PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1758900
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1758900
Global Automation and Control in Water and Wastewater Market to Reach US$5.6 Billion by 2030
The global market for Automation and Control in Water and Wastewater estimated at US$4.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$5.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. SCADA Systems, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.5% CAGR and reach US$1.5 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Programmable Logic Controllers segment is estimated at 6.5% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.1 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 5.1% CAGR
The Automation and Control in Water and Wastewater market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.1 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$897.9 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 5.1% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% and 4.7% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.3% CAGR.
Global Automation and Control in Water and Wastewater Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Why Is Automation Becoming Critical in Water and Wastewater Management?
The rising complexity of water and wastewater treatment processes, driven by tightening environmental regulations and increasing urban populations, has positioned automation as an indispensable component in utility operations. Traditional manual systems are no longer sufficient to handle the scale, consistency, and quality demands required today. Automation allows for real-time monitoring, precision control, and predictive maintenance, resulting in significant cost savings and optimized resource use. As droughts, water scarcity, and pollution grow more prevalent globally, municipalities and industries are being forced to adopt technologies that enhance operational transparency and sustainability. The incorporation of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) is helping to manage these systems efficiently, ensuring compliance and minimizing environmental footprints. Automation also supports better disaster response and ensures continuity in critical services - a need that's gaining urgency amidst global climate challenges.
What Technological Advances Are Revolutionizing This Sector?
Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and IoT (Internet of Things) are significantly transforming the automation landscape in water and wastewater sectors. AI-driven analytics are being employed to optimize chemical dosing, detect anomalies in system behavior, and predict potential failures before they happen. Meanwhile, IoT sensors collect granular data on flow rates, contamination levels, and system pressure, feeding it into centralized dashboards for seamless monitoring. The integration of cloud computing enables remote access and centralized control of multiple facilities spread across regions. Advanced robotics are also beginning to play a role in performing high-risk or high-precision tasks such as pipeline inspections and sludge removal. Additionally, cybersecurity technologies are evolving in tandem to protect these highly critical and often vulnerable infrastructure systems from digital threats. These innovations are enhancing operational efficiency, increasing safety, and reducing overall maintenance costs - driving the sector towards smarter, more autonomous solutions.
How Are End Users and Stakeholders Responding to This Shift?
Utilities, industries, and municipalities are increasingly aligning with automation as a strategic imperative rather than an optional upgrade. Public water utilities, facing growing scrutiny over water quality and operational accountability, are heavily investing in automation platforms that offer real-time compliance tracking and operational diagnostics. Industrial sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and petrochemicals are leveraging automation to meet their internal sustainability goals and to align with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards. This shift is not only top-down from large corporations but is also driven by public demand for clean water and transparent utility governance. International funding agencies and governments are playing an active role through policy mandates and financial assistance, accelerating the implementation of modernized infrastructure in both developed and developing regions. These responses collectively signal a paradigm shift toward digital water management systems that prioritize long-term resource sustainability.
What Specific Factors Are Driving Market Expansion?
The growth in the automation and control in water and wastewater market is driven by several factors. Increasing urbanization and industrialization, especially in emerging economies, have placed immense pressure on water resources, necessitating smarter management solutions. Regulatory mandates around water conservation and pollution control are forcing utilities and industries to adopt automated control systems to maintain compliance and avoid penalties. Technological advancements, such as real-time data analytics, machine learning algorithms, and remote SCADA control, are making automation not only more efficient but also more accessible to medium and small-scale facilities. Additionally, the rise in public-private partnerships (PPPs) in water infrastructure projects is creating new avenues for automated system deployment. End-user demand for uninterrupted and safe water supply is also compelling utilities to adopt predictive maintenance and automated anomaly detection tools. Lastly, growing concerns around cybersecurity and resilience are leading to the integration of more robust, digitally secure automation systems in water infrastructure worldwide.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Automation and Control in Water and Wastewater market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Solution (SCADA Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Distributed Control Systems, Telemetry Systems, Alarm Management Systems, Leak Detection Systems, Remote Monitoring & Control Systems, Other Solutions)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.
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