Driven by the need for secondary wastewater treatment, the global water aeration market could nearly double in revenue by 2020, according to a new report.
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan, ‘Global Wastewater Aeration Systems Market’, finds that the aeration market earned revenues of $4.88 billion (£3bn) in 2011 and estimates this to reach $8.39 billion (£5.17bn) in 2020.
The wastewater aeration systems market is in various stages of development across the world. Considered highly reliable technology, the aeration systems will see increased global uptake, due to the demand for wider connectivity to secondary wastewater treatment services in developing regions. The need to revamp the extensive installed base in developed countries increases additional demand, Frost & Sullivan said.
Bhooma Madhavan, Environmental Research Analyst, said:
"There is an increasing need for secondary wastewater treatment, particularly in developing countries where existing wastewater treatment plant infrastructure is either non-existent or in a poorly developed state.
"At the same time, most wastewater treatment facilities in developed countries are in an ageing state, requiring immediate refurbishment."
Bolstered by progressively stricter environmental regulation across all regions, these trends will push the uptake of aeration systems, Frost said. Mandatory compliance with wastewater related legislation, such as the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) in the EU, will also heighten demand for aeration equipment.
However, the consultancy warned that the energy-intensive nature of aeration remains an area of concern, particularly at a time when energy prices are rising.
The high energy intensity of aeration will encourage greater innovation and competitiveness in the market as it opens itself to the threat of alternative technologies that enable energy recovery.
In order to capitalise on the market, Madhavan added that manufacturers will need to combine a grasp of local dynamics along with the right product to succeed.
"In addition, as local companies become more prominent, especially in high-growth markets in developing regions, knowledge of local business practices, regulations and an understanding of market priorities will become vital," she said.
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