About Vapour Desal Technologies

A Legacy of
Thermal Innovation

Engineering sustainable water, energy, and waste recovery systems for industrial applications.

Our Story

Two Decades in Thermal Engineering

Vapour Desal Technologies has been at the forefront of thermal desalination and waste-to-energy engineering for nearly two decades. Established in 2005 as a joint venture between Dr. Marco Rognoni of Saline Water Specialists (Italy) and Mr. M.P. Ramaswamy of GB Engineering (India), the company was founded to bring advanced desalination technology into the Indian industrial ecosystem.What began with thermal deaerators and early desalination projects has evolved into a multi-domain engineering practice.

Key Capabilities
Thermal desalination systems — solar, nuclear, and waste-heat-driven
Vacuum Vapour Generators (VVG) — proprietary heat-recovery interface
Process optimisation for tyre pyrolysis and waste-to-energy systems
Custom pressure vessels and mechanical engineering systems
Our Journey

Milestones That Shaped Us

From a joint venture in 2005 to delivering critical water infrastructure across India and beyond.

2005

Founded as Joint venture between SWS(Italy)

2005

2006

First project: 50 m³/day Low Temperature Flash for NIOT, Chennai

2006

2011

First solar thermal desalination plant at Narippaiyur (RAMDAS)

2011

2015

Nuclear desalination plant delivered for BARC, Mumbai

2015

2017

NTPC Simhadri plant using flue gas heat recovery

2017

2018

DST-funded mini solar desalination plant with IIT-Madras at Kanyakumari

2018

2018–24

3 Low Temperature Thermal Desalination plants commissioned in Lakshadweep Islands

2018–24

2019

Rebranded as Vapour Desal Technologies

2019

2020–23

OSCOM IREL project: 2 × 250 m³/day MED-TVC

2020–23

2023

Expanded into waste-to-energy through tyre pyrolysis engineering

2023

Today

Developing sustainable engineering solutions for water, energy, and resource recovery

Today
Why Vapour Desal

Thermal Science Meets Real-World Performance

A specialised engineering practice built for demanding industrial environments.

Engineering-First. Compliance-Always.

With deep roots in process and pressure vessel engineering, our systems are designed to meet applicable codes, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Proven Desalination Expertise

From solar-powered plants in Narippaiyur to island-based desalination systems in Lakshadweep, our projects have delivered critical water infrastructure in demanding environments.

Real Innovation in Pyrolysis

We deliver technical innovations in the pyrolysis sector, improving safety, emissions control, and process stability for real-world operators.

Built Around You

Every solution is custom-engineered to suit your heat source, layout, and operational constraints — no off-the-shelf systems.

Multi-Sector Impact

Our projects span government agencies, PSUs, research institutions, and private industry in India and select international markets.

Execution across Complex Environment

Our systems are delivered and operated in conditions ranging from costal and island installations to industrial and high -integrity facilities - engineered for reliability under real operating constrain

Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

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Mission

Turning Waste & Heat Into Value

To develop smart, sustainable solutions that turn waste and heat into valuable energy and resources — helping industries move toward cleaner, circular practices.

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Vision

Leading the Shift to a Low-Waste Future

To lead the shift to a low-waste future through practical, thermal engineering solutions that deliver real-world impact across industries and infrastructure.

Core Values

What We Stand For

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Sustainability First

We design systems that recover energy, reduce waste, and support circular resource use.

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Practical Innovation

Engineering solutions combine technical rigour with operational efficiency.

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Integrity in Execution

Projects delivered with strict adherence to safety, quality, and performance standards.

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Collaboration for Impact

Working alongside research institutions, industries, and public agencies to deliver effective solutions.

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Resilience Through Engineering

Systems engineered for reliability in demanding industrial and environmental conditions.

Meet the Team

The People Behind the Engineering

Vapour Desal Technologies is supported by a multidisciplinary team of thermal engineers, mechanical designers, and project execution professionals with expertise in desalination, heat recovery, pressure systems, and industrial process engineering.

Co-Founder

Mr. M.P. Ramaswamy

Co-founder and driving force behind Vapour Desal Technologies' establishment and growth in the Indian market.

Co-Founder

Dr. Marco Rognoni

Founder of Water Edge Technologies, Italy. A global pioneer in waste heat recovery thermal desalination whose technology license forms the foundation of our desalination plants.

Director

Mr. Sekkizhar Prasanna

Leads company operations, strategy, and client partnerships across government and private sector projects.

Design Head

Mr. Arokia John Mecanroe

Heads engineering design including pressure vessel engineering, 3D modelling, and technical documentation.

Join Our Team

We're Looking for Engineers Who Want to Make a Difference

We welcome engineers and specialists passionate about solving water, energy, and sustainability challenges. If you have expertise in thermal engineering, mechanical design, or process engineering — we'd love to hear from you.