Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Type (Plug Flow (PF), Complete-Mix Activated Sludge (CMAS), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBR), Integrated Fixe

Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook

Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size is forecast to reach $37.9 Billion in 2032 from $27.3 Billion in 2025, at an optimistic growth rate of 4.8% from 2025 to 2032.. The Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Type (Plug Flow (PF), Complete-Mix Activated Sludge (CMAS), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBR), Integrated Fixed-film Activated Sludge (IFAS), Others), By Application (Municipal, Industrial). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment markets.

Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Insights, 2025

Secondary treatment equipment in wastewater treatment processes is used to remove dissolved and suspended organic matter, including bacteria, through biological processes. The wastewater secondary treatment equipment market is growing due to increasing concerns over water pollution, population growth, and the rising demand for clean water. This equipment is critical for meeting environmental standards and ensuring the safe discharge of treated water into the environment. As industrialization and urbanization continue to expand, the demand for wastewater treatment solutions is expected to increase. Moreover, technological advancements in secondary treatment methods, such as membrane bioreactors (MBR) and advanced oxidation processes (AOP), are driving market growth by improving treatment efficiency and water quality.

Five Trends that will define global Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry?

The Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2030. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Segment Insights

The Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Type (Plug Flow (PF), Complete-Mix Activated Sludge (CMAS), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBR), Integrated Fixed-film Activated Sludge (IFAS), Others), By Application (Municipal, Industrial). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Market Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market.

Latin American Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment companies outcompete in 2025?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include Alfa Laval AB, Danaher Corp, Emerson Electric Co., Evoqua Water Technologies, GE Power, Hitachi Ltd, IDEX Corp, ITT Inc, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, Pentair plc, Siemens AG, Suez Water Technologies Solutions, Toray Industries Inc, Veolia Water Technologies, Xylem Inc.

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1. Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Highlights
2.1.1 Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook, 2018-2024 and 2025-2032
2.1.2 Largest Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Types and Applications
2.1.3 Fastest Growing Segments
2.1.4 Potential Markets
2.1.5 Market Concentration
2.2 Market Scope and Segmentation
2.2.1 Market Scope- Segments
2.2.2 Market Scope- Countries
2.2.3 Macroeconomic and Demographic Outlook
2.2.4 Abbreviations
2.2.5 Units and Currency Conversions
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Primary Research Surveys
3.2 Secondary Data Sources
3.3 Data Triangulation
3.4 Forecast Methodology
3.5 Assumptions and Limitations
4. Introduction to Global Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market in 2025
4.1 Industry Panorama
4.2 Leading Companies Profiled in the Study
4.3 Asia Pacific Markets offer Robust Market Prospects for New Entrants
4.4 Market Dynamics
4.4.1 Market Dynamics- Trends and Drivers
4.4.2 Market Dynamics- Opportunities and Challenges
4.5 Regional Analysis
4.6 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
4.6.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.6.2 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.3 Threat of Substitutes
4.6.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.6.5 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7 Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.7.1 Stage of Value Chain
4.7.2 Key Activities of Companies
4.7.3 Companies Included in Each Stage
4.7.4 Key Insights
5. Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook to 2032
5.1 Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021-2024 and 2025-2032
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
5.3 Market Size Forecast by Geography, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
By Type
Plug Flow (PF)
Complete-Mix Activated Sludge (CMAS)
Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)
Moving bed bioreactor (MBBR)
Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBR)
Integrated Fixed-film Activated Sludge (IFAS)
Others
By Application
Municipal
Industrial
6. Global Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook across Growth Scenarios
6.1 Low Growth Scenario
6.2 Base/Reference Case
6.3 High Growth Scenario
6. North America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook
6.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
6.2 North America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
6.2.1 North America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Type
6.2.2 North America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Application
6.3 North America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Country
6.3.1 The US Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.2 Canada Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.3 Mexico Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7. Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook
7.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
7.2 Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
7.2.1 Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Type
7.2.2 Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Application
7.3 Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Country
7.3.2 Germany Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.3 France Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.4 The UK Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.5 Spain Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.6 Italy Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.7 Russia Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.8 Rest of Europe Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8. Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook
8.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
8.2 Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
8.2.1 Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Type
8.2.2 Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Application
8.3 Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Country
8.3.1 China Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.2 India Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.3 Japan Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.4 South Korea Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.5 Australia Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.6 South East Asia Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9. South America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook
9.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
9.2 South America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
9.2.1 South America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Type
9.2.2 South America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Application
9.3 South America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Country
9.3.1 Brazil Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.2 Argentina Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.3 Rest of South and Central America Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10. Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Size Outlook
10.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
10.2 Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
10.2.1 Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Type
10.2.2 Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Application
10.3 Middle East and Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook by Country
10.3.1 Saudi Arabia Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.2 The UAE Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.3 Rest of Middle East Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.4 South Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.5 Egypt Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.6 Rest of Africa Wastewater Secondary Treatment Equipment Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
11. Company Profiles
11.1 Leading 10 Companies
Alfa Laval AB
Danaher Corp
Emerson Electric Co.
Evoqua Water Technologies
GE Power
Hitachi Ltd
IDEX Corp
ITT Inc
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd
Pentair plc
Siemens AG
Suez Water Technologies Solutions
Toray Industries Inc
Veolia Water Technologies
Xylem Inc
11.2 Overview
11.3 Products and Services
11.4 SWOT Profile
12. Appendix
12.1 Subscription Options
12.2 Customization Options
12.3 Publisher Details

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