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The South African Mining and Energy Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Markets
Frost & Sullivan, Dec 2009, Pages: 91
This research was carried out on the South African mining and energy sectors water and wastewater treatment market to try and accurately identify factors currently affecting this market. Four mining segments were analysed and these include the coal, gold, platinum and copper mining segments. The energy sector in predominately Eskom, South Africa's main energy generator. The volumes of water used by these industries where also determined. Market sizes for both the mining and energy sectors were calculated for 2008 and forecasts determined for the period 2009 to 2015. In addition, market dynamics such as challenges, drivers and restraints were also identified.
This research service titled The South African Mining and Energy Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Markets provides a strategic overview of the market. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts provide an in-depth analysis of current market trends and how service providers can take advantage of opportunities that are expected to arise. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following sectors: mining (coal mining, gold mining, platinum mining and copper mining) and energy.
Energy and Mining Sectors Boost Uptake of Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment in South Africa
Increased demand for energy supplies and the need for regulatory compliance by mining companies are driving the water and wastewater treatment equipment market in South Africa. The market is poised to grow due to public utility Eskom’s expansion programme and enhanced legislative enforcement to ensure zero liquid effluent disposal (ZLED) by Eskom and mining companies. “Surging demand for energy coupled with the need for regulatory compliance to ensure effective wastewater treatment have been the major drivers of growth in this market,” notes the analyst of this research. “Currently, Eskom is undertaking an expansion initiative that will require additional investment in both water and wastewater treatment equipment.”
South Africa’s energy sector is a large consumer of freshwater, accounting for approximately 1.5 to 2.0 per cent of the country’s freshwater consumption annually. Both the mining and energy sectors have adopted a ZLED policy in which all reasonable steps are taken to prevent pollution of water resources. This is set to boost investments in the relevant water and wastewater treatment technologies.
Provision of Reliable Value-added Services and Technologies Key to Success
The lack of financial resources to purchase the required treatment equipment remains a major obstacle to market development. The most advanced water and wastewater treatment technologies like reverse osmosis (RO) are very expensive and cannot be afforded by many of the smaller mining companies in South Africa. Most mining companies lack the necessary financial resources to acquire advanced treatment equipment and instead opt for the cheaper options such as lime treatment to reduce acidity.
Despite numerous challenges posed due to the lack of financial resources, the market still presents several opportunities for growth. Equipment suppliers need to supply products within the budgets of most mining end users; to complement the technology types currently on offer. This will enable companies to capture both the low- and high-budget end users. A key strategy for competitive success will be the provision of reliable value-added technologies and services. “Mining and energy sectors are continuously changing and require high levels of water recovery,” concludes the analyst. “This explains why RO technologies are gaining popularity amongst end users.”
Market Sectors
Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this research:
- Mining sector
- Coal mining
- Gold mining
- Platinum mining
- Copper mining
- Energy sector
- Technology
The following technologies are covered in this research:
- Neutralising reactors, clarifiers, RO technologies
- High density sludge process, ion exchange
- Sand filtration, flocculation, disinfection, RO
- Clarification, sand filtration, disinfection
- Clarification, sand filtration, ion exchange, RO
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