Petter Quinsgaard and Bjørn Erik Brandsæter Helgeland Appointed as CEO and CCO to Spearhead Growth
[Larvik, 12.3.2025] – Smartvatten, a European leader in intelligent water management solutions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Petter Quinsgaard as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Bjørn Erik Brandsæter Helgeland as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). The duo, renowned for their pivotal roles in transforming ABAX into one of Europe’s fastest-growing telematics companies, is now set to lead Smartvatten toward its vision of becoming a European powerhouse in water technology.
Quinsgaard and Helgeland bring a wealth of experience in scaling businesses, driving technological advancements, and executing market expansion strategies. Their leadership at ABAX was marked by rapid international growth and a customer-centric approach to innovation. Now, they are eager to apply their expertise to revolutionize water efficiency solutions across Europe.
"We are excited to embark on this journey with Smartvatten," says Petter Quinsgaard.
"Water is one of our planet's most critical resources, and Smartvatten is dedicated to ensuring its sustainable use. By combining cutting-edge technology with a passionate team, we aim to drive efficiency and maximize impact."
Smartvatten delivers a comprehensive suite of services that optimize water usage across the entire cycle:
Water Distribution Monitoring – Enhancing efficiency and reliability in supply networks.
Real Estate Water Usage Optimization – Reducing waste and boosting sustainability for commercial and residential properties.
Tenant-Level Monitoring – Providing real-time consumption insights to drive cost savings.
Wastewater Management – Improving treatment processes for a greener future.
Petter Quinsgaard, Smartvatten's
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Bjørn Erik Brandsæter Helgeland, Smartvatten's
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Smartvatten’s solutions provide tangible benefits to key industries:
Real Estate: Lower operational costs, proactive leak detection, ESG compliance, and enhanced sustainability.
Water Utilities: Advanced data analytics for smarter network management and resource allocation.
With a growing footprint across Europe, Smartvatten is poised for accelerated expansion under this new leadership. The company aims to broaden its technological offerings, strengthen partnerships, and further establish itself as the go-to provider for sustainable water management solutions.
"Smartvatten is at the forefront of water-tech innovation," adds Bjørn Erik Brandsæter Helgeland.
"We are committed to not only delivering value to our customers but also making a lasting positive impact on the environment."
Founded in 2013, Smartvatten has grown from a small energy certification provider to the leading supplier of water efficiency technology and expertise in Northern Europe. With a team of 130+ employees across eight countries, including offices in Finland, Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, UK and Germany, Smartvatten continues to expand its global reach in sustainable water solutions.
Want to Learn More?
Discover Smartvatten’s journey and solutions: https://smartvatten.com
Media Contact:
Petter Quinsgaard, CEO
pq@smartvatten.com
Bjørn Erik B. Helgeland, CCO
beh@smartvatten.com
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