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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 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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Cybersecurity Prompts Policy, Investor Attention on Water Services
Cybersecurity firms are building out dedicated capabilities for water and wastewater. This growth has fueled a recent surge in M&A and venture capital, as both...
27 Apr. 2022
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Utility Staffing, Hiring Challenges Drive Demand for Third-Party Digital Water Services
As utilities move to digitalize their networks, they increasingly seek employees with the technical skills to implement, operate, and maintain digital hardware and software. However,...
6 Feb. 2022
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Engineering Firms Refine Digital Water Strategies with Flurry of New Products
The unveiling of new digital water brands and product offerings in recent months by global engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) firms highlights their evolving strategies...
14 Jun. 2021
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Azuria, Inframark Join to Create US$2 Billion Water Service Platform
On 18 July 2025, Azuria Water Solutions and Inframark announced their plans to merge under one banner. The merger is expected to close in late...
11 Aug. 2025
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Ecolab Bets on AI + Water with US$4.75 Billion CoolIT Deal
The thermodynamics of AI is significantly driving the adoption of liquid cooling technologies. At the same time, the vendor landscape is consolidating, which helps reduce...
30 Mar. 2026
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Arcadis, SEAMS Ready for Smart Water Growth
On 10 January 2018, asset management software developer SEAMS Ltd. announced its aquisition by Netherlands- based EPC consultancy Arcadis NV. With this acquisition, Arcadis boosts...
18 Jan. 2018
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
K-water Builds Global Momentum with AI-Powered Solutions
As a digital stormwater solutions provider, K-water wields a unique advantage: a fully implemented national reference system that spans South Korea. The utility’s Digital Garam+...
8 Dec. 2025
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
United Utilities Dials In on Leak Management
United Utilities is also pursuing a full-scale Advanced Metering Infrastructure rollout and satellite leak detection across its network this cycle. Previously, United Utilities used NetBase,...
27 Feb. 2026
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Arcadis Maintains Focus on Digital Growth with EAMS Group Acquisition
On 28 March 2019, Netherlands-based engineering & consulting firm Arcadis N.V. announced its decision to acquire a majority stake in EAMS Group, a privately- held...
27 Apr. 2019
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Engineers, Big Consultancies Converge on Water Sector’s Decision Layer
As compliance and resilience priorities outpace utilities’ internal capacity and capabilities, municipal utilities are consolidating spend around fewer trusted partners that can help shape strategy...
4 Feb. 2026
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.