In the wake of global climate change and the increased demand for innovative solutions in water resources management and water resilience planning, Water Services and Technologies (WST) is excited to commence operations in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, where it will deliver adaptive solutions for complex challenges in hydrogeology, hydrology, aqueous geochemistry, hydrogeotechnics and digital transformations.
WST is a company with global reach, with consolidated offices in Brazil and Kazakhstan. The establishment of a subsidiary in North America marks a significant step in the company’s global expansion where it will offer its technical services to help clients address water challenges, maintain compliance with local regulations, and support corporate efforts around (ESG) Environment, Social and Governance principles, worldwide.
Water Services and Technologies Canada (WST Canada) is headed by Dr. Aschalew Debebe, who will oversee Operations and Technology, and Martin Draeger, responsible for Business Development and Strategic Marketing. Both have extensive global experience in environmental consulting, technology innovation and business management.
“WST Canada will initially focus on providing integrated solutions for mining, water and beverage, and industrial companies grappling with persistent water-related challenges. Whether too much water, or too little water, our teams of environmental engineers, earth scientists and digital transformation experts will provide clients with practical, cost-effective solutions, while also adding operational insights through our data management team”, says Draeger.
“It’s understood that effective water resources management depends on an integrated approach, combining sector-specific knowledge, the right technologies, and the ability to transform data into strategic business intelligence. We lead important projects aimed at optimizing processes and providing intelligence to support operational decisions and the production of compliance reports for ESG goals”, Dr. Debebe explains.
The CEO of Water Services and Technologies, Dr. Nilson Guiguer, celebrates the expansion and believes that this is a very important step for the organization as a whole.
“Water Services and Technologies is dedicated to addressing the intricate challenges faced by industries dealing with water and environmental issues. Our multi-disciplinary team is equipped to provide practical, technological, and economically viable solutions tailored to the unique requirements of our clients.
Our global presence, with offices in Canada, Kazakhstan, and Brazil, underscores our commitment to delivering top-notch solutions on an international scale.
We are not just solving problems; we are driving innovation and setting new standards in the industry.”, says Dr. Guiguer.
Water Services and Technologies is a leading provider of integrated water solutions tailored for mines, food and beverage, industrial, and water supply organizations. Our team, comprising of highly skilled professionals in earth sciences, engineering, and data architecture, excels in delivering practical and innovative solutions.
With expertise in hydrogeology, hydrogeotechnics, hydrogeochemistry, hydrology, data management, and business intelligence technology, we focus on providing tangible benefits to our clients.
Operating globally, our strategic presence ensures that we address diverse water challenges, contributing to operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and overall sustainability.



