Gradiant’s President, Govind Alagappan with Guest of Honour, Deputy Prime Minister, Heng Swee Keat (left) and Mukul Chawla, Partner, Head of Asia Pacific Growth Equity, KKR.
The award is ASEAN’s first public-private initiative to recognize and support the region’s top growth-stage companies transforming the economy
SINGAPORE – October 1, 2024 – Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, is honoured to be named a winner of the NextGen Tech 30 award, announced at the SGX Securities Market Open on September 24, 2024. This prestigious award recognises ASEAN’s most promising growth-stage companies that are driving innovation and economic transformation across the region. Initiated by Granite Asia, the NextGen Tech 30 represents a groundbreaking public-private initiative aimed at empowering companies to leverage cutting-edge technologies to address pressing challenges and propel the region on the global innovation stage.
Gradiant was selected through a rigorous evaluation process by a distinguished panel, featuring strategic partners including KKR, Singapore’s InfoComm Media Development Authority (IMDA), Singapore Business Federation, EDBI, SGX Group, DBS Bank, Northstar Group, and 65 Equity Partners.
The NextGen Tech 30 celebrates organizations that are pushing technological boundaries and making a global impact. Gradiant’s proprietary solutions—including AI-driven water management platforms and industry-leading PFAS treatment technologies—elevates its position at the forefront of the water sector. This accolade highlights Gradiant’s ongoing mission to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for industrial wastewater treatment, water reuse, resource recovery, and desalination, while demonstrating a steadfast commitment to reducing global water stress.
“We are truly honoured to be part of the NextGen Tech 30,” said Govind Alagappan, President of Gradiant, who spoke at the event, highlighting the transformative impact of Gradiant’s technologies in enabling industries and communities to thrive together. “This recognition reaffirms our commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to solve the world’s most pressing water issues and deliver sustainable growth.”
The award presentation graced by Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore, Heng Swee Keat, was held at the SGX Securities Market Open ceremony. Gradiant was recognised for its cutting-edge innovations and strong commitment to a clear ESG strategy focused on long-term value creation.
Gradiant’s inclusion in this distinguished group highlights its leadership in driving both innovation and sustainability across ASEAN and beyond.
About Gradiant
Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,000 employees worldwide. Learn more at gradiant.com.
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