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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 (through our Report Store) or with a Corporate Subscription.
Quarterly Review + Data
U.S. Water Utility Ownership & Strategies: Key Trends, M&A Activity, and Market Outlook, Q4 2025
U.S. utility M&A regained momentum in Q3 2025, signaling renewed consolidation pressures across the sector. Bluefield tracked 32 deals, the highest quarterly count since Q3 2023.
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Western Midstream Bets on Water with US$2 Billion Aris Acquisition
The combination of Western Midstream Partners and Aris Water Solutions establishes one of the largest independent produced water platforms in the Permian Basin, positioning Western...
19 Aug. 2025
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Aqualia Leverages Czech Muni Footprint for Industrial Growth
Most of Aqualia’s revenue in the Czech Republic, approximately €160 million, derives from its ownership of the regional private concessionaire SmVaK, which operates 82 wastewater...
20 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.U.S. & Canada Municipal Utility Capital Improvement Plans, 2025–2034
Bluefield’s team of water experts has collected, cleaned, and analyzed published CIP data from more than 770 utilities across the U.S. and Canada. This CIP...
26 Aug. 2025
Analyst Presentation + DataIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.Cooling Water Thresholds Choke Europe Nuclear Operators, Call for Upgrades
Rising cooling water temperatures are becoming an Achilles’ heel for nuclear assets, particularly at a time when market conditions underscore the economic value of a...
27 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Ecolab Goes Ultrapure; Ovivo Concentrates on Water Quality
Ecolab’s acquisition of Ovivo’s electronics business further strengthens its strategic push into high-growth, high-tech sectors, particularly the semiconductor segment. Ecolab reported US$800 million in expected...
28 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Germany Water & Wastewater Municipal Market: Trends, Drivers, and Forecasts
Germany’s water sector is entering a critical maintenance phase. After decades of underinvestment, many utilities are now prioritizing rehabilitation of aging infrastructure. Over 60% of...
29 Aug. 2025
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Cybersecurity Alerts Highlight Water HMI Vulnerabilities
Over the last three years, several incidents—beyond the more public ransomware attacks—have underscored the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s efforts to address vulnerabilities in human-machine...
5 Sep. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.U.S. Water Utility Ownership & Strategies: Key Trends, M&A Activity, and Market Outlook, Q3 2025
Unitil Corporation marked its water sector debut with a pending US$100 million purchase of the Aquarion Water Company’s assets in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Meanwhile,...
9 Sep. 2025
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.TAQA Expands Strategic Footprint Through GS Inima
Despite GS Inima’s strong position in the global water market, the company’s risk profile attracted a narrower field considering its scale. Veolia, Aqualia, and Canada’s...
15 Sep. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Industrial Water Market Opportunities: How Water Strategy Is Reshaping Europe’s Food & Pharma Sectors
In this client webcast, Bluefield’s water experts presented on the regional regulations and frameworks impacting Europe's food & beverage and pharmaceutical water markets, as well...
17 Sep. 2025
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.