About

Breakthrough Membrane Technologies from Proven Water Innovation Leaders

Founded by veteran water innovators who invented the core technologies powering today's most advanced membrane systems

Company Overview

Founded in 2020, OSMOSYS now spans USA, Middle East, and Europe, mobilizing engineers, scientists and commercial and financial analyst professionals to solve the planet's toughest brine challenges with our breakthrough membrane technologies.  Water matters.  Make every drop count.

Transformative Water Technologies

Our Mission

To treat difficult water for customers worldwide using innovative processes, to reduce the cost, energy consumption, and carbon footprint of desalination, and to replace thermal processes with membrane processes.

Our Approach

We accomplish these benefits by replacing traditional thermal processes with advanced membrane solutions. Our lean team combines technical expertise and a commitment to sustainability to advance water recovery and resilience across industries.

Core Values

Innovation

Pushing the boundaries of what's possible with membrane technology

Sustainability

Reducing environmental impact while improving economics

Reliability

Delivering proven commercial solutions, not just prototypes

Partnership

Working closely with customers to solve their toughest challenges

Proven Leadership: From Innovation to Commercial Success

Basel

Basel Abusharkh Chief Technology Officer

Credentials:

  • PhD, Chemical Engineering, UW Madison

  • Founder and former CEO of Hyrec (successful exit)

  • In 2015, Dr. Basel invented and commercialized OARO membrane concentration technology. He holds 15 patents in water treatment processes

Expertise: Leads industrial and innovation product lines with deep expertise in membrane processes, process optimization, and commercial technology development.

Emre

Emre Bozkurt Chief Engineer and Process Design

Credentials:

  • 20+ years experience in electromechanical, electronics, and water industries

  • Founding Chief Engineer at Hyrec

  • Chemical engineer with deep experience in desalination technology and large-scale project execution.

Expertise: Drives technical excellence in engineering and implementation, ensuring systems deliver promised performance in real-world applications.

tariq

Tariq Khodary Chief Commercial Officer

Credentials:

  • 20+ years experience in commercial leadership in the water industry 

  • Builds customer relationships that exceed profitability targets

  • Expert in strategic market development and sales leadership

Expertise: Throughout his career, Tariq has secured major water infrastructure contracts with government utilities, industry, and mega-projects.

Ibrahim

Ibrahim Abusharkh Advisor

Credentials:

  • BEng, Chemical Engineering, Cooper Union

  • Currently at work on an MBA at Harvard Business School

  • Ex-ExxonMobil (oil industry experience)

  • Ex-Amazon (technology sector experience)

Expertise: Brings experience from oil industry, technology sector, and startup management, advising on business development and strategic growth initiatives.

  • Innovation Leadership: First to Market with Game-Changing Technology

    Technology Development Milestones
    - 2014: First to commercialize advanced membrane concentration for industrial use
    - 2020: OSMOSYS founded by proven water technology entrepreneurs
    - 2022: 1st generation OARO technology deployed commercially in Indonesia
    - 2024: 2nd generation MemBrine Concentrator™: 70% smaller footprint, 40% lower CAPEX
    - 2025: Strategic partnerships with global leaders 

  • Patent Portfolio

    - 15 patents filed in membrane concentration, salinity-adaptive RO, and ZLD
    - Proprietary technologies: MemBrine Concentrator™, SAMRO™

    Continuous innovation: Advanced R&D in next-generation membrane processes

Water matters

  • Competitive Advantages

  • Technology Leadership: Invented breakthrough membrane concentration technologies

  • Commercial Experience: 5+ plants delivered with proven performance

  • Integrated Platform: Complete technology stack from desalination to ZLD

  • Process Optimization: Our framework and sensors provide continuous performance improvement and predictive analysis

  • Market Position

  • Category Creation: MemBrine Concentrator™ technology creates a new category in membrane brine concentration

  • Energy Leadership: SAMRO™ delivers ultra-efficient desalination

  • Patent Protection: Strong IP portfolio protecting core innovations

  • First-Mover Advantage: Commercial deployment ahead of competition

  • Technical Capabilities

  • Engineering Excellence: A dedicated, passionate team of engineers and scientists solving the water industry's hardest asks

  • Pilot & Testing Services: Comprehensive validation before commercial deployment

  • Custom Solutions: Tailored systems for specific industry applications

  • Project Delivery Models: EPC, equipment supply, build-own-operate options

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