What Dr. Pecher AG does

Dr. Pecher AG (legally Dr. Pecher GmbH) is a privately held German engineering consultancy founded in 1960 and headquartered in Erkrath, specializing in water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects. The firm operates from five regional offices across Germany (Erkrath, Bingen am Rhein, Mainz, Gelsenkirchen, Aachen) plus partner offices in Hamburg, Kiel, Flensburg, Schwerin, and Magdeburg, and is part of the Pecher Group together with wholly-owned subsidiary Pecher Software GmbH and the 2022-acquired aqua-plan GmbH (Aachen). The company claims over 65 years of accumulated expertise, more than 400 concurrent projects, and several hundred implemented stormwater treatment plants across Germany.

Its service portfolio spans four integrated areas: Planen & Bauen (engineering design, hydraulic simulation, planning and construction supervision for sewers, pumping stations, wastewater treatment plants, water supply networks, and flood protection); Messen & Betreiben (operational data management and an accredited Prüfstelle for flow measurement calibration in NRW and Hesse); Bewerten & Beraten (asset valuation, fixed-asset accounting, wastewater and road contribution fee consulting, including via the proprietary ANLA software); and Forschen & Entwickeln (applied R&D on climate adaptation, heavy-rain prevention, and stormwater treatment, including in-situ microflotation (ISM) technology and the AIS Starkregenvorsorge information system). The firm distinguishes itself through proprietary tools (ANLA, AIS, ISM, largest German technical stormwater filters with >100,000 m² connected area), active participation in DWA standards committees, and academic teaching partnerships with multiple German universities and international institutions.

Commercially, Dr. Pecher operates a B2B professional services model targeting German municipalities (Kommunen), regional water associations (Wasserverbände), and select commercial/industrial clients, with project-based, multi-year contracts negotiated per engagement. Work is acquired through public tenders, professional networks, and longstanding client relationships, and the firm is led by Managing Director Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus Hans Pecher, who also serves as Deputy Chairman of the DWA Main Committee 'Drainage Systems'. Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Dr. Pecher AG

Legal name

Dr. Pecher GmbH

Website

https://pecher.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Dr. Pecher AG is a privately held German engineering consultancy providing planning, construction supervision, accredited flow-measurement testing, asset valuation, and applied R&D services for water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects, serving municipalities, water associations, and industrial clients across Germany from five regional offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water and Wastewater Engineering Services

NAICS

Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413), Environmental Consulting Services (54162), Management Consulting Services (54161)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Water, Wastewater & Hydraulics Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction Management & Delivery (EPCM/CMAR/Design-Build Oversight) (EUANALAE), Water & Wastewater Compliance (NPDES/Stormwater, Pretreatment, Drinking Water/SDWA) (EUAHABAB), Sustainability & ESG Consulting (BPAHACAK)

Keywords

• Wastewater engineering services
• Water infrastructure consulting
• Stormwater treatment solutions
• Flood protection engineering
• Municipal asset management

Headquarters

HQ city

Erkrath

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Engineering and Planning Services: Conception, planning, and realization of technical solutions for water supply, wastewater disposal, water body design, and flood protection. Includes object planning (LPH 1-9) for municipal infrastructure projects such as canal construction, stormwater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and drinking water pipelines.
2. Asset Valuation and Consulting: Technical and commercial recording and evaluation of water, wastewater, and infrastructure assets. Includes fee calculations, asset accounting, and financial consulting for municipal fee structures.
3. Operations Support and Monitoring: Operational data management, flow measurements, inspection services, and ongoing support for wastewater treatment facilities. Includes calibration of throttle devices and monitoring systems.
4. Research and Development: Applied research and development projects in collaboration with universities and research institutions, often funded or commissioned by public bodies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Dr. Pecher GmbH is an engineering consultancy providing interdisciplinary planning, design, construction supervision, and operations support for water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects. Services span four areas: Planen & Bauen (engineering planning and construction supervision), Messen & Betreiben (accredited flow measurement testing and operational support), Bewerten & Beraten (asset valuation, fixed-asset accounting, fee consulting), and Forschen & Entwickeln (applied R&D in stormwater treatment and climate adaptation). The firm serves municipalities, regional water associations, and commercial/industrial clients across Germany from five branch offices.

Product overview

Dr. Pecher GmbH (Dr. Pecher AG) is an engineering consultancy offering four integrated service areas: Planen & Bauen (design, planning, and construction supervision for water, wastewater, and infrastructure), Messen & Betreiben (accredited flow measurement laboratory and operational support), Bewerten & Beraten (asset valuation, fixed-asset accounting, fee consulting, and road contribution assessments), and Forschen & Entwickeln (applied R&D in climate adaptation and stormwater treatment). The portfolio is complemented by proprietary tools including the ANLA asset management software, the AIS Starkregenvorsorge information system, and developed technologies such as in-situ microflotation (ISM) and high-performance technical stormwater filters achieving up to 75% treatment efficiency. The company operates an accredited testing laboratory (Prüfstelle) for flow calibration and collaborates with sister company Pecher Software GmbH for software distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Planen & Bauen (Planning & Construction) Engineering design, planning, and construction supervision services covering hydraulic simulations, wastewater canals and networks, pumping stations, mixed- and stormwater treatment, wastewater treatment plants, water bodies and flood protection, road construction, water supply, and electrical infrastructure. Targets municipal, water association, and industrial clients.
• Messen & Betreiben (Measurement & Operations) Operational data management services including an accredited flow measurement testing laboratory (Prüfstelle für Durchflussmessungen), measurements in drainage systems, and ongoing support for daily operations of wastewater facilities.
• Bewerten & Beraten (Assessment & Consulting) Valuation, consulting, and financial advisory services for water and wastewater infrastructure, including asset valuation, fixed-asset accounting, wastewater fee calculations, and road construction contribution assessments for municipal clients.
• Forschen & Entwickeln (Research & Development) Applied research and development focused on climate adaptation, heavy rainfall management, and stormwater treatment, including pilot projects, development of innovative treatment technologies, and cooperation with universities and research institutions.
• ANLA Asset Management Program Proprietary software program developed by Dr. Pecher GmbH for the administration and management of municipal fixed assets, used in conjunction with asset valuation and fixed-asset accounting services. Distributed by Pecher Software GmbH.
• In-situ Microflotation (ISM) Technology Modular in-situ microflotation technology for enhanced removal of fine particulate matter (AFS63) and microplastics from stormwater runoff; combinable with conventional sedimentation tanks and applicable for new installations or retrofits.
• Technical Stormwater Filters High-performance technical filter systems for stormwater treatment, including Germany's largest technical rainwater filters with connected areas well over 100,000 m², achieving approximately 75% treatment efficiency. Several hundred have been implemented nationwide.
• AIS Starkregenvorsorge (Information System for Heavy Rainfall Prevention) Auskunfts- und Informationssystem Starkregenvorsorge (AIS) - an information and advisory system for heavy rainfall prevention. Selected for the environmental exhibition at the German President's residence Schloss Bellevue.
• Prüfstelle für Durchflussmessungen (Accredited Flow Measurement Testing Laboratory) Accredited testing laboratory for flow measurements in drainage systems, providing calibration and verification services for municipal sewage treatment plants. Accredited in North Rhine-Westphalia (per SüwV-kom NRW, every 3 years) and Hessen (per Hessisches Wassergesetz, every 5 years).

Quantifiable outcome

• Germany-wide, several hundred stormwater treatment plants implemented based on Dr. Pecher-developed technologies
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MicroBubbles GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationJoint research collaboration on microplastics removal in stormwater sedimentation tanks using in-situ microflotation technology. Presented findings at SPN11 conference in Trondheim and NOVATECH in Lyon. Technology combines Dr. Pecher's stormwater treatment expertise with MicroBubbles' microflotation systems.
• Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen Bocholt RecklinghausencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeaching collaboration with lectureships assigned to Daniela Böckmann and Prof. Holger Hoppe for the course 'Management urbaner Wasserressourcen' (Urban Water Resource Management) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Environmental and Building Technology. Collaboration includes practical project examples and research projects.
• Hochschule BielefeldminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic research collaboration in joint projects, particularly related to microplastics research and stormwater treatment technology development.
• Bergische Universität WuppertalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple collaborations including teaching assignments (Prof. Hoppe lectures as honorary professor), guest lectures, student supervision, and joint research. Hosts Antrittsvorlesungen (inaugural lectures) for company professors. Part of GABV (Institute for Foundation Engineering, Waste and Water Management).
• University of Waterloo (Canada)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent exchange program hosting Noëlynne Fry from September-December 2025 for practical experience. Collaborative research on microplastics in stormwater treatment facilities across Europe. Research paper co-developed for NOVATECH 2026.
• TU KaiserslauternminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of educational module 'Klimaangepasste Siedlungsentwässerung' (KliWäss) for climate-adapted urban drainage, along with DWA.
• NTNU Trondheim (Norway)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for SPN11 (11th International Conference on Sewer Processes and Networks). Dr. Pecher staff participated with presentations and session leadership.
• GRAIE (France)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganizer of NOVATECH international conference series. Dr. Pecher staff present research findings and participate in conference activities.
• Pecher Software GmbHcoreOthersPart of the Pecher Group of companies. Distributes proprietary ANLA software for municipal asset management. Related entity under common corporate group ownership.
• aqua_plan GmbHcoreOthersAcquired by Pecher Group in January 2022. Ingenieurgesellschaft für Problemlösungen in Hydrologie und Umweltschutz (Engineering company for problem-solving in hydrology and environmental protection). Located at same address as Dr. Pecher Aachen office.
• DWA (Deutsche Vereinigung für Wasserwirtschaft, Abwasser und Abfall)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional association collaboration including standards development, joint education modules (KliWäss), certification courses, and conference co-organization. Dr. Klaus Hans Pecher serves as Deputy Chairman of the Main Committee 'Drainage Systems'.
• Wupperverbandsgesellschaft für integrale Wasserwirtschaft GmbHminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint energy study for wastewater treatment plant optimization in Pulheim, combining integral water management expertise.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Arcadis: Global design, engineering, and consultancy firm with a large water and wastewater practice serving municipalities and utilities across Europe. Directly comparable to Dr. Pecher on municipal water infrastructure planning, but operates at far greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Ramboll: Danish-headquartered engineering consultancy with a strong water and wastewater infrastructure practice serving European municipalities and utilities. Comparable to Dr. Pecher on planning, design, and climate adaptation services for urban water systems, but with much broader geographic and service coverage.
• Sweco: European engineering and architecture consultancy with a significant water and environmental infrastructure practice acquired in part from the German Dorsch Gruppe. Comparable to Dr. Pecher on German municipal water infrastructure, but operates as a pan-European platform.
• AFRY (formerly Pöyry): European engineering, design, and advisory firm with significant water and wastewater infrastructure capabilities. Comparable to Dr. Pecher on engineering services for water utilities, but with international scale and broader industrial/energy exposure.
• CDM Smith: Global environmental and infrastructure engineering firm with established water and wastewater practice in Europe. Comparable to Dr. Pecher on municipal water and stormwater engineering, but operating at much greater scale and breadth.

Direct peers

• Björnsen Beratende Ingenieure: German engineering consultancy headquartered in Koblenz specializing in water management, hydraulic engineering, wastewater, and flood protection. Closest head-to-head peer to Dr. Pecher in terms of size, German focus, and municipal water infrastructure service offering.
• Steinbacher-Consult Ingenieurgesellschaft: German engineering consultancy focused on urban water management, hydraulic modeling, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management. Directly comparable mid-sized specialist peer serving German municipalities.
• Dahlem Beratende Ingenieure: Bonn-based German engineering consultancy in water, wastewater, and infrastructure serving municipalities and water associations. Directly comparable niche peer to Dr. Pecher in terms of service portfolio and target customer base.
• Ingenieurgesellschaft Dr. Siekmann + Partner: German engineering consultancy active in water resources, hydraulic engineering, and wastewater infrastructure for municipalities. Comparable mid-sized German specialist peer to Dr. Pecher.

Others

• Pecher Software GmbH: Wholly-owned subsidiary within the Pecher Group that distributes the proprietary ANLA municipal asset management software. Included as a group-company peer, not an external competitor, but the most directly relevant entity for the software/technology revenue stream.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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