with the future of Pentagon Technologies. Pentagon is an outstanding company in a structurally growing market, with a strong customer base, a differentiated technical platform, and further growth potential as the U.S. semiconductor industry expands. This transaction is a continuation of the track record we have built in partnership with leading Japanese companies. Under AEQUITA’s active ownership model, we will support the management team and employees, complete the ongoing U.S. capacity expansion, and aim to build a leading independent cleaning services platform.” The transaction is expected to be completed by the end of June 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. About Kurita Water Industries: Kurita Water Industries Ltd., founded in 1949 and headquartered in Tokyo, is a leading global provider of water treatment chemicals, equipment, and water treatment services. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TYO: 6370), the company generates more than JPY 400 billion in annual revenue and has approximately 8,150 employees worldwide. Through its global business network, Kurita provides solutions for diverse customer needs, mainly across the electronics, power, oil and gas, and general industrial sectors. For more information, please visit https://www.kurita-water.com. About AEQUITA: AEQUITA is a global industrial group headquartered in Munich, Germany, investing in corporate carve-outs, succession situations, and companies undergoing transformation across Europe, North America, and Asia. Its portfolio generates more than USD 12 billion in annual revenue across three segments: automotive, chemicals, and industrials, and employs more than 19,000 people worldwide. Backed by a strong capital base and deep operational expertise, AEQUITA focuses on acquiring and sustainably supporting the growth of companies with long-term value creation potential. For more information, please visit www.aequita.com.