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Universal Automation and Opportunities for Industrial Water
In total, industrial water facilities in the U.S. are expected to spend over US$262 billion between 2024 and 2030 on operational expenses such as labor, chemicals, and energy. They are also expected to use over 58 trillion gallons (220 billion cubic meters) of water per year. A new approach to automation can help these industries through water, energy, and chemical savings.
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Water Mergers & Acquisitions: Trends and Deal Flow, Q3 2024
The first half of 2024 ended with a reported 195 transactions tracked by Bluefield, largely supported by tailwinds such as waning inflation, increased investments in...
18 Sep. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
U.S. & Canada Digital Water Market Outlook: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts, and Forecasts, 2024–2033
The U.S. and Canada have long been at the forefront of digital water adoption, shaped by a diverse network of assets, an expansive roster of...
30 Aug. 2024
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
EQT Drives Digital into Water Investment Portfolio
2024 marks a pivot for EQT, a Swedish private equity firm, back into the water and waste management space. On 14 August 2024, EQT announced...
22 Aug. 2024
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
U.S. & Canada Municipal Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q2 2024
In April, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the long-awaited MCLs for six PFAS chemicals and laid out the implementation timelines for monitoring and...
24 May. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
U.S. Private Water: Key Trends, M&A Activity, and Market Outlook, Q2 2024
Bluefield recorded 21 approved deals during Q1 2024, marking the fewest deals approved in a quarter since 2019. High interest rates and inflation over the...
15 May. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Water Mergers & Acquisitions: Trends and Deal Flow, Q1 2024
The 2023 year ended with a total of 372 transactions tracked by Bluefield. Bluefield has tracked 54 total water deals so far this year. There...
19 Mar. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Private Equity’s Role in Digital Water: Investor Strategies and Competitive Positioning
The global private equity sector has grown thirteenfold since 2000, wielding increasing influence over critical infrastructure sectors. This includes strategic investments in water and wastewater...
12 Feb. 2024
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Global Water Deal Flow: A Look at 2023 Water M&A, Leading Companies, and Market Outlook for 2024
In this client presentation, Bluefield water experts shared their analysis of notable acquisitions, M&A market trends, company strategies to expand market share, and provided insight...
24 Oct. 2023
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
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 NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Digital Water: Key Trends, Project Activity, and Market Outlook, Q3 2021
The global digital water market continues to show mixed signs of recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, with supply chain disruptions, workforce pressures, and the proliferation...
14 Oct. 2021
Quarterly ReviewAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.