The global water and wastewater treatment equipment market size is expected to reach USD 106.39 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 5.3% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is driven by increasing demand for clean and safe water in both developed and emerging economies. This is due to growing concerns over water pollution and scarcity, and the need for effective wastewater management.
Furthermore, the demand for decentralized wastewater treatment systems is expected to increase over the projected period, as these systems offer several advantages such as low operating costs, high treatment efficiency, and easy maintenance. Several companies are focusing on developing innovative decentralized wastewater treatment systems that can be easily installed in residential and commercial buildings.
Population growth, urbanization, increasing industrialization, and the need for clean water for various purposes such as drinking, agriculture, and industrial processes all drive demand for water and wastewater treatment equipment. Government regulations aimed at protecting the environment and ensuring public health also have an impact on the demand for water and wastewater treatment equipment.
The market players are constantly undertaking strategic initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and new product launches to gain a competitive advantage. For instance, Ceco Environmental, a provider of air pollution control solutions, announced the acquisition of Compass Water Solutions, a provider of water and wastewater treatment equipment. The acquisition will enable Ceco Environmental to integrate Compass Water Solutions’ critical engineered solutions with its industrial water capabilities.
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The tertiary treatment segment dominated the market with a revenue share of 44.5% in 2025.
The municipal application segment accounted for a revenue share of 65.8% in 2025.
The Asia Pacific water and wastewater treatment equipment industry dominated the market, accounting for 36% of the global market share in 2025.
Grand View Research has segmented the global water and wastewater treatment equipment market on the basis of application, process by equipment, and region:
Water And Wastewater Treatment Equipment Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
Municipal
Industrial
Water And Wastewater Treatment Equipment Process by Equipment Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
Primary Treatment
Primary Clarifier
Sludge Removal
Grit Removal
Pre-Treatment
Others
Secondary Treatment
Activated Sludge
Sludge Treatment
Others
Tertiary Treatment
Tertiary Clarifier
Filters
Chlorination Systems
Others
Water And Wastewater Treatment Equipment Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Norway
Finland
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
Central & South America
Brazil
Argentina
Venezuela
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Egypt
List of Key Players of Water And Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market
Xylem, Inc.
Pentair plc.
Aquatech International LLC
Ecolab Inc.
DuPont
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
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