[ Solutions listing ](/water-capabilities " Solutions listing") **WHAT WE DELIVER** **Integrated water cycle solutions** for industrial challenges No matter the complexity of your pollution challenges, we design and operate integrated treatment solutions across wastewater, process water and sludge, tailored to your operational reality and seamlessly connected into a full water cycle management approach. [Discover our Case Studies](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/water-capabilities/wastewater-and-process-water-treatment-0#casestudieswastewater) ![reclaIm water Veolia Solution](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/image/2026/04/Design%20sans%20titre%20%288%29.png.webp?itok=njv3HZsW) ![Process Water Treatment](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/default/public/image/2026/05/Design%20sans%20titre%20%2812%29.png.webp?itok=eFPVZ4gY) **PROCESS WATER TREATMENT** **High-purity water for reliable operations.** From implementing smart energy monitoring systems to developing sustainable power alternatives, we help industrials reduce operational costs, optimize consumption , and achieve measurable results in carbon footprint reduction while supporting their transition towards cleaner local energy solutions. ![wastewater management veolia](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/default/public/image/2026/05/Design%20sans%20titre%20%2811%29.png.webp?itok=hMFtwCNq) **WASTEWATER TREATMENT** **Safe discharge or reuse-ready effluent.** Tailor-made treatment systems designed to meet stringent discharge standards, even for complex effluents. Combination of biological and chemical processes to ensure high-quality treatments for safe discharge or reuse. ![Sludge Treatment](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/default/public/image/2026/05/Design%20sans%20titre%20%2810%29.png.webp?itok=lfMel7Iu) **SLUDGE MANAGEMENT** **Reduced sludge volumes, maximized recovery.** Volume reduction solutions lower handling and off-site disposal costs. Advanced recovery technologies convert residual sludge into valuable resources or energy. ### Stream Segregation & Characterization We first identify and separate wastewater streams according to their characteristics to optimize treatment efficiency and reduce operational costs. **Why it matters:** Reduces treatment complexity, prevents contamination between stream, improves overall efficiency, cost control and allow potential resource recovery or/and reuse. ### Pre-Treatment We stabilize water quality through pH adjustment, cooling, and removal of suspended solids. **Why it matters:** Extends downstream equipment lifespan and reduces maintenance costs. ### Advanced Treatment Processes We apply a combination of robust and proven technologies to ensure efficient pollutant removal. **Why it matters:** This step ensures reliable treatment and prepares water for discharge or reuse. ### Final Treatment & Compliance Final polishing and quality control ensure regulatory compliance, stable discharge quality, and reuse readiness. - Regulatory compliance - Stable and consistent discharge quality - Protection of downstream systems **Why it matters:** Audit-ready discharge data **OPERATIONAL APPROACH** How we design a treatment solution **for your facility.** Every project starts with your streams, your business and operational constraints, and your discharge targets, not a standard product catalogue. [Contact Us](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/contact-us/customer-enquiry/contact-us-water#no-back) **FULL WATER CYCLE SOLUTIONS** Beyond Treatment, **Water Reuse & Reclaim** Wastewater treatment is the foundation of a broader water strategy. Once effectively treated, wastewater can become a valuable resource. We support industries in going further by enabling water reuse and water reclamation solutions for on-site applications such as utilities, while optimizing overall water efficiency to reduce environmental impact. [Discover Reuse Solutions](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/water-capabilities/reclaim-reuse-water-solutions) ![wastewater management veolia](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/image/2026/05/Design%20sans%20titre%20%2818%29.png.webp?itok=d9C3Zwuk) **DIGITAL DRIVEN OPERATION** Smart Monitoring & Digital Control We ensure continuous performance through digital solutions: - 24/7 real-time monitoring - Remote diagnostics & supervision - Predictive maintenance - Data-driven optimization Ensuring reliability, efficiency, and proactive system management **Engineering Efficiency** Compact & Optimized Plant Design We deliver high-performance systems adapted to industrial constraints: - Compact, space-efficient designs - High-density integration of processes - Optimized footprint for constrained sites - Ideal for dense industrial zones like Singapore [ ![VUAB Pharma Veolia Case Study ](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2025/09/Screenshot%202025-09-23%20110654.png.webp?itok=k5MlOLiC) ](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/vuab-pharma-wastewater-treatment-plant-optimisation-and-management "VUAB Pharma : Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimisation") PHARMA INDUSTRY [VUAB Pharma : Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimisation](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/vuab-pharma-wastewater-treatment-plant-optimisation-and-management "VUAB Pharma : Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimisation") Optimisation and management of VUAB Pharma's industrial 350 m3/d wastewater treatment plant with a municipal wastewater treatment systems located nearby. [Read more](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/vuab-pharma-wastewater-treatment-plant-optimisation-and-management "VUAB Pharma : Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimisation") [ ![](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2020/05/Devro-sees-strong-overseas-performance_1.jpg.webp?itok=hrL7snzH) ](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/devro-optimising-and-treatment-industrial-and-municipal-wastewater "Devro: Optimising and treatment of Industrial wastewater") FOOD INDUSTRY [Devro: Optimising and treatment of Industrial wastewater](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/devro-optimising-and-treatment-industrial-and-municipal-wastewater "Devro: Optimising and treatment of Industrial wastewater") Optimized wastewater treatment and process water management delivering regulatory compliance, reduced costs, and reliable service continuity. [Read more](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/devro-optimising-and-treatment-industrial-and-municipal-wastewater "Devro: Optimising and treatment of Industrial wastewater") [ ![](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2020/05/loreal-suzhou-68851_0_0.jpg.webp?itok=PCxNk_3q) ](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/loreal-holistic-and-innovative-wastewater-treatment-and-recycling "L'Oréal: Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Recycling") COSMETIC INDUSTRY [L'Oréal: Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Recycling](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/loreal-holistic-and-innovative-wastewater-treatment-and-recycling "L'Oréal: Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Recycling") A tailored wastewater treatment and recycling solution enables reduced water and energy consumption at the Suzhou plant in China. [Read more](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/loreal-holistic-and-innovative-wastewater-treatment-and-recycling "L'Oréal: Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Recycling") [ ![](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2020/05/Toledo-Refining-Company--PTAR.png.webp?itok=9wRHmcxr) ](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/toledo-refining-company-treatment-and-reuse-industrial-wastewater "Toledo : Treatment and Reuse of Industrial Wastewater") REFINING INDUSTRY [Toledo : Treatment and Reuse of Industrial Wastewater](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/toledo-refining-company-treatment-and-reuse-industrial-wastewater "Toledo : Treatment and Reuse of Industrial Wastewater") Solid and debris removal from refinery water, supported by full operational maintenance, allowing the refinery to focus on its core business. [Read more](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies/toledo-refining-company-treatment-and-reuse-industrial-wastewater "Toledo : Treatment and Reuse of Industrial Wastewater") Previous Next **RESULTS** Case Studies Every facility has its own wastewater and process water treatment challenges. We support industrial operators with high-performance treatment solutions that reduce discharge, enable reuse, and help move toward zero liquid discharge. [Explore Water Case Studies](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/global-case-studies?activity[]=1416&sort_by=created&sort_order=DESC) **CONTACT US** Ready to unlock the value of your **wastewater and process water?** Speak with a water treatment specialist to explore tailored solutions for your facility. [Contact a Water Expert](https://www.southeastasia.veolia.com/contact-us/customer-enquiry/contact-us-water#no-back) ![veolia plant](/sites/g/files/dvc2031/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/image/2025/06/2C7A8807%20%281%29%20%281%29.jpg.webp?itok=Nwd7S9mb) **FAQ** Frequently Asked Questions ### What is industrial wastewater and why does it need treatment? Industrial wastewater is water generated after use in production activities and internal site operations (e.g. cleaning, cooling, laboratories). - The Challenge: Often contains high COD, suspended solids, oils, salts, metals, or specific chemicals - The Goal: Strict treatment protocols are required before discharge or potential reuse to meet environmental standards. ### What is process water and why does its quality matter? Process water is the water used within industrial operations for production, cleaning, rinsing, cooling, formulation, or other process-related applications. - The Challenge: Quality must be precise to protect sensitive equipment and ensure product integrity. - The Goal: Adaptable treatment to prevent scaling, corrosion, and operational downtime. Its quality must be adapted to the specific needs of the site and the process to ensure : product quality, operational reliability, and equipment protection. ### Where can I find the official discharge regulations in Singapore? Discharge standards in Singapore are set by two regulatory bodies. We recommend consulting their official guidelines directly: - [NEA - Allowable Limits for Trade Effluent Discharge to Watercourse or Controlled Watercourse](https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/pollution-control/water-quality/allowable-limits-for-trade-effluent-discharge-to-watercourse-or-controlled-watercourse) - [PUB - Requirements for Discharge of Trade Effluent into the Public Sewers](https://www.pub.gov.sg/Documents/requirements_UW.pdf) ### What kind of challenges do you typically solve? Industrial water treatment rarely fits a standard model. Here are the core challenges we are built to address: - **Variable loads -** Batch production, seasonal demand, multi-product lines. We design adaptive systems that hold stable performance whatever the flow. - **Complex chemistry** - Your effluent doesn't fit a standard matrix. We build custom treatment trains combining physical, chemical, and advanced processes - **Compliance pressure -** Discharge standards are tightening, one exceedance can trigger shutdowns. We engineer reliable systems with continuous monitoring and audit-ready data. - **Process water quality -** Scaling, corrosion, microbial contamination show up in downtime and failed batches. We deliver consistent, application-specific water quality with continuous QA. - **Space constraints -** No room for a conventional plant? We design compact systems that integrate seamlessly into existing facilities, ideal for land-scarce sites like Singapore. - **ESG & water scarcity -** Water is no longer a free input. We optimize your full water cycle with closed-loop reuse systems that reduce freshwater demand and increase internal recycling. Show more