Davis & Shirtliff, a leading provider of water and energy solutions in Africa, has entered into a strategic partnership with Flowserve Corporation, a global leader in flow control products and services.
The collaboration aims to enhance access to high-quality, affordable industrial pumps and seals for businesses across East and Central Africa.
This partnership will enable Davis & Shirtliff to expand its industrial portfolio with Flowserve’s premium products, while Flowserve—listed on the New York Stock Exchange—will leverage Davis & Shirtliff’s established regional presence to reach new markets.
The move is expected to provide industrial customers with innovative and energy-efficient solutions tailored to their needs.
Under this agreement, Davis & Shirtliff will now offer an extensive range of Flowserve products, including high-performance Mark3 DURCO chemical pumps, ZLINE, Innomag, ISOMAG, vacuum pumps, and multi-stage pumps.
Additionally, advanced mechanical seal solutions such as KeyPS, ISC2, slurry seals, mixer seals, and bearing guards will be available. These solutions are designed to optimise industrial efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve sustainability.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Flowserve to provide industrial companies in the region with high-quality and durable pump and seal products,” said Patrick Mufwoya, Managing Director of Davis & Shirtliff Uganda.
“These innovative technologies will help customers achieve energy efficiency within their existing infrastructures while making industrial processes more resilient and sustainable.”
A key feature of Flowserve’s product lineup is RedRaven, an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled predictive maintenance solution that allows industrial customers to digitise their energy-producing assets. This technology offers real-time monitoring, predictive analysis, and performance optimisation, helping to prevent equipment failures, reduce downtime, and avoid costly repairs.
Flowserve’s President and CEO, Scott Rowe, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainability: “Addressing the energy transition is central to Flowserve’s business strategy. We are focused on improving equipment efficiency, reducing emissions, and assisting industries in moving towards low-carbon energy solutions.”
The industrial sector in East Africa plays a crucial role in economic development, contributing 8.9% to the region’s GDP.
The sector recorded a growth rate of 5.8% in 2023, up from 3.5% in 2022, according to the 2024 Uganda Economic Survey. This steady expansion highlights the increasing demand for modern technology and high-quality industrial equipment.
Through this partnership, Davis & Shirtliff and Flowserve will provide industries such as chemicals, petrochemicals, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, mining, and manufacturing with durable and efficient solutions.
The collaboration is expected to help businesses in Uganda and beyond reduce operational costs, improve energy efficiency, and adopt sustainable industrial practices.
Mufwoya further noted that the partnership will support compliance with new environmental regulations: “Davis & Shirtliff is excited to provide solutions that help industrial clients meet legal obligations related to climate change while improving operational efficiency.”
By integrating Flowserve’s innovative technologies with Davis & Shirtliff’s strong market presence, the partnership is set to reshape the industrial landscape in East and Central Africa, fostering long-term growth and sustainability.