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Our Industry Insights provide deep-dive analyses into global water topics, including water infrastructure, industrial water management, digital solutions, and more. Reports are available for purchase or with a Corporate Subscription.
4 Jun | Insight Report + Data
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Investor-Owned Utilities in Water: Market Share, M&A Trends, and Company Rankings ->
The 20 leading IOUs serve a small but gradually increasing share of a large and highly fragmented market. Active in 36 states, these companies collectively serve approximately 5% of the 188 million water and wastewater connections across the country.Corporate Subscription
4 May | Insight Report + Data
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Europe Stormwater Infrastructure Market: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts & Investment Outlook, 2026–2036 ->
The European Commission’s Water Resilience Strategy estimates an annual investment shortfall of €23 billion, meaning even the European Investment Bank’s unprecedented €15 billion Water Resilience Programme for 2025–2027 covers only a fraction of what's required.Corporate Subscription
6 May | Insight Report + Data
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U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036 ->
The U.S. and Canada digital water landscape is poised to double from US$14 billion in 2026 to US$29 billion by 2036, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 7% over the next decade. Utilities are no longer debating the need to invest in digital; they are racing to catch up as operational, financial, and workforce pressures converge.Corporate Subscription
29 Apr | Insight Report
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State Profile: California Water Market ->
Unlike most U.S. states, where infrastructure investment is primarily driven by compliance or age, California's capital program is fundamentally shaped by supply insecurity. Two-thirds of the state's population depends on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta—a single, climate-vulnerable chokepoint.Corporate Subscription
11 Mar | Insight Report
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U.S. Mobile Water Treatment: Market Trends, Business Models, and Competitive Landscape, 2026 ->
Mobile water treatment is evolving from a tactical stopgap to a strategic operating model. Previously deployed mainly for emergencies and short-term capacity gaps, mobile water is now becoming an integral part of core water management strategies across industrial and municipal sectors.Corporate Subscription
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AMETEK Bets on Digital Water
Indicor’s Water Infrastructure Group will join a portfolio of companies in AMETEK’s Electronic Instruments Group, which is largely focused on the power, industrial, and aerospace...
8 Jun. 2026
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Investor-Owned Utilities in Water: Market Share, M&A Trends, and Company Rankings
The 20 leading IOUs serve a small but gradually increasing share of a large and highly fragmented market. Active in 36 states, these companies collectively...
4 Jun. 2026
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.AySA on the Block: Argentina Opens US$500 Million Water Concession to Private Bidders
Led by Brazilian operators, Agua y Saneamientos Argentinos S.A. is drawing an international bidder field; including domestic and international operators from Brazil, Chile, and France....
2 Jun. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Ireland’s €1.4 Billion Engineering Framework Draws Global Contenders
Uisce Éireann was established in 2013 to consolidate water and wastewater services from 31 local authorities into a single national utility. Its first three Regulatory...
1 Jun. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Midstream Water Bolstered by Energy Markets Volatility
Historically, high oil prices have triggered drilling surges. However, despite West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures trading above US$90 per barrel since March, domestic rig...
27 May. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.The State Revolving Funds Opportunity: Tracking US$140 Billion in U.S. Water Infrastructure Demand
Over US$73 billion was awarded across 13,085 projects between 2020 and 2025. The Clean Water program accounts for 64% of total funding, targeting wastewater (61%)...
19 May. 2026
Data Insight + Dataslides on data Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
slides on data Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.CRH Moves Along Value Chain with US$700 Million Axius Water Acquisition
Historically, CRH’s water footprint has been led by its conveyance‑focused product portfolio, including pipes, culverts, manholes and precast structures for stormwater and wastewater networks. As...
19 May. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Aqualia Wins Desalination Contract as Corpus Christi’s Water Emergency Intensifies
To date, Corpus Christi's desalination ambitions have been plagued by cost overruns, political headwinds, and failed projects. The Inner Harbor plant is the most notable...
15 May. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036
The U.S. and Canada digital water landscape is poised to double from US$14 billion in 2026 to US$29 billion by 2036, reflecting a compound annual...
6 May. 2026
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.Badger Meter Doubles Down on Smart Sewers
Badger Meter announced its acquisition of UDlive alongside a 9% year-over-year decline in revenues for Q1 2026, a downturn it partially attributed to lower short-cycle...
4 May. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.