The Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market was valued at USD 43.79 Bn. in 2025 and is forecast to reach USD 71.81 Bn. by 2032, growing at a 7.32% CAGR.
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market is entering a new phase of growth as governments, utilities, and industries accelerate investments in energy-efficient water treatment equipment for municipal and industrial applications. Rising water scarcity, tightening environmental regulations, and aging infrastructure are driving the adoption of advanced solutions across both developed and emerging economies.
The global market size was valued at USD 43.79 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 71.81 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.32% during the forecast period. The growth trajectory reflects increasing demand for industrial water recycling and reuse treatment equipment, desalination systems, and advanced membrane separation technology for wastewater treatment.
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Key Market Trends & Insights from the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Report
Membrane separation technology dominated the equipment segment in 2025, driven by rising adoption of membrane bioreactor systems for municipal wastewater treatment and reverse osmosis desalination. These technologies offer higher efficiency, smaller footprints, and improved compliance with stringent discharge norms.
Municipal applications accounted for nearly 66% of total revenue in 2025, supported by expanding urban populations and increased investments in large-scale municipal water treatment infrastructure projects across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Desalination equipment is projected to record the fastest growth rate through 2032, particularly in water-stressed regions. Rising demand for advanced desalination and water reuse treatment systems is transforming seawater and brackish sources into reliable freshwater supplies.
Tertiary treatment systems held over 43% market share in 2025, reflecting the growing need for high-purity water in industrial processes, power generation, and municipal reuse applications.
Industrial water treatment demand is accelerating in sectors such as oil & gas, chemicals, mining, and food & beverage, driven by stricter discharge regulations and rising adoption of smart industrial wastewater treatment equipment.
Asia Pacific led the global market with over 33% share in 2025, supported by rapid industrialization, population growth, and large-scale investments in decentralized wastewater treatment systems for urban infrastructure.
Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Segmentation: Membrane Technologies and Municipal Demand Driving Growth
Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market segmentation highlights where the industry’s next wave of innovation is unfolding. Municipal utilities are rapidly adopting energy-efficient water treatment equipment for municipal and industrial applications, while industries shift toward industrial water recycling and reuse treatment equipment. At the center of this transition, advanced membrane separation technology for wastewater treatment and membrane bioreactor systems for municipal wastewater treatment are driving smarter, more sustainable, and high-efficiency treatment strategies worldwide.
By Type
Filtration
Ultra-Filtration
Micro-Filtration
Disinfection
Adsorption
Desalination
Testing
Others
By Derivative
Municipal
Industrial
Oil & Gas
Pulp & Paper
Chemicals
Food & Beverage
Others
Power,
Mining,
Pharmaceuticals
By Process
Primary Treatment
Secondary Treatment
Tertiary Treatment
By Equipment
Membrane Separation
Biological
Disinfection
Sludge Dewatering
Others
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Scope of the Report Includes Key Equipment Segments
Filtration Systems
Ultra-filtration equipment
Micro-filtration systems
Advanced membrane filtration units
Disinfection Equipment
UV disinfection systems
Ozonation equipment
Chlorination systems
Membrane & Desalination Systems
Reverse osmosis (RO) systems
Membrane bioreactors (MBR)
Advanced desalination units
Biological Treatment Equipment
Aeration systems
Biofiltration units
Activated sludge equipment
Sludge Treatment Systems
Dewatering equipment
Thickening and drying systems
Sludge screening equipment
Emerging Technology and Infrastructure Insights
Smart water treatment systems with IoT-enabled sensors and predictive maintenance tools are transforming traditional plants into data-driven, energy-optimized facilities.
Decentralized and modular treatment units are gaining traction in industrial zones, remote communities, and expanding urban suburbs, enabling faster deployment and reduced pipeline costs.
Energy-efficient treatment technologies are becoming a priority, with utilities integrating renewable power sources and low-energy membrane systems to reduce operating costs and carbon footprints.
Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are accelerating infrastructure modernization, particularly in emerging markets where funding gaps have historically slowed treatment plant deployment.
Recent Developments in the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market
In 2024–2025, Veolia Environment continued integrating assets acquired through its global consolidation strategy, strengthening its municipal reuse and desalination portfolios across the Middle East and Asia. Meanwhile, Suez Environment accelerated partnerships and regional contracts in industrial water recycling, especially in high-growth chemical and semiconductor clusters, positioning itself as a key provider of zero-liquid-discharge and advanced membrane solutions in water-stressed regions.
On the technology and equipment front, DuPont Water Solutions expanded its advanced membrane and ion-exchange portfolio through strategic collaborations and capacity investments aimed at high-purity industrial water applications. In 2025, Pentair plc acquired Hydra-Stop for approximately USD 292 million to strengthen its flow-control and municipal infrastructure capabilities, while also completing smaller equipment acquisitions to enhance its filtration and water solutions segments.
Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Regional Insights: How Asia Pacific Leads and North America Drives Smart Infrastructure Upgrades
Asia Pacific dominates the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market, driven by rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and large-scale investments in municipal water infrastructure across China, India, and Southeast Asia. The region’s acute water stress is accelerating adoption of energy-efficient treatment and desalination systems. North America stands as the second-largest market, supported by strict environmental regulations, advanced industrial recycling practices, and extensive upgrades of aging water infrastructure using smart, membrane-based technologies.
Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market, Key Players:
Veolia Environment
Suez Environment
DuPont Water Solutions
Pentair plc
Xylem Inc.
Aquatech International Corporation
Evoqua Water Technologies Corporation
Ecolab Inc.
Calgon Carbon Corp.
GE Water and Process Technologies
ITT Corporation
United Utilities
VA Tech Wabag
Thermax India
Siemens India Water Technologies
Ion Exchange India Ltd.
Toshiba Water Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Others
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FAQs:
What is the projected growth of the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market by 2032?
Ans: Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market was valued at USD 43.79 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 71.81 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.32%. Growth is driven by water scarcity, stricter environmental regulations, aging infrastructure, and rising adoption of energy-efficient treatment, desalination, and industrial water recycling technologies.
Which segments are leading the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market?
Ans: Membrane separation leads the equipment segment due to its efficiency and compact design. Municipal applications dominate by derivative with about 66% share, supported by urban infrastructure investments. Tertiary treatment holds the largest process share, driven by the demand for high-purity and reusable water.
Which regions dominate the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market?
Ans: Asia Pacific leads the market due to rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and strong municipal water investments. North America ranks second, supported by strict environmental regulations, advanced recycling practices, and major upgrades of aging water infrastructure using smart treatment technologies.
Analyst Perspective:
From an analyst perspective, the Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment sector is evolving into a strategic infrastructure industry as utilities and industries prioritize water reuse, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Competitive intensity is increasing among global technology providers investing in advanced membranes, digital monitoring, and modular systems. Asia Pacific will remain the primary adoption hub, while North America focuses on infrastructure upgrades. Future strategies will center on decentralized systems, industrial recycling solutions, and technology-driven service models.
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