Evolution Aqua

About Evolution Aqua

Evolution Aqua is a UK-based manufacturer specializing in water filtration products and equipment for the global aquatics industry. Founded in 2001 by Nick Jackson, the company originated as a specialist in Koi pond filtration and has since expanded its product lines to serve a diverse range of markets. These markets include ornamental ponds, freshwater and marine aquariums, commercial fish systems, aquaculture, swimming pools, and public aquariums.

Headquartered in Wigan, UK, with additional facilities in the Netherlands, the company designs and manufactures patented solutions such as filters, ultraviolet clarifiers, dechlorinators, and beneficial bacteria treatments. A key feature of its product line is the proprietary K1, K1 Micro, and K+ Media, engineered to provide a large surface area for beneficial bacteria that process aquatic waste. The company has developed unique technologies like Air Clean Technology (ACT), which uses air to clean filters, significantly reducing water and energy consumption compared to traditional backwashing methods.

The business operates through several divisions, including a dedicated environmental arm named Flocell, which provides sustainable filtration for industrial and commercial applications like wastewater and aquaculture. Evolution Aqua also offers an OEM service, developing bespoke products for global partners. The business primarily generates revenue through the sale of its products to both retail and commercial clients. In 2022, the company received a £12 million growth capital investment from BGF to support its continued expansion.