AST - Soluções e Serviços deAmbiente Lda

AST — Soluções e Serviços de Ambiente Lda, founded in 2008 and based in Portugal, is a specialized manufacturer of membrane-based water and effluent treatment systems, recognized as the only Portuguese manufacturer of reverse osmosis technology applied to landfill leachate treatment. The company develops and builds compact, turnkey, fully automated treatment plants housed in shipping containers, integrating advanced membrane filtration processes including reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, and ultrafiltration. AST's core application is landfill leachate treatment, where their RO systems achieve high contaminant rejection rates for complex waste streams. Their technology portfolio also serves potable water production, industrial wastewater treatment, and water reuse applications. Beyond equipment manufacturing, AST provides rental of mobile treatment equipment to handle variable flows and peak production demands, including products, parts, maintenance, and assisted operation. The company also supplies membranes, replacement parts, and chemical products for ongoing system performance. AST holds ISO 9001 certification and has received the PME Lider 2024 designation recognizing Portuguese SME leadership. Their research and development activities include participation in EU-funded innovation projects such as ApR-TEC, Farmasense, NUTRILIX, and Adaptar PME, reflecting a focus on advancing membrane treatment technology for challenging water matrices.