Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL) is a global water technology company that designs, manufactures and services engineered systems and equipment for the transport, treatment, testing and efficient use of water. Its product portfolio spans pumps and pumping systems, valves, filtration and disinfection equipment, sensors and analytical instruments, and digital solutions for monitoring and control of water infrastructure. Xylem serves the full water cycle with offerings for water and wastewater utilities, industrial customers, commercial and residential buildings, and agricultural applications.
The company was established as an independent publicly traded company in 2011 following a corporate spin-off from ITT Corporation and is headquartered in Rye Brook, New York. Since its formation, Xylem has expanded through organic development and targeted acquisitions to broaden its capabilities in smart metering, condition monitoring and digital services, positioning itself to address aging infrastructure, urbanization and the need for greater water efficiency and resilience.
Xylem operates across multiple geographies, with a presence in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East, providing both products and aftermarket services worldwide. Its customers include municipal water and wastewater utilities, industrial operators in sectors such as mining and manufacturing, engineering firms, and residential and commercial building owners. The company emphasizes aftermarket support, long-term service agreements and integrated systems to improve reliability and lifecycle performance for clients.
In addition to its engineering and product capabilities, Xylem invests in digital tools and analytics to enable predictive maintenance, leak detection and optimized system performance. The company frames its strategy around sustainability and innovation in water management, seeking to help customers reduce energy use, lower non-revenue water and improve the safety and quality of water supplies through combined hardware and software solutions.