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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
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
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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Emefcy-RWL Merger Tests Fluency in China
Israeli wastewater treatment technology firm Emefcy Group Limited (Emefcy) and US-based industrial water services firm RWL Water have announced their plans to create a global...
18 May. 2017
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Global Smart Water Update: Market Trends, Competitive Shifts, & Project Activity
Smart water project announcements in the second half of 2016 were driven by utility responses to water scarcity and non-revenue water, regulatory compliance, and vendor...
1 Feb. 2017
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Osmoflo Enhances Hitachi Zosen RO
Hitachi Zosen has acquired a 70% stake in Australia- based water treatment player Osmoflo. Bluefield analyzes the impactions for global desalination markets.
29 Jan. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Water Market Shifts: 7 Signposts to Watch in 2017
Our experts anticipate shifts across municipal and industrial water markets. Looking ahead, we have outlined seven key trends that will impact the water industry in...
23 Jan. 2017
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.KKR Rebalances Water Portfolio
US investment firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. sold its remaining 23.85% share of wastewater treatment firm CITIC United Envirotech Limited...
25 Oct. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Global Municipal Water Market Renews Pursuit of PPPs // SIWW
At Singapore International Water Week, Bluefield Vice President Keith Hays presented on PPP projects across global water markets. Many countries are facing a perfect storm...
14 Sep. 2016
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.Southeast Asia Private Water Utilities: Company Rankings, 2016
Southeast Asia’s private water utility market remains dominated by long-term concessions in large cities in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Bluefield ranks the top private...
23 Aug. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Singapore Solidifies Position as Showcase Market
Singapore’s state utility has awarded CH2M a consultancy service contract for a new desalination plant. Foreign firms looking for a foothold in Southeast Asia will...
10 Aug. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Renewable-Powered Desalination: Global Market Trends and Drivers
Since 2000, 66 renewable-energy-powered desalination plants have been commissioned with a combined capacity of 1.7 million m3/d. Developed countries that are attempting to offset...
3 Aug. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.China PPP Growth Extends to Flood Management
China's Sponge City Program includes PPP targeting flood management
3 May. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.