Industrial Wastewater Treatment Service Market Analysis | 2024-2031

Market Insights

The industrial wastewater treatment service market size was USD 58.4 billion in 2024 and is likely to grow at a decent CAGR of 6.1% during 2024-2031 to reach USD 91.6 billion in 2031.

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Market Dynamics

Introduction

The industrial wastewater treatment service of electric vehicles (EVs) uses a 200V to 800V electrical high-voltage system to warm both the cabin space and battery compartment. The PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) heater represents one of the common types of industrial wastewater treatment service through its usage of PTC thermistors as the heat-generating element.

The self-regulating electric heating system known as a PTC heater operates through a heating element that shows growing resistance with temperature increases. The natural reduction of current consumption automatically happens as the heat increases, resulting in overheating prevention without requiring additional control systems.

Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions:

A considerable number of strategic alliances, including M&As, JVs, etc., have been performed over the past few years:

• In February 2025, Kurita Water Industries Ltd. merged with Avista Technologies to expand membrane treatment products.

Segment Analysis

By Service Type

“Design-Build-Operate services are expected to remain the dominant service type of  the industrial wastewater treatment service market during the forecast period.”

It is expected that operation & process control services will lead the market since they are key to making sure wastewater treatment plants are efficient and compliant. They regularly watch the system’s performance, reduce the use of chemicals, and make sure the discharge standards are met all the time. As companies focus on being efficient and environmentally friendly, they are relying more on expert services for controlling their processes.

In addition, the growing strictness of environmental rules in both developed and developing countries leads industries to use advanced control systems to avoid being penalized and damaging their reputation. The category is also being helped by using automation and IoT in water treatment, which means there is a need for constant monitoring and careful management

By Technology Type

“Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology is expected to lead the market due to its high efficiency and advanced treatment capabilities.”

The high efficiency, small size, and capacity for treating high-load wastewater make MBR technology the leader in this category. It combines membrane filtration with biological treatment, resulting in effluent that meets the strictest regulations. MBR is becoming more popular in food & beverage and pharmaceutical industries, where the rules for wastewater discharge are very strict, and using water more than once is key.

As the cost of membrane technology drops and automation becomes easier, more MBR systems are being put into use. Because there is not enough water in places like the Middle East and Asia, there is a greater need for water reuse and recycling, which helps MBR systems to be more popular in industrial wastewater treatment.

By Industry Type

“The chemicals industry is expected to remain the dominant user of industrial wastewater treatment services, while the food & beverage industry is projected to grow at a notable pace.”

Due to the many different and potentially dangerous chemicals used in the industry, chemical companies are the biggest customers of wastewater treatment services. Since there are strict rules in the industry and the treatments often use multiple stages, only experienced companies and advanced technology are needed.

Besides, chemical manufacturers are being urged to use ZLD systems, which leads to a higher demand for specialized and capable treatment services. As more money is invested in chemical manufacturing in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, the segment is set to continue leading the industry over the next few years.

By Treatment Capacity Type

“The 1,000,000–5,000,000 GPD capacity range is anticipated to continue dominating the market during the forecast period.”

Because medium to large industrial facilities need this amount of water, the 1,000,000–5,000,000 GPD segment is expected to lead the market. This type of treatment is used in many industrial plants, so it is the most common. They manage to be efficient and scalable, so they work well without needing the huge infrastructure of systems that process more than 5,000,000 gallons per day.

Besides, the increasing number of industrial parks and multi-facility complexes globally, especially in Asia and Latin America, means that centralized wastewater treatment plants with this capacity are needed. Such systems are able to process changing loads and still meet the strict requirements for discharging effluents

Regional Insights

“Asia-Pacific is expected to maintain its dominance in the industrial wastewater treatment service market throughout the forecast period.”

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to lead the industrial wastewater treatment service market over the forecast period because of its fast industrial and urban growth, and growing concern for the environment. China and India are spending a lot on water infrastructure and regulation, which has resulted in a rise in the need for wastewater treatment services in many fields.

In addition, the existence of big chemical, textile, and manufacturing centers in China, South Korea, and Vietnam also helps increase demand. The government’s actions to cut industrial pollution and encourage water reuse are supporting the demand for long-term water treatment contracts in areas facing water shortages and tough regulations.

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Key Players

The market is moderately fragmented, with over 500 players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc.

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)

• Veolia Environnement S.A.
• SUEZ SA
• Xylem Inc.
• Ecolab Inc.
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
• Pentair plc
• Thermax Limited
• Aquatech International LLC

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 12 years of trends and forecasts. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The industrial wastewater treatment service market is segmented into the following categories.

By Service Type

• Design-Build-Operate (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Operate Only (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Emergency Response (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Sludge Management (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)

By Technology Type

• Membrane Bioreactor (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Activated Sludge Process (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Trickling Filter (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Biological Nutrient Removal (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)

By Industry Type

• Oil & Gas, Chemicals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Food & Beverage (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Textiles (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Automotive (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)

By Treatment Capacity Type

• Up to 100,000 GPD (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• 100,000–1,000,000 GPD (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• 1,000,000–5,000,000 GPD (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)
• Over 5,000,000 GPD (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World)

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

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• We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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