Vi i Biowater Technology er stolte over å være valgt som leverandør av prosessrenseanlegget til det nye hovedrenseanlegget GORA på Orkanger. Kontrakten ble signert torsdag 19. mars sammen med Orkland kommune og NCC Norge – en viktig milepæl i kommunens største samspillprosjekt noensinne.

I konkurransen oppnådde vi høyeste totalscore basert på pris, kompetanse og oppgaveforståelse.

Det nye anlegget får kapasitet til 38 000 pe, som sikrer Orkland kommune et moderne og framtidsrettet renseanlegg med betydelig bedre miljø- og renseeffekt.

Et viktig prosjekt for regionen og for miljøet
Det eksisterende renseanlegget på Orkanger er modent for utskifting og oppfyller ikke lenger kravene til moderne rensing. Statsforvalteren har satt frist til 1. oktober 2028 for å ha nytt anlegg i drift.

Det nye GORA‑anlegget vil stå på Grønøra Øst, rett ved dagens anlegg, og vil gi:

• Betydelig bedre rensing av avløpsvann
• Fremtidssikret kapasitet for vekst
• Moderne teknologi med lavt miljøavtrykk
• Trygghet for lokalmiljøet og fjorden

Byggestart er planlagt ved årsskiftet 2026/2027.

Uttalelse fra Biowater Technology
«Dette prosjektet viser styrken i Biowaters kompetanse og teknologi. Vi er stolte av tilliten Orkland kommune viser oss, og ser frem til et tett og konstruktivt samarbeid i samspillsfasen. Sammen skal vi bygge et framtidsrettet renseanlegg som gir reelle miljøgevinster for regionen.» sier Mattias G. W. Rudh Prosjektleder i Biowater Technology AS

Uttalelse fra Orkland kommune
«Dette er en stor dag for Orkland kommune, der vi med samspillsavtalen markerer en viktig milepæl i arbeidet med å realisere det nye renseanlegget i Gammelosen. Biowater Technology leverte det beste tilbudet basert på pris, kompetanse og oppgaveforståelse, og vi ser frem til å gjennomføre samspillsprosjektet,»
sier Dario Leko, prosjektleder i Orkland kommune.

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English version:

Biowater Technology selected for Orkland’s new main wastewater treatment plant 🚀

Biowater Technology is proud to have been selected as the supplier of the process treatment system for the new GORA wastewater treatment plant in Orkanger. The contract was signed on Thursday, 19 March, together with Orkland Municipality and NCC Norway—marking a key milestone in the municipality’s largest partnering project to date.

Biowater achieved the highest overall score in the competition, based on price, competence, and understanding of the project.

The new facility will have a capacity of 38,000 PE, providing Orkland Municipality with a modern, future‑oriented treatment plant that delivers significantly improved environmental and purification performance.

A critical project for the region and the environment

The existing treatment plant in Orkanger is outdated and no longer meets current regulatory requirements. The County Governor has set a deadline of 1 October 2028 for the new plant to be operational.

Located at Grønøra Øst, adjacent to the current facility, the new GORA plant will deliver:

• Significantly improved wastewater treatment
• Capacity ready for future population and industry growth
• Modern, low‑emission technology
• Greater environmental protection for the fjord and local community

Construction is planned to start at the turn of 2026/2027.

Statement from Biowater Technology

“This project highlights the strength of Biowater’s technology and expertise. We are grateful for the trust shown by Orkland Municipality and look forward to a close and productive partnering phase. Together, we will deliver a forward‑looking treatment plant that brings real environmental benefits to the region,” says Mattias G. W. Rudh Project Manager at Biowater Technology AS.

Statement from Orkland Municipality

“This is a great day for Orkland Municipality. With this partnering agreement, we mark an important milestone in realizing the new Gammelosen treatment plant. Biowater Technology delivered the best offer based on price, competence, and task understanding, and we look forward to carrying out the partnering project,”
says Dario Leko, Project Manager, Orkland Municipality.

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Vi er stolte over å ha inngått kontrakt på levering og montering av renseteknisk maskin- og prosessutstyr til det nye Kongshaugen renseanlegg i Ålesund..

We extend our sincere thanks to former CEO Ilya Mario Savva for his dedicated leadership and significant contributions to the company over the years.

Med over 30 år som spesialister innen avansert biologisk avløpsrensing, er det inspirerende å få bidra med løsingar som både styrker driftssikkerheten og reduserer miljøavtrykket over tid.

💧 Teknologi som gjør en forskjell
For oss handler avløpsrensing om mer enn infrastruktur – det handler om å beskytte økosystem, sikre bærekraftige vannressurser og ta ansvar for fremtidens fjorder. At vi nå får være med på å forbedre vannkvaliteten i Ålesund-området, betyr ekstra mye for vår Daglig leder, Dag Kibsgaard-Petersen, som selv har vokst opp på Kråmyra.

– Å bidra til reinare fjordar i mi eiga heimeby, gjer denne kontrakten heilt spesiell. Dette prosjektet er eit konkret døme på korleis moderne bioteknologi og berekraft går hand i hand.

♻️ Ett steg videre for innovasjon og miljøansvar
Kontrakten er et viktig bidrag i vårt arbeid med å utvikle løsinger som støtter sirkulær økonomi og redusert miljøbelastning. Vi setter også stor pris på den gode dialogen med prosjektet Blå fjorder, som har lagt vekt på kvalitet, driftskostnader og god forståelse av prosessbehov i konkurransen.

Installasjonen av maskin- og prosessutstyr starter etter sommeren, og vi ser fram til et tett og konstruktivt samarbeid videre.

🌊 Sammen skaper vi renere fjorder – for generasjonane som kommer!

Gjennom prosjektet «BLÅ – fjordar for framtida» samarbeider Ålesund og Sula kommuner om rensing av avløpsvannet fra nær 50.000 innbyggere i de to kommunene (med kapasitet til å behandle 66.000 personekvivalenter). Anlegget på Kongshaugen (Kvasnes) skal gi renere fjorder og samtidig sørge for at alle formelle krav til rensing av de to kommunenes avløpsvann oppfylles.

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🌿 Biowater Technology secures contract for the Kongshaugen wastewater treatment plant

We are proud to have signed a contract to deliver and install mechanical and process equipment for the new Kongshaugen wastewater treatment plant in Ålesund.

With more than 30 years of experience in biological wastewater treatment, we provide solutions that combine high quality, operational reliability, and reduced environmental footprint.

– This project is especially meaningful to me, having grown up in Kråmyra. Contributing to cleaner fjords in my home area is something truly special, says Dag Kibsgaard‑Petersen.

Installation will begin after the summer – and we look forward to contributing to improved water quality and more sustainable fjords for the future.

🌊 Together, we create cleaner fjords.

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To support the continued growth and strategic development of Biowater Technology, Dag Kibsgaard-Petersen has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective 26 September 2025. With his extensive experience and proven track record, Dag brings valuable insights that will help elevate Biowater Technology’s role in advancing wastewater treatment solutions in Norway and internationally.

We extend our sincere thanks to former CEO Ilya Mario Savva for his dedicated leadership and significant contributions to the company over the years.

Biowater Technology designs and engineers next generation technologies and solutions for the municipal and industrial wastewater treatment markets. We deliver the next generation of wastewater treatment solutions to meet the growing global changes of water conservation and climate change. In this way we work every day, and on every project to ensure a sustainable future.

Olof Nordin
Chairman of the Board Biowater

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Dag Kibsgaard-Petersen utnevnt til ny CEO i Biowater Technology

For å styrke Biowater Technologys videre vekst og strategiske utvikling, er Dag Kibsgaard-Petersen utnevnt til administrerende direktør med virkning fra 26. september 2025. Med sin omfattende erfaring og solide merittliste tilfører Dag verdifulle perspektiver som vil bidra til å løfte selskapet videre.

Biowater Technology er godt posisjonert for å spille en sentral rolle i utviklingen av løsninger for avløpsrensing, både i Norge og internasjonalt.

Vi takker tidligere CEO Ilya Mario Savva for hans innsats og engasjement gjennom årene.

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Hos Biowater Technology er vi opptatt av å gi studenter verdifull erfaring og muligheten til å bidra i et innovativt og bærekraftig arbeidsmiljø. Denne sommeren har vi hatt gleden av å ha tre dyktige sommerstudenter hos oss. Ane Hofstad Lycke, Sander Johansen og Daniel Smedsrud, har vært en viktig del av teamet vårt, og har bidratt med ny kunnskap, friske ideer og stor engasjement.

I videoen nedenfor får du høre studentene fortelle om sine opplevelser, hva de har lært, og hvordan de har opplevd å være en del av Biowater-familien. Vi er stolte over å kunne tilby en læringsrik og inspirerende sommerjobb, og vi ønsker studentene lykke til i deres videre karriere!

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It is important for us at Biowater Technology, to give student the possibility to gain useful experience, and the opportunity to participate in an innovative and sustainable work environment. This summer we have been grateful to have three skilled and motivated students amongst us. Ane Hofstad Lycke, Sander Johansen og Daniel Smedsrud, have all been an important part of the Biowater team, and contributed with new knowledge, fresh perspectives and dedication.

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Uniwater enters agreement to acquire Biowater Technology – expands geographical reach and specialist expertise in water treatment!

 

Uniwater is one of the Nordic region’s leading groups in water infrastructure, and its specialized subsidiaries offer comprehensive solutions for water and wastewater to the Nordic market. The Group has mora than 400 employees and a turnover of just over SEK 1.5 billion. Uniwater conducts operations in the business areas Water Treatment, Pumping Stations, Products and Solutions.

– We are thrilled to welcome Biowater Technology to the Uniwater group. This acquisition aligns with our vision of leveraging specialized technologies and expertise to address water challenges in communities in a global context. Together, we are well-positioned to drive innovation and expand our offerings to a wider customer base, says Pål Warolin, CEO, Uniwater Group.

 

 

 

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CFAS® from Biowater Technology – A smart way to upgrade existing plants for total nitrogen removal.

Due to the new stringent regulations by the European Wastewater Treatment Directive, the municipality of Damüls needed a way to achieve total nitrogen removal within their existing treatment plant.

DAMÜLS claimed in 2006 as the snowiest village in the world, Damüls is a small municipality in Austria. The municipality has its principal activities in the winter tourism. The population varies largely from the winter and the other seasons, which impacts the wastewater flow to be treated.

Background:

Biowater Technology was contacted by Dr. Richard Moosbrugger from IB-MR in Austria, the consultant of the Damüls Municipality in August 2020, and together worked to find the best solution to upgrade an existing plant to achieve the new requirements for nitrogen and ammonia removal. The solution was to upgrade the existing pure activated sludge plant to a hybrid system, with reuse of of the existing basins upgraded to CFAS® process from Biowater Technology and introduce mixing within existing basins.

The plant had originally thirteen basins, being that two pre clarifiers; five sludge tanks and four activated sludge tanks. The upgrade was done by converting two reactors into denitrification reactors, four to CFAS ® reactors; and adapting some of the sludge tanks to activated sludge reactors. The solution was designed for all conditions that permit the removal requirements in two scenarios:

Winter, when the population triples and in the summer. In summer scenario some reactors will be put out of operation, which will reduce the operational costs.

The plant must perform removal of ammonia lower than 5 mg NH₄-N/l in any temperature and nitrogen removal of 70% for temperature higher than 12^oC.  

The performance of the plant is:

 

• • 97,7 % COD removal with final effluent with 15 mg/l COD.

• • Ammonia close to 0 mg/l

• • and 82,4% for TN removal with final effluent close to 15 mg/l.

For questions or more information about this project, please contact Stefan Kjørsvik from Biowater Technology for further questions.

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Biowater Technology is proud to have signed the FEED study (Front-End Engineering Design) with Slamsug AS, Ålesund Norway for their future unique and sustainable project, where we will design facilities for industrial wastewater. This marks an important step in our and Slamsug AS’s commitment towards environmentally friendly and sustainable waste management.

The FEED study will serve as the blueprint for the development of an advanced wastewater treatment plant specifically designed to handle and treat industrial wastewater in compliance with strict environmental regulations. By utilizing our expertise in the industry, Biowater Technology together with Slamsug aims to set new standards for responsible treatment of industrial wastewater.

Main objectives of the FEED study:

1. Technology evaluation: The study will assess and select cutting-edge technologies that ensure effective and safe treatment, and minimize the external environment.

2. Comprehensive risk analysis: A thorough risk assessment will be conducted to identify potential challenges and implement robust measures to mitigate any environmental or operational risks associated with the abatement.

3. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with local and national industrial purification regulations according to IED will be a priority throughout the FEED study, laying the foundation for a facility that meets BAT-AEL requirements.

4. Resource optimization: The study will explore opportunities for resource recovery and recycling in the treatment process, in line with circular economy principles.

Commenting on the launch of the FEED study, Stefan Kjørsvik, Commercial Manager at Biowater Technology, said: «The project with Slamsug AS is an example of our commitment to responsible environmental management. The FEED study is a critical phase and lays the foundation for a facility that not only meets BAT-AEL IED requirements, but exceeds expectations in terms of safety, efficiency and sustainability. «

Hans-Christian Haugen, CEO of Slamsug AS comments: «Slamsug AS is very pleased to have Biowater Technology on this project to perform the critical part of design, engineering and construction. The professionalism, experience and, not least, the understanding of the environment and sustainability was an important and decisive factor«

About Biowater Technology: Biowater Technology are experts in the design and delivery of tailor-made biological solutions for wastewater treatment. We develop and implement our own next-generation treatment technology to meet the growing global challenges of water treatment and climate change. In this way, we work every day, and on every project to ensure a sustainable future.

For questions or more information about the FEED study, solutions and this project, please contact Stefan Kjørsvik from Biowater Technology for further questions.

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Vacancies

Below is our currently vacant positions. We are always open for general applications –
if you believe your background is of interest please apply!.

For general applications

Mail: post@biowater.no

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