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| 2001 One Ecolab! |
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A new era in Ecolab history began on Nov. 30, 2001, as the transaction was finalized that officially created one Ecolab in Europe and throughout the world. With sales now exceeding $3 billion and reaching customers in more than 160 countries, Ecolab welcomed more than 4,800 associates in 27 European countries into its growing global organization.
Despite the fact that the hospitality industry faced one of its most challenging periods in its history following the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, Ecolab still finished the year outperforming its industry and the broad stock market. |
| 2002 Growth and expansion |
| Showing its commitment to investment in the new Europe operations, Ecolab expanded its Pest Elimination business to Europe, and increased its overall Food & Beverage business in that region via strategic acquisitions. Ecolab also launched EcoSure Food Safety Management, a business that evaluates food safety procedures in food service and hospitality facilities. |
| 2004 New division created |
| In order to strengthen Ecolab's service to the growing North American janitorial and healthcare markets, in January 2004 the company separated those two businesses, both of which had previously operated within the Professional Products Division. The newly created Healthcare Division is dedicated to delivering growth in its specialized market. Professional Products, meanwhile, is now focused exclusively on developing opportunities in the janitorial market. |
| 2005 and Beyond The best is yet to come! |
| There is no doubt in our minds - the best is yet to come! |
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