Muscat

What Muscat does

Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC (MPES) is a multi-discipline environmental engineering and services firm headquartered in Al-Qurum, Sultanate of Oman, founded in 2008 by E.M. Badhrudeen. The firm designs, erects, commissions, and operates water and wastewater treatment plants for government, industrial, and commercial clients across Oman, deploying a portfolio of treatment technologies including MBBR (Moving Bed Bio Reactor), MBR (Membrane Bio Reactor), SBR (Sequencing Batch Reactor), UASB (Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket), Extended Aeration, Advanced Oxidation, and Photo-Cell processes. Core service lines encompass Liquid Waste Management (STP/WTP/ETP), Operation & Maintenance of treatment plants, Environmental Consultancy (EIA, water quality monitoring, pollution impact studies), Solid Waste Management, and Laboratory Services & Chemical Supply. Major clients include Haya Water (multi-zone STP O&M), Royal Oman Police (O&M at 18+ locations), the Ministry of Defense, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), and hospitality and education accounts such as Alila Resort and the University of Technology & Applied Sciences.

The business operates a portfolio-based model combining turnkey project delivery with multi-year O&M contracts (typically 1–5 years) that produce recurring revenue from public-sector clients. Revenue streams span project-based water and wastewater treatment contracts, recurring managed O&M services, building materials trading (via Buildex International LLC), specialty chemical supply (via MPES CHEM), and engineering workshop services (via Muscat Engineering Services LLC). The firm holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications and represents 15+ international electromechanical and specialty material principals. In March 2023, MPES was acquired by Gradiant (Boston, USA), integrating the firm's O&M capabilities and Middle East footprint into Gradiant's broader water and wastewater platform, including access to SmartOps plant performance optimization technology. The firm maintains roughly 400 employees and a wholly-owned India subsidiary (est. 2017), with all revenue ultimately tied to Oman's regulated water and wastewater infrastructure market.

Name

Muscat

Legal name

Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC

Website

https://mpesllc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC (MPES) is an Oman-based environmental engineering firm that designs, builds, and operates water and wastewater treatment plants for government, industrial, and commercial clients using MBBR, MBR, SBR, and UASB technologies, now operating as a subsidiary of Gradiant following its March 2023 acquisition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water and Wastewater Treatment Services

NAICS

Sewage Treatment Facilities (22132), Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Water Supply (4941), Electric, Gas & Sanitary Services (4900)

akta.pro primary industry

Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Equipment (Clarifiers, Aeration, Membrane Systems) (IMAHAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Wastewater & Effluent Treatment Services (BPALAHAD), Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Asset Management (EUAEAMAH), Construction Management & Delivery (EPCM/CMAR/Design-Build Oversight) (EUANALAE)

Keywords

• Water treatment services
• Wastewater treatment engineering
• Sewage treatment plants
• Effluent treatment solutions
• Environmental engineering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Qurm

HQ country

Oman

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Water & Wastewater Treatment Projects: Turnkey solutions from design, erection, commissioning to maintenance and operation of sewage treatment plants, effluent treatment plants, and water treatment plants. Revenue generated through project-based contracts.
2. Operation & Maintenance Services: Long-term O&M contracts for STP/ETP plants, typically spanning 1-5 years with recurring revenue from government and municipal clients.
3. Building Materials Trading: Trading of specialty building materials including DI manhole covers, valves, pipes, fittings through Buildex International LLC subsidiary.
4. Chemical Supply: Supply of specialty chemicals for swimming pools, wastewater treatment, RO plants, laundry, and industrial cleaning through MPES CHEM division.
5. Engineering Workshop Services: Steel fabrication, motor winding, and repair/maintenance of electromechanical equipment.
6. Environmental Consultancy: Environmental Impact Assessments, water quality monitoring studies, pollution impact studies, and DPR preparation services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC (MPES) is an environmental engineering company that delivers turnkey water and wastewater treatment solutions — including design, erection, commissioning, and long-term operation & maintenance of sewage treatment plants (STP), water treatment plants (WTP), and effluent treatment plants (ETP) for government, municipal, and industrial clients in Oman. The group also operates subsidiaries for specialty building materials trading (Buildex International LLC), chemical supply and laboratory services (MPES CHEM), and steel fabrication/electromechanical equipment repair (Muscat Engineering Services LLC).

Product overview

Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC (MPES) is a multi-discipline environmental engineering solutions provider offering turnkey solutions from design, erection, commissioning to maintenance and operation of water and wastewater treatment plants. The company operates a portfolio-based business model with three main divisions: Muscat Projects & Environmental Services LLC (core water/wastewater O&M and treatment), Buildex International LLC (speciality building materials trading), and MPES Chem (chemical supplies and laboratory services). The product ecosystem includes Liquid Waste Management services (Sewage Treatment Plants, Water Treatment Plants, Effluent Treatment Plants), Operation & Maintenance services, Environmental Consultancy, Solid Waste Management, Laboratory Services & Chemical Supply through MPES Chem, Electromechanical Equipment Supply via international principle suppliers, and Engineering & Steel Fabrication Workshop services. Key treatment technologies employed include MBBR, SBR, MBR, UASB, extended aeration, and advanced oxidation processes. The group employs 400+ personnel and serves major clients including Haya Water, Royal Oman Police, Ministry of Defense, and Petroleum Development Oman.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Liquid Waste Management (Sewage, Water & Effluent Treatment Plants) Turnkey design, erection, and commissioning of sewage treatment plants (STP), water treatment plants (WTP) using microfiltration/ultrafiltration/nanofiltration/reverse osmosis, and effluent treatment plants (ETP) for domestic, commercial, and industrial clients. Uses MBBR, SBR, MBR, UASB, Advanced Oxidation, and Photo-Cell processes.
• Operation & Maintenance of STP & ETP Comprehensive long-term O&M (typically 1-5 year contracts) of sewage and effluent treatment plants across multiple locations in Oman for clients including Haya Water, Royal Oman Police, Ministry of Defense, and Petroleum Development Oman.
• Environmental Consultancy Environmental Impact Assessment studies, environmental management plans, water quality monitoring studies, pollution impact studies, environmental auditing, social impact assessment, and Detailed Project Report (DPR) preparation for liquid and solid waste management plants.
• Solid Waste Management Solid waste processing plants, waste-to-energy plants, bio-gas plants, sanitary landfills, medical waste management, slaughterhouse waste management, sludge treatment using reed bed technology, and remediation of existing dump sites.
• MPES CHEM - Laboratory Services & Chemical Supply One-stop supply of chemicals (swimming pool, pest control, wastewater treatment, RO plant, laundry, floor cleaning, water test kits) plus analytical laboratory services for water, air, and solid sample analysis.
• Electromechanical Equipment Supply Supply and representation of international manufacturers of pumps, blowers, air filtration systems, oil skimmers, MBBR media, tube settlers, and wastewater treatment equipment (partners include ShinMaywa, sera, MAS-DAF, Purafil, Global Castings, Hydro Prokav, Reliant Water Technologies, Greatech, FLUITECO, SBS Enviro, TechFab, Bioneer, Asoplast, and Redivac).
• Building & Construction Materials Trading (Buildex International LLC) ISO 9001:2015/14001:2015/45001:2018 accredited trading of specialty building materials including DI manhole covers, DI valves, pipes, fittings, industrial tools, hardware, and electrical accessories. Leading DI manhole cover trader in Oman.
• Engineering & Steel Fabrication Workshop (Muscat Engineering Services LLC) ISO 9001:2015/14001:2015 and OSHAS 18001:2007 accredited structural steel fabrication, miscellaneous metals and light ornamental steel structure erection (wastewater plants, railings, warehouses, platforms, ladders, manifolds), motor winding services up to 100 KW, and repair/maintenance of electromechanical equipment (pumps, blowers, compressors, motors).

Quantifiable outcome

• One of Oman's leading wastewater management companies with key clients including Haya Water, Royal Oman Police, and Petroleum Development Oman
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GradiantcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 March 2023Gradiant acquired MPES to expand full-service capabilities in Middle East including deployment of SmartOps plant performance optimization and asset management technology. MPES's core expertise in O&M services integrated into Gradiant's regional platform.
• Global Castings Pvt. Ltd. (India)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive representation for ductile iron and cast iron manhole covers, gratings, pipe fittings, and valves for infrastructural castings. Global Castings established in July 2010 with capacity of 18000 MT per annum.
• R B Agarwalla & Co. (India)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment of India recognized Trading House with Golden Status, leading manufacturer and exporter of highest quality manhole covers in Ductile Iron & Cast Iron complying to BS EN 94/124 & BS 76/497 standards.
• Purafil Inc. (USA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorld leader in gas-phase air filtration media and Air Purification Systems with 40+ years experience. ISO 9001:2000 certified and approved by Oman Ministry of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources.
• MAS-DAF Makina Sanayi A.S. (Turkey)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor30+ years of experience in design and manufacturing of world class pumps including end suction volute pumps, in-line pumps, multistage pumps, and fire fighting pumps. Member of Europump.
• Hydro Prokav Pumps India Pvt. Ltd.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISO 9001 certified leading manufacturer of various types of positive displacement pumps including screw pumps, gear pumps, and progressive cavity pumps.
• Reliant Water TechnologiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal marketing company supplying products for water and wastewater treatment including Sewper RX - patented polymicrobial blend for organic waste and odor elimination.
• Greatech Machinery Industrial Co.Ltd (Taiwan)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading manufacturer of Roots blowers and Vacuum Pumps in Taiwan with 20+ years experience. Products include three-lobe roots type air blowers, fine bubble air diffusers, and MBBR media.
• FLUITECO (Europe)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecialized in design and manufacturing of wastewater treatment equipment with proprietary technology. Europe approved by MRME and ROP for municipal and industrial applications.
• ShinMaywa (Japan)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor65 years old company specializing in manufacturing blowers and pumps for wastewater systems. Approved by MRME.
• sera (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndependent family business since 1945, worldwide leading German manufacturer of dosing and compressor technology. Provides efficient customized solutions for liquid and gas dosing.
• SBS Enviro ConceptsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstablished 2006 with mission to offer innovative environmental friendly and energy conserving technologies for wastewater treatment including MBBR/FAB media and tube settlers.
• TechFab India Industries Ltd.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManufacturing geotextiles, geogrids, and gabions since 2003. Products include nonwoven geotextiles, woven geotextiles, and geocomposites.
• Bioneer (Excel Industries)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRevolutionary automatic waste converter machine that converts organic waste to manure in 24 hours. Compact, fully automated, and produces high quality manure.
• Asoplast S.p.A. (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperating since 1978, leader in PE-HD linear drainage channels and PVC pipes for sewage, water, and industrial applications.
• RedivacminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarket leaders in vacuum sewerage collection systems with 25+ years experience worldwide. Ideal for flat terrain with high water table, rocky terrain, and sandy landscapes.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Veolia Water Technologies: Global water and wastewater services giant operating across municipal and industrial segments in the Middle East. Overlaps with MPES in O&M, EPC, and chemical supply for water treatment plants.
• Suez Water Technologies & Solutions: Global water treatment and process solutions provider with active municipal and industrial projects in the Middle East. Competes for ETP/STP work and supplies treatment chemicals comparable to MPES CHEM.
• Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction: South Korean EPC major with a substantial water/wastewater and desalination business active across the Middle East. Overlaps on large-scale STP and water reuse EPC bids.
• Stantec (Global Water): Global engineering consultancy with a large water practice including treatment design and O&M advisory. Comparable on water/wastewater design, environmental consultancy, and asset management services.
• Larsen & Toubro (Water & Effluent Treatment): Indian conglomerate with a sizable water and effluent treatment EPC business serving Middle East municipal and industrial clients. Comparable on turnkey STP/ETP project execution at scale.
• Worley (Water & Environment): Global engineering and project delivery firm with water and environmental services serving Middle East oil & gas, industrial, and municipal clients. Comparable on ETP and industrial wastewater for oil & gas operators like PDO.

Direct peers

• Aquatech International: US-headquartered water and wastewater treatment solutions provider with strong Middle East footprint in industrial water, reuse, and zero-liquid-discharge projects. Directly comparable on industrial ETP and advanced treatment.
• Metito: UAE-headquartered global water and wastewater treatment specialist with strong Middle East EPC and O&M operations. Direct competitor for municipal and industrial STP/ETP tenders in Oman and across GCC.
• Fisia Italimpianti: Italian EPC contractor specializing in desalination and large-scale water/wastewater plants with significant Middle East project portfolio. Comparable on large municipal STP and water reuse EPC work.
• VA Tech Wabag: India-based global pure-play water and wastewater treatment EPC company with operations across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Competes head-to-head for municipal and industrial STP/ETP turnkey contracts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Muscat_Projetcs

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments1 record

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