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Fluidra to Invest in 27% of Robotic Cleaner Player Aiper and Form Strategic Alliance
BARCELONA, Spain, April 01, 2025--Fluidra, a global leader in pool and wellness equipment and connected solutions, takes a step into the future of pool cleaning by forming a strategic alliance with Aiper, a leading player in cordless robotic pool cleaning technology.
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