Aarke PET water bottle

Aarke is a Swedish design company that has gained a global reputation for its premium kitchen appliances and home essentials. Founded in 2013 by industrial designers Jonas Groth and Carl Ljungh, the brand's mission was to elevate everyday routines through high-quality engineering and minimalist Scandinavian aesthetics. Their first major success, the Aarke Carbonator, redefined the home carbonation market by focusing on durable, luxury materials like stainless steel over the typical plastic alternatives.

While the brand is deeply rooted in Swedish design and engineering, the manufacturing of its PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles is primarily located in China. These bottles are specifically designed to be BPA-free and non-toxic, meeting strict international safety standards such as the FDA and German LFGB. In 2021, the company entered a significant new chapter when Altor Equity Partners acquired a majority stake to fuel further global expansion, though the original founders remain actively involved in the company's leadership and creative direction.