History
Water and Wastewater Treatment Solutions since 1971
We’ve been busy at ABCO Water, designing and manufacturing new plants, servicing existing plants, doing site works, and keeping our valued clients happy
History
History of ABCO Water Systems
Founded by Andrew Brown in York, Western Australia as a plumbing and hardware store
Expanded into government building construction and maintenance services
Andrew Brown’s son Murray Brown takes over operation of the business
Recognising the growing needs of the mining and resources sector, began supplying water and wastewater treatment systems
Murray Brown relaunches the business as ABCO Water Systems, a dedicated water and wastewater treatment solutions provider
ABCO Water unveiled its new logo featuring the jacana bird. Known for its ability to walk on water, the jacana symbolises balance, adaptability, and precision, qualities that reflect ABCO Water’s approach to water treatment solutions
Expands with the opening of an international office in Singapore
ABCO Water experiences continued growth with 72 full time employees
Along with projects in Australia ABCO Water completes many international projects in various countries, including Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, Burma, Singapore, East Timor, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Nauru and New Caledonia, highlighted their capability to deliver reliable water treatment solutions in challenging environments
ABCO Water achieved triple certification to ISO 9001, 45001, and 14001. These certifications underscore the company’s commitment to quality management, occupational health and safety, and environmental management
Acquired by BWater, the new directors add a combined 45+ years of water and wastewater treatment experience, and an expanded product and service offering
Signed exclusive Australian distributorship agreement for AMCON’s VOLUTE™ Sludge Dewatering Technology, the inventor of the “multi-disc screw press”
Signed exclusive Australian distributorship agreement for PlanetTEK’s PlanetDISC™ Rotating Biological Contactor (RBC) technology
Awarded first multimillion-dollar contract under new ownership including both potable water and wastewater treatment plants for a 650EP Australian mining camp
Achieved Category 3 Contractor Status with Tier 1 mining contractor Rio Tinto
Awarded a long-term “Lease to Own” contract under new ownership for a substantial 500m³ RO plant at an Australian mine site
Triple ISO recertification, highlighting our commitment to safety, quality and the environment
Marked the milestone of tripling our team size – a proud moment in ABCO’s growth journey
Expanded to the East Coast, establishing a local footprint to drive new opportunities and better support our clients
Proudly granted Water Services Licence WL54 by the ERA, allowing us to operate as a regulated utility across Western Australia
Launched our new website – a key milestone that brings clarity to why we exist, how we work, and what we deliver, all anchored in our purpose of ‘Making Water Right’