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Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Size – By Technology, Analysis, Share, Growth Forecast, 2025 – 2034

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Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Size

The global municipal sludge dewatering equipment market was valued at USD 4.1 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% from 2025 to 2034. The wastewater treatment business has changed from managing wastewater treatment plants to a more sustainable focused in “reuse, recycle and resource recovery”. Emphasis on water reuse practice and valuable resources recovery is evident within the industry. This shift leads to not just environmental benefits but contributes towards improving public health.
 

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market

The increasing rate of technology development and innovation has brought about a reduction in slurry dewatering and safe disposal technology positioning it as a sub system of the circular economy. These systems are now allowing the retaining of sludge for future use with economical disposal being the accepted practice. In addition, there is increased focus in research and development on advanced methods of wastewater treatment management combining nontraditional and holistic approaches.

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Trends

The market for the equipment used in municipal sludge dewatering has registered noteworthy progress in technological advancements, leading to the provision of efficient and economical solutions. The focus has been on the development of new enhanced dewatering technology by using centrifuges, belt presses, and screw presses as well as the incorporation of automation and control systems which enhances overall productivity.
 

Furthermore, the market is anticipated to expand owing to sharpened competition resulting from an increased need for these products in other areas beyond drinking like industrial water use. Municipal sludge dewatering equipment serves numerous industries such as municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, oil and gas, food and beverage, and even mining. This means that the demand in these industries will stimulate the overall market growth which in effect will result in the enhanced competition for efficient sludge management services.
 

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Analysis

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Size, 2022 - 2034 (USD Billion)

The market for municipal sludge dewatering equipment is predicted to exceed USD 10 billion by 2034. The growth in the industry is considerably aided by shifting attention towards environmentally oriented sludge management approaches. These include programs to reduce sludge quantities, enhance dewatering efficiency, and capitalize on resource recovery from dewatered sludge, such as biogas and nutrient recovery.
 

Further, innovation is improving the design of dewatering equipment, and its automation and control systems, making great changes to sludge dewatering solutions. These changes have not only improved operational ability but have also drastically reduced the total cost of sludge management.
 

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Revenue Share, By Technology, 2024

The municipal sludge dewatering equipment market from belt filter press technology will increase in adoption and will grow at a rate of over 10% by 2034 because of its limits in the prices of waste treatment and its ability to mechanically dewater wastewater sludge. The efficiency in such dewatering processes is improved because the rollers are positioned in a sequence. Moreover, the efforts of regulations that reduce the impact of untreated municipal and industrial waste, combined with the scarcity of landfill space, is increasing the need for this equipment.
 

U.S. Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Size, 2022 - 2034 (USD Million)

U.S. municipal sludge dewatering equipment market is projected to exceed USD 1.4 billion by 2034. This growth is being fueled by the strict compliance to environmental regulations and increased activities for wastewater treatment in industrial and municipal sectors. Additionally, the increased focus on sustainable sludge management such as minimizing landfill usage and resource recovery has contributed to the more extensive use of advanced dewatering technologies such as centrifuges, belt filter presses, and screw presses. Furthermore, growing investment in modernizing ageing wastewater treatment facilities and increasing treatment capacity is also increasing demand in the market.
 

The municipal sludge dewatering equipment market in Asia Pacific is expected to grow significantly due to increased industrial development and government initiatives on waste recovery and treatment. The region's population growth along with limited landfilling capacity has increased strain on municipal wastewater and sludge treatment facilities. To address this need, governments are promoting the adoption of sustainable waste treatment technologies and advanced municipal sludge dewatering equipment. These factors will result in increased industry growth in this region.
 

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Share

There has been a notable increase in strategic partnerships between equipment suppliers, technology providers, and research institutions. These collaborations are aimed at creating more effective and efficient solutions for sludge treatment technology, which will help in developing sludge treatment technology that is truly responsive to the needs of the industry. Andritz, Evoqua Water Technologies, and Hitachi Osen are products leading companies of the municipal sludge treatment equipment industry, all fighting for market share in a highly competitive and innovation driven market.
 

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Companies

Major players operating in the municipal sludge dewatering equipment industry are:

  • Alfa Laval
  • Andritz
  • Aqseptence Group
  • Encon Evaporators
  • Evoqua Water Technologies
  • Flotrend
  • Hiller Separation & Process
  • Hitachi Zosen
  • Huber
  • Keppel Seghers
  • Komline-Sanderson
  • Kontek Ecology Systems
  • Phoenix Process Equipment
  • Sebright Products
  • Veolia
     

Municipal Sludge Dewatering Equipment Industry News

  • In December 2024, the water companies in England and Wales received approval from UK water regulator Ofwat sector to carry out a collective investment of over USD 130 billion for the 8th AMP (2025 - 2030). The investment is aimed at dealing with the new regulatory standards set by the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, the Drinking Water Inspectorate, and other authorities, which is expected to consume more than 90% of the funding. This investment is anticipated not only to improve the wastewater treatment systems but also facilitate the utilization of municipal sludge dewatering equipment in the region.
     
  • In October 2024, the U.S. Department of Water and Power in Los Angeles committed a minimum of USD 6 billion towards a critical Operation Next (OpNEXT) infrastructure project. These steps are anticipated to assist the implementation of municipal sludge dewatering equipment and support the market growth as a whole.
     

This municipal sludge dewatering equipment market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Billion) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

Market, By Technology

  • Belt Filter Press
  • Centrifuges
  • Screw Press
  • Others

The above information has been provided for the following regions and countries:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
Authors: Ankit Gupta, Shashank Sisodia
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