Europe Waste Water Treatment Market Outlook, 2028

Europe Waste Water Treatment Market Outlook, 2028


The European water and wastewater treatment market is at the forefront of the region's environmental sustainability and resource management. Europe presents unique problems in guaranteeing the supply of clean and safe water for its rising population while appropriately managing wastewater as one of the world's most developed and densely inhabited continents. This dynamic market includes a wide range of technologies and solutions aimed at addressing these difficulties, such as sophisticated filtration systems, novel wastewater treatment techniques, and cutting-edge water purification technologies. With an increasing emphasis on environmental protection and severe regulations, the Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market plays an important role in protecting the continent's water resources and promoting a greener, more sustainable future. Europe has some of the world's most stringent environmental rules and water quality standards. This tight regulatory environment encourages innovation and guarantees that water treatment systems in the region satisfy high quality criteria on a constant basis. European countries are among the first to use cutting-edge water and wastewater treatment technology. They make significant investments in research and development, which results in the creation of new and sustainable solutions. In their water and wastewater treatment strategies, several European countries prioritize sustainability and environmental care. This includes investing in renewable energy sources for water treatment plants as well as supporting environmentally friendly treatment methods. Decentralized water treatment systems are commonly used in Europe, particularly in rural areas. These systems can be more cost-effective and ecologically beneficial by reducing the need for substantial infrastructure. Countries routinely engage in transboundary water management initiatives due to Europe's interconnection. This collaboration enables efficient resource allocation and addresses common water issues. Many European countries aggressively promote water reuse and recycling, particularly in the industrial and agricultural sectors, in order to alleviate demand for freshwater supplies and wastewater disposal.

According to the research report, “Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook, 2028” published by Bonafide Research, the market is expected to add more than USD 7 Billion from 2023 to 2028. The European Union (EU) has a number of significant government initiatives in place to help the region enhance water and wastewater treatment. These projects aim to conserve and improve water quality, encourage sustainable water usage, and minimize climate change effects. The Water Framework Directive (WFD) is one of the most major EU measures in this area. The Water Framework Directive (WFD) was established in 2000 and is a comprehensive framework for the preservation and management of all water bodies in the EU, including surface waters, groundwater, and coastal waters. By 2027, the WFD aspires to achieve good ecological status for all water bodies. The water and wastewater treatment market in Europe is undergoing substantial alterations as a result of environmental concerns, regulatory demands, technological improvements, and shifting consumer attitudes. The growing emphasis on sustainability and circular economy principles is one of the most noticeable trends. European countries are increasingly looking at wastewater treatment as a way to recover important resources from wastewater streams, such as energy and nutrients. This not only reduces the environmental impact but also increases resource efficiency and cost savings. Adoption of modern digital technology and data-driven solutions is another important trend. In order to improve operational efficiency, minimize energy consumption, and optimize resource allocation, smart water management technologies, remote monitoring, and predictive analytics are being integrated into water and wastewater treatment operations. These solutions provide real-time analytics and enable preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and ensuring consistent clean water delivery. Water reuse and recycling are also gaining popularity as a long-term solution to water resource management. Several European countries are enacting regulations and building infrastructure to encourage industrial and agricultural sectors to reuse treated wastewater, decreasing demand for freshwater sources and relieving pressure on traditional treatment plants.

Based on report market is majorly divided into six countries, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain and Russia. Among them Germany is predicted to lead the market of Europe.

Germany has long been considered a pioneer in water and wastewater management. Germany manages its wastewater in the same manner as other developed countries: liquid materials are collected in a system and then discharged into treatment facilities. These facilities treat almost 11 billion cubic meters of wastewater each year. The German water and wastewater treatment market is a critical component of the country's infrastructure, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability, public health, and industrial efficiency. It is a world of multifaceted issues and advances where cutting-edge technologies and tight regulatory frameworks collaborate to manage the complex interaction of factors like population growth, urbanization, industrial expansion, and climate change. The German government has put in place a number of initiatives to encourage the development of water and wastewater treatment in Germany. These activities aim to offer safe drinking water and sanitation to all Germans while also protecting the country's water resources. One of the most prominent government initiatives in this area is the National Water Strategy. This 2020 strategy lays out a vision for water management in Germany through 2050. The German government also financially supports a variety of water and wastewater treatment initiatives. For example, the government has pledged to invest €1.5 billion in water and wastewater infrastructure between 2021 and 2025. This money will go toward a range of projects, including the development and renovation of water treatment plants and wastewater treatment plants and the rehabilitation of water pipes and sewers.

Based on type market is divided into water and wastewater treatment equipment and water and wastewater treatment chemicals. Furthermore based on water and wastewater treatment chemicals market is bifurcated into coagulants & flocculants, disinfectants & biocidal products, scale & corrosion inhibitors, antifoam chemicals, pH adjusters and stabilizers, and others (oxidizing agents, chelating agents, odor control chemicals, precipitants, color removal agents, sequestrants, biodegradable surfactants, etc.).

Water and wastewater treatment chemicals are critical for meeting water quality regulations. These chemicals are critical in the removal of pollutants, disinfection, and optimization of the treatment process. They are extremely effective at addressing a wide range of water quality issues, including the removal of organic and inorganic pollutants, pathogens, and heavy metals. Water and wastewater treatment chemicals include coagulants, flocculants, disinfectants, pH adjusters, and corrosion inhibitors, among other things. Because of their adaptability, they can be utilized at several phases of the treatment process, making them vital for dealing with various water sources and treatment goals. The coagulants & flocculants water and wastewater treatment chemical is leading the market of Europe. Coagulants and flocculants are chemical agents that can be utilized in a variety of water treatment applications. They are critical in municipal and industrial water treatment procedures, handling a variety of water sources and quality issues. These compounds can be adjusted to meet individual treatment objectives and water properties. Coagulants and flocculants are used in municipal water treatment plants to clear and disinfect drinking water. These compounds are used in the main and secondary treatment processes to remove pollutants, organic waste, and pathogens. The dedication of Europe to ensuring safe and clean drinking water stimulates demand for these substances.

In terms of water and wastewater treatment equipment market is divided into membrane separation, biological, sludge treatment, disinfection, and others (sedimentation and clarification, ion exchange, etc.). Membrane separation water and wastewater treatment is expected to lead the market of Europe.

Membrane separation methods remove pollutants from water and wastewater with great efficiency. These membranes are designed to reject particles, bacteria, and dissolved compounds selectively, resulting in high-quality treated water output. Microfiltration (MF), ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), and reverse osmosis (RO) are membrane filtration technologies capable of eliminating particles, pathogens, dissolved salts, and even some organic pollutants. RO, in particular, is efficient at desalination and removing new pollutants. Membrane separation technologies, when combined with innovative system designs and energy recovery devices, can be more energy efficient than standard treatment methods. This reflects Europe's emphasis on energy conservation and lowering the carbon footprint of water treatment. The European Union is well-known for its research and development investments. Advances in membrane technology have resulted in the development of more efficient membranes with longer lifespans and lower fouling tendencies. Membrane systems are frequently more adaptable to climate change-related concerns such as changes in raw water quality, droughts, and extreme weather events. Their ability to reliably provide high-quality water contributes to a consistent water supply, even in harsh situations.

Based on application market is segmented into municipal applications and industrial applications. Furthermore based on industrial application market is categorized into food and beverage, pulp and paper, power generation, oil and gas, healthcare, chemical and petrochemical and others industries (textile manufacturing, mining, automotive manufacturing, construction, metal extraction, poultry and aquaculture, etc.).

Europe is heavily populated, with cities housing a sizable proportion of the population. In order to meet drinking water needs and handle wastewater created by metropolitan populations, this high population density requires considerable municipal water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. European nations place a premium on public health, and maintaining access to safe and clean drinking water is a critical component of that commitment. Municipal water treatment is at the forefront of efforts to provide citizens with dependable and safe drinking water, thereby lowering the risk of waterborne disease. Europe places a great emphasis on water conservation and resource efficiency. Municipal water treatment procedures frequently combine cutting-edge technologies and methods to reduce water losses and maximize water consumption within communities. Food and beverages are the major industrial application for water and wastewater treatment in Europe. In order to guarantee the safety and purity of food and beverage products, the food and beverage industry in Europe is subject to stringent laws and quality requirements. To avoid contamination and safeguard the public's health, the water used in the manufacturing of food and beverages must adhere to strict standards. Large amounts of water are needed in food and beverage processing facilities for a variety of processes, such as washing, rinsing, heating, cooling, and ingredient mixing. For the creation of safe and hygienic products, it is essential to guarantee the availability of high-quality process water. Environmental and sustainability issues are becoming more and more familiar to consumers. Companies that produce food and beverages in Europe are becoming more aware of their environmental responsibilities and the value of upholding a positive brand reputation through sustainable water management techniques.

Companies Covered in this report:

Ecolab Inc., Veolia Environnement S.A, Xylem Inc, BASF SE, The Dow Chemical Company, Pentair plc, Suez SA, Thermax Ltd, SNF, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Albemarle Corporation , Solvay NV/SA, Kemira Oyj, 3M Company, Solenis, Aquatech International LLC, Danaher Corporation and Kingspan Group plc.


Considered in this report:

• Geography: Europe
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report:

• Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Country-wise Water and Wastewater Treatment market analysis
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

Country covered in the report:

• Germany
• United Kingdom
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Russia

By Type:

• Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment
• Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals

By Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment:

• Membrane Separation
• Biological
• Sludge Treatment
• Disinfection
• Others (Sedimentation and Clarification, Ion exchange, etc.)

By Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals:

• Coagulants & Flocculants
• Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
• Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
• Antifoam Chemicals
• pH adjusters and stabilizers
• Others (Oxidizing Agents, Chelating Agents, Odor Control Chemicals, Precipitants, Color Removal Agents, Sequestrants, Biodegradable Surfactants, etc.)

By Application:

• Municipal Applications
• Industrial Applications

By Industrial Application:

• Food and Beverage
• Pulp and Paper
• Power Generation
• Oil and Gas
• Healthcare
• Chemical and Petrochemical
• Other Industries (textile manufacturing, mining, automotive manufacturing, construction, metal extraction, poultry and aquaculture, etc.)

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organisations related to the Water and Wastewater Treatment industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.


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1. Executive Summary
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Secondary Research
2.2. Primary Data Collection
2.3. Market Formation & Validation
2.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
3. Market Structure
3.1. Market Considerate
3.2. Assumptions
3.3. Limitations
3.4. Abbreviations
3.5. Sources
3.6. Definitions
4. Economic /Demographic Snapshot
5. Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size By Value
5.2. Market Share By Region
5.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Segment
5.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Type
5.5. Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Type
5.6. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
5.7. Market Size and Forecast, By Industrial Application
5.8. Market Size and Forecast, By Process
6. Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Share By Country
6.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Segment
6.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Type
6.5. Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Type
6.6. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.7. Market Size and Forecast, By Industrial Application
7. Market Dynamics
7.1. Market Drivers & Opportunities
7.2. Market Restraints & Challenges
7.3. Market Trends
7.4. Covid-19 Effect
7.5. Supply chain Analysis
7.6. Policy & Regulatory Framework
7.7. Industry Experts Views
7.8. Germany Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.8.1. Market Size By Value
7.8.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.8.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.8.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
7.9. United Kingdom Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.9.1. Market Size By Value
7.9.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.9.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.9.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
7.10. France Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.10.1. Market Size By Value
7.10.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.10.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.10.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
7.11. Italy Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.11.1. Market Size By Value
7.11.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.11.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.11.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
7.12. Spain Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.12.1. Market Size By Value
7.12.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.12.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.12.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
7.13. Russia Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Outlook
7.13.1. Market Size By Value
7.13.2. Market Size and Forecast By Segment
7.13.3. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7.13.4. Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application
8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Competitive Dashboard
8.2. Business Strategies Adopted by Key Players
8.3. Key Players Market Positioning Matrix
8.4. Porter's Five Forces
8.5. Company Profile
8.5.1. Ecolab Inc.
8.5.1.1. Company Snapshot
8.5.1.2. Company Overview
8.5.1.3. Financial Highlights
8.5.1.4. Geographic Insights
8.5.1.5. Business Segment & Performance
8.5.1.6. Product Portfolio
8.5.1.7. Key Executives
8.5.1.8. Strategic Moves & Developments
8.5.2. Veolia Environnement S.A
8.5.3. Xylem Inc
8.5.4. BASF SE
8.5.5. The Dow Chemical Company
8.5.6. Pentair plc
8.5.7. Suez SA
8.5.8. Thermax Ltd
8.5.9. SNF
8.5.10. Albemarle Corporation
8.5.11. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.5.12. Solvay NV/SA
8.5.13. Kemira Oyj
8.5.14. 3M Company
8.5.15. Solenis
8.5.16. Aquatech International LLC
8.5.17. Danaher Corporation
8.5.18. Kingspan Group plc
9. Strategic Recommendations
10. Annexure
10.1. FAQ`s
10.2. Notes
10.3. Related Reports
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size (USD Billion) By Region, 2022 & 2028
Figure 2: Market attractiveness Index, By Region 2028
Figure 3: Market attractiveness Index, By Segment 2028
Figure 4: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 5: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Share By Region (2022)
Figure 6: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 7: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Share By Country (2022)
Figure 8: Germany Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 9: UK Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 10: France Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 11: Italy Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 12: Spain Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 13: Russia Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 14: Competitive Dashboard of top 5 players, 2022
Figure 15: Porter's Five Forces of Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market
List of Table
Table 1: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Snapshot, By Segmentation (2022 & 2028) (in USD Billion)
Table 2: Top 10 Counties Economic Snapshot 2020
Table 3: Economic Snapshot of Other Prominent Countries 2020
Table 4: Average Exchange Rates for Converting Foreign Currencies into U.S. Dollars
Table 5: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 6: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Type (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 7: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Type (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 8: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 9: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 10: Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 11: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 12: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Type (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 13: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Type (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 14: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 15: Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast, By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 16: Influencing Factors for Water and Wastewater Treatment Market, 2022
Table 17: Germany Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 18: Germany Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 19: Germany Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 20: United Kingdom Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 21: United Kingdom Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 22: United Kingdom Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 23: France Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 24: France Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 25: France Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 26: Italy Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 27: Italy Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 28: Italy Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 29: Spain Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 30: Spain Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 31: Spain Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 32: Russia Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Segment (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 33: Russia Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)
Table 34: Russia Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size and Forecast By Industrial Application (2017 to 2028F) (In USD Billion)

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