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Highlights
Bygen to deploy relocatable pilot plant in Vietnam following award win
Company exploring regional biomass sources to produce activated carbon
Southeast Asia emerges as key market for low-emissions water treatment
Melbourne-headquartered clean technology company Bygen is progressing towards regional expansion with a pilot plant rollout in Vietnam, aligning with Southeast Asia’s increasing demand for sustainable water purification and environmental remediation solutions. As a company operating in the climate innovation sector, Bygen is part of Australia's growing clean-tech landscape, with wider relevance across the All Ordinaries index.
The upcoming pilot marks a milestone for the company, following its category win in Vietnam’s Net Zero Challenge. The pilot will focus on field-testing Bygen’s activated carbon process and identifying optimal biomass sources for local production.
Pilot Development Backed by Competition Win
Bygen secured grant funding after winning the Circular Economy and Waste Management category at Vietnam’s Net Zero Challenge. The funds will be allocated towards constructing a relocatable pilot plant, facilitating laboratory testing, and supporting on-ground operations in Vietnam.
Set for deployment by year-end, the pilot aims to evaluate agricultural and forestry residues across several sites. Bygen plans to shortlist two primary sources for producing activated carbon suited to the region’s needs.
The company was the only Australian finalist among a global field, demonstrating its distinctive approach to carbon technology in a competitive international space.
Vietnam and Southeast Asia Identified as Key Growth Zones
Since 2023, Bygen has increasingly prioritised Southeast Asia as a key growth region. With countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines also on its radar, the company sees Vietnam’s industrial development and environmental commitments as a strategic fit.
Backed by support from Austrade, Bygen has recognised the region's high availability of raw materials vital to its proprietary low-temperature activation process. These materials, including nut shells and sustainable forestry biomass, form the backbone of Bygen’s production technology.
Sustainable Process Redefines Activated Carbon Production
Bygen’s activated carbon is designed using a method that differentiates it from conventional practices. The company avoids using traditional materials such as coal or wood, instead relying on organic nut shells like almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts. The patented process operates at significantly lower temperatures, resulting in reduced emissions and energy consumption.
Activated carbon is widely adopted for its capacity to filter water, remediate soil, purify air, and support applications in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and gold recovery. With regional governments aiming to improve water infrastructure and reduce environmental pollutants, Bygen’s approach resonates with broader climate policy frameworks.
Scaling Across Asia and Beyond
Alongside its planned Vietnam deployment, Bygen continues to scale globally. Its largest low-temperature activation facility is already operational in South Australia. Additional plants are currently in development in Malaysia and the United States, complementing its long-term roadmap for distributed sustainable manufacturing.
