Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Size - By Technology (Activated Carbon, Ultra-filtration & Reverse Osmosis, Membrane Filtration, Ion Exchange Resin Systems, Media Filtration), Growth Prospects, Regional Outlook & Forecast, 2024 - 2032

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Size

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market size was valued at USD 7.6 billion in 2023 and is set to grow at 8.8% CAGR from 2024 to 2032. The enforcement of rigorous wastewater regulations, which mandate the necessary and sufficient discharge of waste, is expected to drive the adoption of wastewater recovery systems, particularly in industrial applications. The reinforcement of diverse global agendas focusing on water source management, coupled with prevailing wastewater treatment standards in major economies, is poised to further enhance industrial growth throughout the forecast period.
 

Numerous federal funding opportunities exist to improve wastewater treatment infrastructure through private & public investments. For instance, in October 2023, the U.S. government through their, the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) have allocated USD 8 billion in loans for 42 projects focused on wastewater infrastructure enhancement, which in turn will complement the food & beverage wastewater recovery systems market outlook.

The significant rise in the consumption of clean water, coupled with a growing consumer preference for processed food and beverages, is anticipated to experience robust growth throughout the projected period. Industry developments aimed at reducing production costs and implementing measures to fulfill the substantial water requirements for food processing are expected to positively influence the sector.
 

Heightened awareness of sustainability along with regulatory pressures are the primary driving factors for the food and beverage wastewater recovery system market growth. As environmental concerns grow, food and beverage manufacturers are increasingly recognizing the importance of efficient wastewater recovery systems to minimize water wastage and adhere to stringent discharge regulations. The market is witnessing a shift towards advanced technologies that not only treat wastewater effectively but also allow for the recovery and reuse of water in production processes.
 

COVID- 19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the food & beverage wastewater recovery system market by influencing supply chain disruptions, project delays, and budget constraints. While initial setbacks occurred due to the pandemic-induced economic challenges, the industry has gradually recovered as businesses prioritize sustainability and resilience, driving renewed interest and investment in wastewater recovery system solutions.
 

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Trends

The growing inclination towards green practices within industries, which involves leveraging wastewater as both an environmental and economic resource, is set to invigorate the global food and beverage wastewater recovery sector. The availability of a diverse array of systems for various applications, particularly through industrial symbiosis within eco-industrial parks, is expected to complement and bolster the industry. This trend aligns with the broader industry focus on circular economy principles, where water is treated as a valuable resource rather than a disposable byproduct.
 

The adoption of wastewater recovery solutions is influenced by the rising cost of freshwater and the need for operational cost savings. Companies are investing in innovative technologies that enable them to recover, treat, and reuse wastewater within their facilities, thereby reducing dependency on external water sources and minimizing overall operational expenses. For instance, in August 2023, with the ongoing global challenges of water scarcity and sanitation concerns persist, seventeen organizations including Xylem, Veolia, XPV, among others have united in their commitment to support the United Nations (UN) Water Action Agenda.
 

Through a substantial investment of USD 11 billion over the next five years, these organizations aim to foster water innovation and tackle the urgent and widespread issues related to water resources. With sustainability becoming a key differentiator in the food and beverage sector, the wastewater recovery market is expected to see continued growth, driven by a combination of environmental consciousness, economic considerations, and evolving regulatory landscapes.
 

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Analysis

The food & beverage industry including the manufacturing of dairy products, beverages, vegetables & fruits, and meat consumes large amount of water to effectively run their production processes. The deployment of water recovery systems allows manufacturers to achieve a significant reduction in the production costs while maximizing the profit. Moreover, the burgeoning demand across the sector is attributed to the growing environmental concerns over polluted water discharge. Additionally, the increasing need to comply with stringent regulatory standards including the disinfection & purification specifications will strengthen the product adoption across these industries. Sustainable energy recovery from wastewater & sludge further exemplifies the product’s efficiency across the sector.
 

Based on technology, the food & beverage wastewater recovery system market is segmented into activated carbon, ultra-filtration & reverse osmosis, membrane filtration, ion exchange resin systems, media filtration. The ultra-filtration & reverse osmosis segment is poised to expand at 10% CAGR through 2032.
 

The increased adoption of ultrafiltration technology is attributed to its capability to filter out viruses, solid bacteria, endotoxins, and various pathogens, resulting in the production of clean water with minimal silt density and high purity levels. Furthermore, the widespread implementation of reverse osmosis technology is growing exponentially, supported by its straightforward, safe, and cost-effective attributes for water treatment, thereby enhancing the overall business landscape.
 

• The expansion of technology across diverse treatment solutions will be driven by elevated operational efficiency and decreasing membrane costs. The increasing stringency of water quality standards, coupled with ongoing technological advancements, is expected to further boost the adoption of this technology.
   
• The food & beverage wastewater recovery systems market from media filtration wastewater recovery sector is poised for growth due to its operational sustainability and versatile application across food & beverage industries. The technology's capacity to provide a compact and efficient means of treating industrial wastewater for either recycling or safe discharge will enhance its widespread adoption.

The Asia Pacific food & beverage wastewater recovery systems market size is expected to observe 9.3% CAGR till 2032. The robust industrial growth along with government decisive steps pertaining to waste recovery and treatment will boost the adoption of these systems across the Asia Pacific region. Exponential growth in population has resulted in an increased pressure on the available water resources, which will enhance the regional business growth. Over the past few years Asia Pacific with countries including China, India and Japan have emerged as one of the major manufacturing hubs across the globe.
 

• Policymakers across the Asia Pacific region is working aggressively to smoothen their existing industrial norms along with formulating strategies with different technology providers in the field of wastewater solution, thereby stimulating the industry growth. Rapid industrialization along with the commencement of 14th year five plan in China is further anticipated to spur the sustainable development in the country. For instance, as per China’s 14th five-year plan, the country has set target of 20 million m3/d of additional wastewater treatment capacity to be built by 2025.
   
• Countries including Japan, Australia and Southeast Asia nations are also formulating stringent programs & significantly investing in improving wastewater infrastructure to enhance their existing water recovery measures. For instance, in February 2023, the Government of Australia decided to invest USD 37 million to upgrade its Mandurah wastewater treatment plant. This will include construction of a new dissolved air flotation thickener (DAFT), replacement and upsizing of mechanical equipment (pumps, aerators, mixers), new bio-selector, and new electric switch rooms.
   

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Share

Major manufacturers operating across the market are focusing on merger & acquisition and product launch to devised to gain a competitive edge over the others. Introduction, innovation, and improvisation in the present treatment technology is said to improve the profitability and achieve a higher proportion of the market share.
 

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Market Companies

Prominent industries operative in the food & beverage wastewater recovery systems industry includes:

• Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
• Calgon Carbon Corporation
• Koch Separation Solutions
• Mech-Chem Associates, Inc.
• Pall Corporation
• KORTE Kornyezettechnika Zrt.
• ClearBlu Environmental
• ENCON Evaporators
• BioChem Technology
• Westlake Vinnolit GmbH & Co. KG
• CLEARAS Water Recovery
• KONTEK ECOLOGY SYSTEMS INC.
• DYNATEC SYSTEMS, INC.
• Veolia
• Kemco Systems
   

Food & Beverage Wastewater Recovery Systems Industry News

• In January 2023, Koch Separation Solutions (KSS) came into a strategic partnership with Aqana that offers anerobic wastewater treatment technology for industrial application in North America. The agreement will benefit the customers with the solutions including reverse osmosis (RO), membrane bioreactors (MBR), and moving bed biofilm reactors (MBBR) for industrial wastewater treatment.
   
• In October 2022, Calgon Carbon through its European operational entity, Chemviron SA, opened a new activated carbon reactivation furnace in Belgium. The fifth furnace at the Feluy facility will result in the increasing the reactivation capacity to over 50,000 tons per year, thereby strengthening the company market positioning in the market.
   
• In July 2022, Evoqua Water Technologies acquired Minnesota based designer, manufacturer, & service provider of high purity water treatment equipment, Smith Engineering. The business offers a wide array of water treatment products & services including reverse osmosis, UV, filtration, & ultra-pure water systems. The acquisition will enhance Evoqua's product portfolio in high purity water treatment systems and thereby expanding its market presence in North America.
   

The food & beverage wastewater recovery systems market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of ‘USD Billion’ from 2019 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, By Technology

• Activated Carbon
• Ultra-filtration & Reverse Osmosis
• Membrane Filtration
• Ion Exchange Resin Systems
• Media Filtration
• Others

The above information has been provided for the following regions across the regions.

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada 
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • UK
  • Spain
  • Italy
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Malaysia
  • Indonesia
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • UAE
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina