Norway’s wastewater treatment services market has developed significantly in recent years, underpinned by stricter EU-aligned environmental regulations, sustainability goals, and infrastructure modernization. As of 2024, Norway operates wastewater facilities covering its population, connected to advanced treatment plants. This reflects a strategic shift toward higher treatment quality, especially in coastal and sensitive ecosystems. Municipal efforts have increased system renewal rates in 2024, while separate stormwater pipelines grew over the same period. Compliance with treatment permits improved, with the population covered by facilities meeting regulatory standards. Industrial growth, notably in oil and gas, seafood, and manufacturing, has intensified demand for advanced treatment technologies such as MBR and nutrient recovery. Additionally, decentralized systems critical for rural areas are being upgraded amid rising adoption of modular plants subsequently driving the wastewater treatment services market in the country.
The Norway wastewater treatment services market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% in revenues during 2025-31F driven by ambitious government initiatives, substantial investments, and rising private-sector participation. Moreover, Norway government plans to invest NOK in upgrading and expanding wastewater infrastructure, with a strong focus on energy-efficient and resource-recovery technologies such as sludge-to-energy systems, membrane bioreactors (MBR), and AI-enabled process optimization tools. Further, public-private partnerships (PPPs) are gaining traction, particularly in complex infrastructure projects like Oslo’s VEAS Biogas Plant Expansion, which would process sludge into renewable energy by 2026. Similarly, SalMar’s Ocean Farm integrates closed-loop aquaculture wastewater systems, showcasing innovation in industrial water management.
Moreover, Operation & Process Control spans virtually every major industry, oil & gas, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals where strict quality and safety standards are critical. These sectors rely on APC and broader process control systems to maintain continuous, high-quality production while ensuring compliance
However, the municipal segment will retain the largest revenue share due to its extensive infrastructure, critical societal function, and steady public investment. Serving millions through large-scale drinking water and sewerage systems, it will remain the backbone of the overall market.
However, the oil and gas segment is expected to retain the largest share of overall industry revenue. This is attributed to the sector’s reliance on high-value, complex, and custom-engineered equipment including centrifugal compressors, high-pressure pumps, and explosion-proof systems across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
The Norway wastewater treatment services market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% in revenues during 2025-31F driven by ambitious government initiatives, substantial investments, and rising private-sector participation. Moreover, Norway government plans to invest NOK in upgrading and expanding wastewater infrastructure, with a strong focus on energy-efficient and resource-recovery technologies such as sludge-to-energy systems, membrane bioreactors (MBR), and AI-enabled process optimization tools. Further, public-private partnerships (PPPs) are gaining traction, particularly in complex infrastructure projects like Oslo’s VEAS Biogas Plant Expansion, which would process sludge into renewable energy by 2026. Similarly, SalMar’s Ocean Farm integrates closed-loop aquaculture wastewater systems, showcasing innovation in industrial water management.
Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Segmentation
Market Segmentation by Service Type
In 2031, Operation & Process Control is expected to lead the revenue share. Process control systems form the foundation of smart factories, integrating IoT, AI, machine learning, and real-time analytics to drive efficiency. Demand for predictive maintenance, energy optimization, and quality consistency is accelerating adoption. For instance, real-time data-driven adjustments through advanced process control (APC) reduce waste, minimize downtime, and optimize energy use.Moreover, Operation & Process Control spans virtually every major industry, oil & gas, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals where strict quality and safety standards are critical. These sectors rely on APC and broader process control systems to maintain continuous, high-quality production while ensuring compliance
Market Segmentation by End-User
By 2031, the industrial segment is set to grow faster than the municipal sector, driven by stricter discharge regulations, increased water reuse in industries like semiconductors, F&B, and power, and rising ESG-linked investments in sustainable water management. These factors are pushing industries toward advanced treatment and recycling systems.However, the municipal segment will retain the largest revenue share due to its extensive infrastructure, critical societal function, and steady public investment. Serving millions through large-scale drinking water and sewerage systems, it will remain the backbone of the overall market.
Market Segmentation by Industrial End-User
By 2031, the food and beverage (F&B) sector is projected to witness accelerated growth, driven by a rising middle-class population and rapid urbanization, which are increasing demand for packaged, processed, and convenience foods. In response, F&B manufacturers are investing significantly in automation, smart packaging technologies, and advanced quality control systems to enhance productivity and minimize waste. Furthermore, stricter food safety regulations such as those enforced by FSSAI in India and the FDA/EFSA globally are prompting higher spending on plant modernization and compliance..However, the oil and gas segment is expected to retain the largest share of overall industry revenue. This is attributed to the sector’s reliance on high-value, complex, and custom-engineered equipment including centrifugal compressors, high-pressure pumps, and explosion-proof systems across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
Key Attractiveness of the Report
- 10 Years Market Numbers.
- Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024
- Base Year: 2024
- Forecast Data until 2031
- Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
- Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.
Key Highlights of the Report:
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Overview
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Outlook
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Forecast
- Historical Data and Forecast of Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Revenues for the Period 2021-2031F
- Historical Data and Forecast of Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Revenues, by Service Type, for the Period 2021-2031F
- Historical Data and Forecast of Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Revenues, by End-User, for the Period 2021-2031F
- Historical Data and Forecast of Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Revenues, by Industrial End-User, for the Period 2021-2031F
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Drivers and Restraints
- Industry Life Cycle
- Porter’s Five Force Analysis
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Trends & Evolution
- Market Opportunity Assessment
- Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Revenue Ranking, by Top 3 Companies
- Competitive Benchmarking
- Company Profiles
- Key Strategic Recommendations
- Market Scope and Segmentation
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
By Service Type
- Designing & Engineering Consult
- Building & Installation Services
- Operation & Process Control
- Maintenance Service
- Others (Sludge Dewatering & Disposal, Emergency Spill Response, etc.)
By End-User
- Municipal
- Industrial
By Industrial End-User
- Oil & Gas
- Food & Beverage
- Pulp & Paper
- Chemicals
- Power Generation
- Others (Rubber & Plastics, Printing & Packaging, etc.)
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary5. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Trends13. Key Strategic Recommendations
2. Introduction
3. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Overview
4. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Dynamics
6. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Overview, by Service Type
7. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Overview, by End-User
8. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Overview, by Industrial End-User
9. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Key Performance Indicators
10. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Opportunity Assessment
11. Norway Wastewater Treatment Services Market Competitive Landscape
12. Company Profiles
List of Figures
List of Tables
Companies Mentioned
- Ragn-Sells AS (Lørenskog)
- Cambi ASA
- IVAR IKS (Stavanger region)
- Veolia Group (Norway operations)
- Suez S.A. (Norway operations)
- Kemira Oyj (Norway)
- Valmet Oyj (Norway)
- AFRY Norway
- Hafslund Celsio AS (Oslo)
- Østfold Energi AS (Grålum)
