IDE opens shop in Texas

IDE Technologies has furthered its expansion in the US with a new office in Texas headed up by newly appointed regional director of sales, Mark Ellison.

Ellison worked for over 20 years with local, state and federal agencies and the industry on water- related projects in Texas and was manager of strategic water initiatives for former Texas governor Rick Perry. He is “well-positioned to increase awareness and sales throughout Texas of IDE’s water desalination and industrial water treatment solutions,” said IDE.

IDE Americas chief executive officer ,Mark Lambert, highlighted the “challenging stage” of Texas’ water resources after years of “significant drought conditions.” and “more than one thousand people moving to Texas every day.

“By entering this key market, IDE is set to help meet this need through seawater desalination and water treatment projects, and Mark is the perfect person to drive these efforts. He understands the water market and knows the problems, and we’re excited for him to join our team,” said Lambert.

“I have a strong history of experience with the water, agricultural and environmental issues in my home state of Texas,” said. Ellison. “I look forward to helping expand IDE’s presence and meet the needs of customers across all regions of the state,” he added.