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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.
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
5 Mar | Insight Report + Data
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Australia Digital Water Landscape: Utility Strategies, Competitive Dynamics, and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036 ->
Australia's digital water opportunity is built on structural necessity, not discretionary spending. Growing from US$958.6 million in 2026 to US$2.4 billion by 2036, utilities are committing to five-to-ten-year capital programs that lock in technology choices for the decade ahead.Corporate Subscription
13 Feb | Insight Report
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State Profile: Texas Water Market ->
Texas has 4,667 community water systems serving a combined 30.6 million people. Of these systems, 67% obtain water from groundwater, while 33% rely on surface water or purchased surface water as their primary source.Corporate Subscription
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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 + Data
Analysis 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.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.Germany Water & Wastewater Municipal Market: Trends, Drivers, and Outlook
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.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.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.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
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.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.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 NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Schwarz AI Gigafactory Pushes German Sovereignty, Tests Water Limits
In Germany, leading tech firms such as SAP, Deutsche Telekom, and IONOS have independently expressed interest in competing for designation. However, Schwarz’s bid distinguishes itself...
19 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Big Tech Water Strategy: Watersheds & Ag-Tech
Big Tech companies are increasingly compelled to prioritize water stewardship. However, a major roadblock is the paucity of “shovel-ready” water infrastructure projects in which to...
13 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.