Holland Pump acquires on Florida coast in US

US-based Holland Pump Company has completed the acquisition of C&R Distribution Inc. (doing business as Florida Dewatering) in Tampa, Florida, US, marking its seventh acquisition since partnering with XPV Water Partners in 2019.

The addition of Florida Dewatering marks the seventh acquisition for Holland Pump since 2019. (Image: Holland Pump)

This latest acquisition will expand Holland Pump’s fleet, capabilities, and customer base across Florida’s Gulf Coast. 

“We are thrilled to work with Holland Pump,” said Bob Davis, owner of Florida Dewatering, which was established in 2009 and made its name in the drainage sector. “We are impressed with the company’s leadership and excited for the growth potential this acquisition offers with the two companies coming together.”

Florida Dewatering serves Florida, Georgia and Alabama from its Tampa, Florida location.

“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 Company, founded 40 years ago and based in West Palm Beach, Florida.  

“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,” he added.

Holland Pump has been in the manufacture, sale, distribution, rental, and service of specialty pumps and dewatering solutions since 1978. It has 15 branch operations across Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Texas.