Sludge Dewatering Equipment Market Report 2026

The sludge dewatering equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.23 billion in 2025 to $5.72 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure, growth in industrial wastewater generation, tightening environmental discharge regulations, increasing urban population levels, rising investments in sanitation projects.

The sludge dewatering equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.18 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of resource recovery from sludge, growing demand for low-energy dewatering solutions, expansion of smart wastewater treatment plants, rising focus on circular wastewater management, increasing investments in advanced treatment technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of high-efficiency dewatering technologies, rising deployment of automated sludge treatment systems, growing focus on energy-efficient equipment designs, expansion of modular and compact dewatering units, enhanced emphasis on corrosion-resistant materials.

The rising volumes of wastewater are expected to drive the growth of the sludge dewatering equipment market in the coming years. Wastewater is any water contaminated by human activity, containing various impurities, pollutants, or toxins that make it unsuitable for immediate use or consumption. Sludge dewatering equipment is used in wastewater treatment to reduce sludge volume, improve treatment efficiency, comply with regulations, remove particles from wastewater, and lower transport and disposal costs. For example, in April 2025, Sydney Water Corporation, an Australia-based water industry organization, reported that in 2023-24, modeled wastewater volumes from dry weather overflows reached 23.4 ML, up from 14.2 ML in 2022-23. Compared to the previous year, dry weather overflow volumes increased by 59% for ocean systems and 152% for inland systems. Therefore, the increasing volumes of wastewater are driving demand for sludge dewatering equipment.

Key companies in the sludge dewatering equipment market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as high-efficiency submersible pumps, to improve sludge handling and reduce operational costs. High-efficiency submersible pumps operate fully submerged in liquids, handling thick or abrasive sludge with minimal clogging while consuming less energy. They enhance sludge transport, reduce maintenance requirements, and lower operational expenses. For instance, in August 2024, Tsurumi, a Japan-based pump manufacturer, launched an improved KRD series. These heavy-duty dewatering pumps for sand and slurry offer increased power and durability, particularly for sludge handling. The motor insulation class was upgraded from B/E to F, allowing operation at temperatures up to 155°C, improving heat protection and extending the pumps’ lifespan.

In November 2023, Synagro, a US-based waste management company, acquired New England Fertilizer Co. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to enhance Synagro’s biosolids processing capabilities and expand its capacity for sustainable waste management and beneficial reuse. New England Fertilizer Co. is a US-based company specializing in the treatment and processing of biosolids with a focus on sustainable waste management practices.

Major companies operating in the sludge dewatering equipment market are Andritz AG; Alfa Laval AB; Hitachi Zosen Corporation; Mitsubishi Kakoki Kaisha Ltd.; Veolia Environnement SA; GEA Group AG; Evoqua Water Technologies; Phoenix Process Equipment; Gruppo Pieralisi - MAIP S.p.A.; SUEZ Utilities Company; HUBER SE; Keppel Seghers Belgium NV; Komline-Sanderson Corporation; Kontek Ecology Systems Inc.; Veolia Water Technologies; Atara Equipment Ltd.; Bilfinger Water Technologies GmbH; Dewaco Ltd.; Beckart Environmental; Era Hydro-Biotech Energy; Fournier Industries; CST Wastewater Solutions; Wamgroup; BENEV Company Inc.

Europe was the largest region in the sludge dewatering equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sludge dewatering equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sludge dewatering equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Tariffs are influencing the sludge dewatering equipment market by increasing costs of imported stainless steel, specialty alloys, motors, control systems, and mechanical components used in centrifuges, belt presses, and screw presses. Municipal and industrial wastewater projects in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported equipment, while Asia-Pacific faces higher costs for advanced treatment technologies. These tariffs are raising project capital costs and extending procurement cycles. However, they are also encouraging localized fabrication, regional equipment manufacturing, and greater adoption of standardized and modular dewatering solutions.

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Sludge dewatering equipment is employed to reduce waste content in wastewater by dehydrating sludge. This equipment facilitates the separation of water from saturated soil or sludge.

Carbon steel, fiber-reinforced plastic, and stainless steel are the primary materials utilized in sludge dewatering equipment. The carbon steel dewatering machine is well-suited for various industries, including municipal sewage, food, chemical, leather, papermaking, printing and dyeing, petroleum, pharmaceuticals, and slaughter, to effectively dewater sludge. Various technologies, such as screw press, rotator disc press, centrifuges, belt filter press, and others, are employed in both industrial and municipal settings for sludge dewatering.

The sludge dewatering equipment market consists of sales of vacuum filters, gravity belt, filter belt press, centrifuge, and membrane press. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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