Mark Campbell, CEO of the Bali-based Biosystems Group, has announced the final commissioning of a state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant complex at Kura Kura Bali in Serangan Island. The facility is located within a 498-hectare Special Economic Zone Project (SEZ) developed and managed by PT Bali Turtle Island Development (BTID).
The two-plant facility utilizes advanced ARB (Air Recirculation Bioreactor) technology, capable of treating and recycling 1,100 and 1,200 cubic meters of wastewater per day, respectively. Treated water is reused for landscape irrigation, aquaculture, and fish breeding, while organic byproducts are converted into compost fertilizer, thereby supporting a closed-loop, environmentally sustainable system.
Designed to ultimately serve a population of up to 10,000 to 20,000, the plant processes both black and grey water into safe, nutrient-rich recycled water, significantly reducing environmental impact while supporting Kura Kura Bali’s long-term environmental sustainability goals.
Kura Kura Bali, established as an SEZ (Special Economic Zone) in April 2023, spans 498 hectares and is guided by the Tri Hita Karana philosophy, which promotes harmony among people, nature, and spirituality. The development includes extensive green spaces, mangroves, parklands, coral reef restoration, cultural facilities, and significant biodiversity.
Mark Campbell, CEO of Biosystems Group, said the project represents a major step forward for sustainable wastewater management in Bali. Planned and developed over 2 years, the project planning included environmental studies, engineering design, and the final construction of the ARB Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Wastewater Treatment Plant forms part of Kura Kura Bali’s broader commitment to responsible development and positions Kura Kura Bali as a model for future eco-conscious Community infrastructure projects throughout Indonesia
Kura Kura Bali
Kura Kura Bali was designated as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in April 2023 by the Indonesian Government to foster quality tourism and creative Industries. Managed by PT Bali Turtle Island Development (BTID) as the master developer, the project spans 498 hectares on Serangan Island, located in South Denpasar, Bali.
True to its ancient historical roots and serving as home to the 10th-century Pura Dalem Sakenan, today, the island is a destination that embraces both the spirit of modern Bali while seamlessly integrating the island’s rich cultural heritage with forward-thinking principles rooted in the Tri Hita Karana Philosophy, which fosters harmony between people, nature, and the spiritual realm.
With a focus on cultivating a marina lifestyle, a vibrant knowledge-driven community, and an active pursuit of sustainability, Kura Kura Bali is creating a new era of tourism, hosting innovative industries, and promoting a holistic, well-being lifestyle. Grounded in respect for tradition and driven by thoughtful progress, the development seeks to shape a future where culture and modernity coexist and lead in responsible development, delivering lasting value to both local and global communities.
The operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant forms part of a commitment by Kura Kura Bali to continually enhance the area’s environment, which includes an extensive collection of more than 700,000 cultivated trees and plants, a three -kilometer-long natural growth of coral reef, more than 180 species of birds, 80 hectares of mangroves and parkland, a world-class free-entry museum of Balinese cultural artefacts, and eight devoutly-worshipped Balinese temples.
Kura Kura Bali Wastewater Treatment Facility
The new water treatment facility utilizes advanced ARB (Air Recirculation Bioreactor) Wastewater Treatment Technology, employing living microbial cultures, sophisticated biofiltration processes, and gravity to render otherwise noxious fluids into a recycled water suitable for agricultural and landscape irrigation.
Reflecting Biosystem’s and Kura Kura Bali’s shared commitment to sustainable development, the state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant forms part of an overall plan to make the Island development an exemplary ecosystem that will inspire future development in Indonesia.
Mark Campbell welcomed the opportunity to commence cooperation with Kura Kura Bali SEZ through the inauguration of the Biosystems ARB Wastewater Project. Campbell lauded the facility as a significant step toward sustainable wastewater solutions in Bali. Over two years in planning and start-up, the Project involved preliminary surveys, environmental impact studies, procurement, and the construction of the ARB Waste Water Treatment Plant.
The ARB plant provides innovative solutions to maximize resource efficiency by converting organic waste into compost fertilizer, ensuring environmental safety, adding nutrient value, and promoting a closed-loop system that reduces waste and fosters ecosystem self-sufficiency for development.
Biosystems Group
Established in 1996 as a specialist in water and waste treatment technologies, The Biosystems Group now operates across Indonesia and in 7 countries, providing custom-built wastewater treatment plants, desalination facilities for potable water, and a state-of-the-art bottled mineral water operation.
The Company’s client list includes mining, municipalities, leading resorts, and luxury hotels.
Biosystems Group (BSG) provides design-build services for water treatment and desalination equipment applications. Because water is a basic requirement for many industries, BSG has been involved in a range of projects, including mining, process water, municipal water, and resort drinking water supply. The company provides after-sales support services, including operations and maintenance.
As a design-build company, BSG analyses each potential application and then advises an ideal design solution. Following final client approval, The Biosystem Group assembles the equipment to meet the stated specifications. Construction may include turnkey site works, equipment-only, or partial system supply, as required.
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