# Lennox and Ariston form joint venture for North American water heater market

Lennox and Ariston Group announced a joint venture, Ariston Lennox Water Heating North America, to offer residential water heaters in the United States and Canada. Ariston USA will hold 50.1% and Lennox 49.9%. Operations are expected to begin after standard closing conditions are met, with Lennox-branded water heaters available starting in 2026.

- Type: Partnership
- Announced: 2025-05-28
- Where: United States and Canada, United States
- Status: announced
- Products: residential water heaters
- Sectors: [HVAC and Industrial Refrigeration](https://endata.com/sectors/hvac-refrigeration.md)

## Companies

- [Lennox](https://endata.com/companies/328.md) (partner)
- [Ariston Group](https://endata.com/companies/13797.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [refindustry.com](https://refindustry.com/news/lennox-and-ariston-form-joint-venture-for-north-american-water-heater-market/), 2025-05-28: "This joint venture aligns with our strategy to deliver accelerated growth by expanding our product offerings within the residential market, further strengthening our customer relationships."

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