JOWA AB

Based in Gothenburg, Sweden, JOWA AB is a long-standing manufacturer and supplier of environmental protection equipment dedicated to the global maritime and offshore industries. With roots tracing back to the mid-20th century, the company initially began as a local entity focused on water analysis before pivoting specifically to the marine sector in the 1970s. Over the ensuing decades, it evolved into a specialized engineering firm known for assisting shipowners and operators in meeting stringent international environmental regulations. The company’s core identity revolves around water treatment and pollution control. As environmental legislation governing the world’s oceans has tightened—particularly under the International Maritime Organization’s MARPOL conventions—JOWA AB has developed systems designed to monitor, control, and treat fluids onboard vessels. Its technical expertise covers the entire lifecycle of water handling, from the management of oily bilge water and the monitoring of oil discharge to the sterilization and distribution of fresh drinking water for crews. Operationally, JOWA AB maintains a robust international footprint. While its headquarters and technical development remain in Sweden, the company successfully adapted to the shift in global shipbuilding toward Asia. It was among the early European marine suppliers to establish a significant local presence in China, creating manufacturing and service capabilities to support shipyards in the region. Today, its network extends to key maritime hubs including Singapore, Rotterdam, Greece, Germany, and the United States. This global distribution ensures that technical support, spare parts, and service engineers are accessible in major ports worldwide. In 2024, JOWA AB was acquired by the Norwegian industrial conglomerate IMS Group. This strategic integration brought the company into a larger family of marine-focused enterprises, further solidifying its resources and market reach while retaining its established brand legacy. The company serves a diverse client base ranging from merchant cargo vessels and tankers to offshore platforms. By focusing on reliable, user-friendly technology, JOWA AB plays a critical role in enabling the shipping industry to operate sustainably, ensuring that vessels can legally and safely manage their waste and water systems while at sea.