About Us
Goldfinch
Engineering Systems
Providing cost-effective, customized wastewater and water treatment solutions since 1983. As a one-stop environmental solutions provider, Goldfinch offers everything from effluent and sewage treatment plants to advanced Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems using innovative Forward Osmosis (FO) technology.
- 40+ Years Experience
- 16K m³/day Capacity
- 100+ Projects Delivered
- Certifications & Accreditation


Our Story
Four Decades
of Excellence
Goldfinch’s journey began in 1983 when Mr. Anand Apte founded Perfect Labs to provide wastewater analysis services. The company evolved through name changes (later Waste Encare India Pvt. Ltd.) and expanded from consulting to turnkey treatment projects.
2012
Incorporated as Goldfinch Engineering Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Guided by a team of qualified engineers and technocrats, Goldfinch steadily grew its project portfolio by adding products, services, and the latest technologies. This professional, ethical, and flexible approach to environmental challenges earned the trust of clients across industries.
Today, Goldfinch continues to enhance its capabilities—investing in new solutions and state-of-the-art processes—to address complex industrial wastewater needs while always striving to deliver cost-effective designs.
Certifications & Accreditations
Quality You Can Trust
Recognized certifications and industry affiliations that attest to our quality and credibility
Quality & Safety
- ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System)
- ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety)
Laboratory Standards
- NABL-accredited environmental testing laboratory
Environmental Consulting
- QCI-NABET accreditation for EIA
- List of Accrediated EIA consultant for NIPL certification
Industry Associations
- Member of Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TISSA)
- Member of Thane Manufacturers Association (TMA)
Planet First
Mission, Vision & Values
Committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable innovation
Mission
Leveraging technical excellence and innovation to protect water resources and support sustainable industry through professional, ethical solutions.
Vision
To be a global leader in environmental solutions, empowering clients to meet their water and waste challenges sustainably with cutting-edge treatment processes.
Values
Integrity, quality, and customer focus drive everything we do. We maintain rigorous standards through our state-of-the-art facilities and continuous innovation.
FOUNDER
Mr. Anand Apte
Mr. Anand Apte is an environmental management consultant with over forty years of experience, blending strong chemical engineering foundations with deep expertise in wastewater treatment, waste minimization, and pollution control. Beginning his career in chemical manufacturing, he later shifted his focus to environmental engineering, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions.
He has led research, treatability studies, feasibility reports, plant upgrades, audits, and environmental impact assessments across diverse industries. His work consistently emphasizes regulatory compliance, resource conservation, recycling, reuse, and the development of sustainable industrial operations.
Leadership
Our Expert Team
This leadership group combines deep technical knowledge with business acumen, ensuring that Goldfinch’s projects are guided by expert insight and sound management.
Anand Apte
- Managing Director
50 years of experience in environmental engineering, monitoring, and industrial safety
Santosh V. Bhide
- Director (Business Development)
36 years of experience in air and water pollution monitoring, design, and project management
Shubhangi A. Apte
- Director (Finance)
27 years of expertise in administration and financial management
Pradnya S. Bhide
- Director (Laboratory & Quality Systems)
25 years specializing in wastewater, soil, and air analysis.
Shardul A. Apte
- Director (Design & Proposals)
20 years of experience in engineering design and proposals for environmental projects.
Harshad A. Apte
- Director (Projects & Manufacturing)
15 years in planning, designing, fabricating, and manufacturing ETP equipment
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Strategic Partner
Why Choose Goldfinch
Comprehensive capabilities and unwavering commitment to client success
1.
End-to-End Expertise
Complete in-house capabilities from design and engineering to manufacturing and construction for streamlined project delivery.
2.
Innovative Technology
Pioneered FO-based ZLD plants with pilot-scale testing facilities to validate cutting-edge solutions on-site.
3.
Proven Track Record
40+ years of experience delivering successful domestic and international projects across multiple industries.
4.
Quality & Compliance
ISO 9001:2015, OHSAS 18001 certified with NABL-accredited laboratory ensuring rigorous testing and safety.
5.
Client-Centric Focus
Professional, ethical approach with flexible engineering for cost-effective, compliant treatment solutions.
6.
Sustainability First
Integration of Zero Liquid Discharge and water reuse technologies to minimize waste and conserve resources.
Operational Reach
Our Impact &
Achievements
Goldfinch has delivered treatment solutions for diverse industries—including pharmaceuticals, textiles, food processing, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. We design and operate municipal and industrial plants handling flows up to 16,000 m³/day. Our successful domestic and international projects underscore our capability to meet complex environmental challenges.
Chemical Industries
- Complex Waste Solutions
Steel Industries
- Effluent Recycling Systems
Agro-Science
- Safe Agro Effluents
Food Processing
- Hygienic Water Recovery
Paints & Coatings
- Clean Paint Discharge
Pharmaceuticals
- Safe Pharma Effluents