The global water and wastewater treatment equipment market was valued at an estimated USD 68.12 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach approximately USD 90.02 billion by 2030. This growth reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9% over the 2025-2030 period.
### Market Drivers
Key factors fueling this market expansion include rising population, accelerating urbanization, industrial development, and increasingly stringent environmental regulations. These elements are driving the demand for advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions globally.
### Key Market Trends & Insights
In 2024, the Asia Pacific region dominated the market, accounting for 35.6% of the global share. China alone held a substantial 37.5% share of the Asia Pacific market. From an application perspective, the municipal segment led with a revenue share of 65.9% in 2024.
Regarding the process by equipment, tertiary treatment topped the market with a 44.3% share in 2024. This growth is propelled by heightened awareness of pollution risks, stricter regulatory regimes, increased demand for efficient wastewater treatment solutions, and a rising need for sustainable water reuse systems.
Companies in this sector are increasingly forming partnerships with end-users and heavily investing in research and development to stay ahead with technological innovations.
### Market Size & Forecast
The market size stood at USD 68.12 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to USD 90.02 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.9% during 2025-2030.
Regionally, Asia Pacific remains the largest market, driven largely by industrialization, urbanization, and population growth in countries such as China, India, and Japan. China’s share of the Asia Pacific market was 37.5% in 2024. India’s market for treatment equipment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2025 to 2030.
In North America, the U.S. market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% during the same period, while Canada is projected to grow at 3.8%. In Europe, regulatory pressures and sustainability goals are boosting demand, especially in Germany (which held a 17.4% share in Europe) and France.
The Middle East & Africa region’s growth is driven by water scarcity issues, rapid urbanization, and large-scale desalination programs in countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Similarly, Latin America is experiencing growth as countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina invest in modernizing water-treatment infrastructure and advance their water reuse and recycling initiatives.
### Key Companies & Market Share Insights
The water and wastewater treatment equipment market features a moderate level of concentration, with a mix of global leaders and regional players. Leading companies dominate via a broad portfolio of products and strong innovation capabilities, though opportunities remain for smaller and regional firms, especially in emerging markets.
These key players invest significantly in R&D and introduce advanced technologies such as membrane bioreactors, UV disinfection, and advanced filtration systems to meet stringent environmental regulations and the rising demand for sustainable water solutions.
### Major Companies in the Market Include:
– Xylem, Inc. (founded in 2011; headquartered in Washington, U.S.) — operating in water infrastructure including disinfection, filtration, dewatering equipment, biological treatment equipment, and pumps.
– Pentair plc — serving residential and commercial markets with filters, pumps, heaters, automatic cleaners, and controls, operating across Aquatic Systems, Filtration Solutions, and Flow Technologies segments.
– Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
– Aquatech International LLC
– Ecolab Inc.
– Calgon Carbon Corporation
– Toshiba Water Solutions Private Limited (Toshiba Corporation)
– Veolia Group
– Ecologix Environmental Systems LLC
– Evonik Industries AG
– Parkson Corporation
– Lenntech B.V.
– Samco Technologies, Inc.
– Koch Membrane Systems, Inc.
– General Electric
– Ovivo
### Conclusion
The water and wastewater treatment equipment market is on a steady growth trajectory driven by demographic changes, industrial expansion, regulatory frameworks, and technological advancements. With the Asia Pacific region leading growth and tertiary treatment solutions commanding a significant market share, the sector presents substantial opportunities for both established companies and new entrants.
As treatment technologies continue to evolve and the focus on sustainability intensifies, companies that can offer cost-effective, energy-efficient, and advanced solutions will be well-positioned to thrive in the coming years.
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