Water Metering’s Digital Shift: Platforms, Analytics, and AI Integration

In this episode of The Future of Water, host Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield Analyst Christine Ow to explore one of the fastest-evolving segments in the water sector: metering. Christine shares insights from Bluefield’s new report, Global Water Metering Outlook: Evolving Technology Trends, Business Models, Competitive Landscape, and Leading Companies, which offers a detailed… Continue reading Water Metering’s Digital Shift: Platforms, Analytics, and AI Integration

Big Spend, Bigger Stakes: The Next 10 Years in U.S. Water & Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure

In this episode of The Future of Water, Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield Senior Analyst Charlie Suse to break down U.S. municipal water and wastewater treatment CAPEX forecasts through 2035. Bluefield’s latest market model projects US$515 billion in treatment infrastructure capital expenditures, with spend expected to grow from US$37 billion in 2025 to over… Continue reading Big Spend, Bigger Stakes: The Next 10 Years in U.S. Water & Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure

Water in Transition: Signals From the Top 50 Companies

Bluefield’s latest snapshot of the top 50 publicly traded water companies shows a sector still growing—but with turbulence under the surface. In this episode, host Reese Tisdale digs into Bluefield’s Q1 2025 snapshot of the top companies in water, highlighting how they are navigating tariffs, tightening supply chains, and shifting strategies. While topline revenue growth… Continue reading Water in Transition: Signals From the Top 50 Companies

Clarifying the Chaos in Washington: Answering Top Questions on U.S. Water Policy

Policy in Washington is in flux—and our clients had questions. Lots of them. Following Bluefield’s recent client webcast, Uncertain Times: The State of Water Policy in Washington, podcast host Reese Tisdale and Senior Research Director Greg Goodwin reconvene to answer the questions they didn’t have time to address live. In this episode, they unpack critical… Continue reading Clarifying the Chaos in Washington: Answering Top Questions on U.S. Water Policy

Herc, Sunbelt, and United: How Recent M&A Is Reshaping the Water Equipment Rental Market

In Episode 114 of The Future of Water podcast, host Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield Research Senior Analyst Ethan Edwards for a deep dive into the water landscape, focusing on the evolving role of the equipment rental sector. The conversation centers on the competitive dynamics among major rental companies such as Herc, Sunbelt, and… Continue reading Herc, Sunbelt, and United: How Recent M&A Is Reshaping the Water Equipment Rental Market

The Digital Water Playbook: Who’s Investing, What’s Changing, and Why It Matters

Podcast host Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield’s Analyst Christine Ow to discuss the latest developments in digital water. From Badger Meter’s expansion into wastewater to Ferguson’s growing presence in smart buildings, Bluefield’s water experts examine recent acquisitions, investment trends, and the competitive landscape in the U.S. and Europe. With the U.S. and Canada digital… Continue reading The Digital Water Playbook: Who’s Investing, What’s Changing, and Why It Matters

Will Spanish Engineering Firms Reshape the Global Water Landscape?

Spanish engineering firms have played a significant role in the global water sector, leading major desalination and water treatment projects across Latin America, the Middle East, and beyond. But recent financial pressures, acquisitions, and shifting competition are reshaping the landscape. In this episode, host Reese Tisdale speaks with Bluefield Senior Analyst Antonio del Olmo about… Continue reading Will Spanish Engineering Firms Reshape the Global Water Landscape?

Diehl Metering’s Digital Water Leap Powered by Analytics-focused Acquisition

Podcast host Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield Analyst Mike Muroff to dive into Diehl Metering’s recent acquisition of Preventio, a software company specializing in AI-powered solutions like leak detection and predictive maintenance. This deal is not just a major step for Diehl’s digital water strategy, but also reflects broader trends in Europe and beyond.… Continue reading Diehl Metering’s Digital Water Leap Powered by Analytics-focused Acquisition