Water Tube Industrial Boiler Global Market Report 2025

The water tube industrial boiler market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.24 billion in 2024 to $8.75 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions, heightened environmental concerns and regulations, a growing need for high-pressure steam generation, expanding industrialization in emerging economies, and rising investments in thermal power plants.

The water tube industrial boiler market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.03 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be linked to the rising adoption of automation and energy-efficient technologies, increased demand for hydrogen-ready boiler systems, growing requirements from desalination and water treatment plants, a higher need for industrial heat in the chemical sector, and a preference for modular and scalable boiler designs. Key trends in the forecast period include improvements in boiler efficiency technologies, integration of smart control systems, advancements in emissions control, enhanced fuel flexibility, and innovations in heat recovery systems.

The rising demand for energy-efficient solutions is expected to drive the growth of the water tube industrial boiler market moving forward. Energy-efficient solutions involve technologies, practices, or products that consume less energy to achieve the same function, thereby lowering energy use and reducing environmental impact. This growing demand is fueled by increasing energy costs, which encourage consumers and businesses to minimize consumption and reduce utility expenses. Water tube industrial boilers support energy efficiency by providing high-pressure steam generation, making them well-suited for large-scale industrial applications. They improve process efficiency through rapid steam production, lower fuel consumption, and decreased operational costs. For example, in September 2024, ElectricHomes, a UK-based electric heating provider, reported that the UK installed 36,799 air source heat pumps and 2,469 ground or water source heat pumps in 2023, bringing the total number of MCS-certified installations to 229,618 - a 20% increase compared to 2022. Thus, the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions is propelling growth in the water tube industrial boiler market.

Leading companies in the water tube industrial boiler market are developing innovative products like pressurized casing heat exchangers to boost thermal efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Pressurized casing heat exchangers are specialized devices designed to efficiently transfer heat under high-pressure conditions within industrial boiler systems. For instance, in January 2023, Babcock Wanson, a UK-based industrial boiler manufacturer, introduced the FM Pack water tube boilers, engineered for industrial environments requiring high-quality steam output, high pressure, and operational flexibility. These boilers offer steam capacities ranging from 4.5 to 80 tonnes per hour and are designed for high-pressure operation up to 95 barg. They feature a pressurized casing heat exchanger design that maintains elevated flue gas temperatures, preventing condensation and corrosion, thereby enhancing both durability and efficiency.

In May 2024, Miura Co. Ltd., a Japan-based industrial boiler manufacturer, acquired Cleaver-Brooks Inc. for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Miura aims to strengthen its presence in North America, expand its product portfolio, boost innovation, and accelerate the delivery of sustainable and energy-efficient boiler solutions globally. Cleaver-Brooks Inc. is a US-based company that produces a comprehensive range of industrial water-tube boilers.

Major players in the water tube industrial boiler market are Fulton Boiler Works Inc., Forbes Marshall, R.F. MacDonald Company, Cheema Boilers Limited (CBL), The Babcock And Wilcox Company, Lochinvar LLC, Hurst Boiler And Welding Company Inc., Kawasaki Thermal Engineering Co. Ltd, INDECK Power Equipment Company, Victory Energy Operations LLC, Nationwide Boiler Inc., Byworth Boilers Ltd., Parker Boiler Company, Unilux Advanced Manufacturing LLC, Thermodyne Engineering Systems, Industrial Boilers Ltd., Johnston Boiler Company, Par Techno-Heat Pvt. Ltd., Rentech Boiler Systems Inc., Thermal Solutions Products LLC, and Zozen Boiler Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the water tube industrial boiler market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in water tube industrial boiler report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the water tube industrial boiler market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A water tube industrial boiler is a type of boiler in which water flows through the tubes while combustion gases heat the tubes from the outside. It is specifically designed for high-pressure applications and is widely used in large-scale industrial environments. The main function of this boiler is to generate steam for power generation, heating, and various industrial processes. Water-tube boilers are known for their high efficiency and quicker steam production when compared to fire-tube boilers.

The primary types of water tube industrial boilers include fire-tube boilers, water-tube boilers, biomass boilers, and combined heat and power (CHP) boilers. A fire-tube boiler is a type where hot gases from combustion pass through one or more tubes that run through a sealed container of water, thereby heating the water to generate steam. These boilers are compatible with a variety of fuel sources such as natural gas, coal, oil, biomass, and other fuels. They are offered in multiple capacity ranges, including below 100 tons/hr, 100-200 tons/hr, 200-300 tons/hr, and above 300 tons/hr. These boilers cater to several end-use industries, including chemicals, food and beverages, pulp and paper, metals and mining, power generation, and others.

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The water tube industrial boiler market consists of sales of boiler components and accessories, boiler controls and safety devices, boiler feedwater treatment systems, steam generation and distribution equipment, and steam turbines. 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 and 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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