Aqua Membranes, an innovator in reverse osmosis (RO) element technology, has secured strong international investor backing and been named a qualified team in the prestigious XPRIZE Water Scarcity competition. With its patented Printed Spacer Technology®, the company is setting new standards for sustainable desalination and industrial water treatment by reducing energy consumption, increasing throughput, and extending membrane life.
Global investors back breakthrough RO technology
Aqua Membranes’ oversubscribed Series B funding round has attracted international investors including Burnt Island Ventures, Helios Climate Ventures, Osmoflo/Kanadevia Group, MUUS & Company, Micron Technologies, and SQN Venture Partners. New participants such as Cycle H2O and Nova Capital have also joined the round, fuelling further growth and global expansion.
Recognition from XPRIZE
The company’s innovative approach to RO technology has earned it a place among 143 qualified teams in the XPRIZE Water Scarcity competition, a global challenge focused on reimagining desalination for sustainable water access worldwide. This recognition underscores Aqua Membranes’ role as a leading contributor to the development of efficient, scalable water treatment technologies.
“Our inclusion in the XPRIZE competition is an exciting milestone that validates the potential of our technology. With the backing of visionary investors, we are advancing the boundaries of what Printed Spacer Technology® can achieve in addressing water scarcity worldwide.”
Craig Beckman, Chief Executive Officer, Aqua Membranes
A greener future for water treatment
By directly printing the feed channel spacer onto the membrane surface, Aqua Membranes removes the need for traditional mesh, revolutionising RO element performance. The result is lower energy use, improved water recovery, and enhanced durability — delivering measurable sustainability and cost benefits for utilities and industries alike.
As the company continues to expand, it remains focused on scaling its proprietary technology to help communities and businesses address water scarcity and adapt to climate challenges through innovative, energy-efficient solutions.
