Ceramic Membranes Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 7.47 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 11.42 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 8.86 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Ceramic Membranes Market Analysis
The Ceramic Membranes Market size is estimated at USD 7.47 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 11.42 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 8.91% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the market due to the halt in manufacturing activities to control the spread of the virus. Currently, the market has recovered from the pandemic and is growing at a significant rate.
- Over the medium term, increasing demand from the food processing sector and growing penetration of water treatment activities are major factors driving the market's growth.
- However, high operational costs associated with ceramic membrane manufacturing and availability of substitutes are likely to restrain the growth of the market.
- However, innovations and advancements in manufacturing techniques are expected to create lucrative growth opportunities in the global market.
- Asia-Pacific is the region that dominates the global market consumption, with the largest consumption coming from China.
Ceramic Membranes Market Trends
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Segment to Dominate the Market
- Ceramic membranes dominate the water and wastewater treatment landscape, outshining traditional methods. Their allure lies in unparalleled chemical stability, robust mechanical strength, and resistance to extreme temperatures. Moreover, the potent antimicrobial properties and notable antibacterial effects underscore the efficacy of water treatment.
- The adoption of ceramic membrane technology facilitates water reuse and recycling, promotes efficient water management, and diminishes dependence on external freshwater sources.
- Rapid urbanization, population growth, and the demand for efficient water treatment solutions are fueling significant growth in the water and wastewater treatment industry. Additionally, the industry is embracing digital transformation, adopting technologies like automation, control systems, membrane filtration, and ultraviolet disinfection. This technological shift underscores the industry's commitment to achieving more efficient and sustainable water treatment solutions.
- According to the World Economic Forum, innovation in its early stages plays a crucial role in tackling the issue of water pollution in Asia. Alongside its leading role in investing in water infrastructure, Singapore is dedicated to progressing in the fields of water research and business growth. Through the Research, Innovation, and Enterprise Plan 2025, Singapore has set aside USD 220 million for the development of water treatment technology.
- The United States, a leading water consumer, has about 80% of its water and wastewater treatment industry publicly owned. Rural areas have less access to treatment infrastructure compared to urban centers.
- The Chinese government has set a target of reaching around 95% for wastewater treatment for all cities and for areas short of water, with an approximate 25% water reuse rate. Hence, there is a significant demand for clean and recycled water technology in the country.
- On March 20, 2024, the State Council of China issued the “Regulations on Water Conservation,” the first national-level regulation in China. This act includes requirements such as adopting advanced and applicable water-saving technologies, processes, and equipment for water recycling and wastewater treatment and reuse, reducing the water consumption in production per unit product, and increasing the recycling rate of water resources.
- Saudi Arabia operates around 200 wastewater treatment plants. Much of the treated non-potable wastewater is repurposed as “grey water” for city green spaces, crop irrigation, and industrial reuse. The nation aims to 100% reuse of treated urban wastewater by 2025. Out of the approximately 1,460 million cubic meters (MCM) of wastewater generated, 671 MCM (46%) are processed. However, due to insufficient coverage, there's a pressing need to upgrade and streamline the wastewater collection system.
- Thus, all the factors mentioned above are likely to increase the demand for ceramic membranes during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- Asia-Pacific is the largest market for ceramic membranes, mainly due to the large consumption of pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, water and wastewater treatment, and other industries.
- China is a significant market in industrial water treatment. With environmental protection and sustainability gaining traction, the government and enterprises in China are taking proactive measures.
- The Chinese government aims to achieve approximately 95% wastewater treatment coverage across all cities. Also, in March 2024, the State Council of China issued the “Regulations on Water Conservation,” which includes requirements for adopting advanced and applicable water-saving technologies, processes, and equipment for water recycling and wastewater treatment and reuse.
- While urban India generates 72,368 million liters (MLD) of sewage every day, only 28% is treated and reused. However, a report by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) stated that 80% of wastewater generated by urban India has the potential to be treated and reused for non-potable purposes like irrigation.
- In June 2024, the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) installed a Ceramic Membrane filtration system from Germany to tackle the issues of discolored and odorous tap water. The installation is being carried out as part of a pilot project at the Rander zone's water treatment plant in Surat, with a capacity of 50 MLD (megalitres per day).
- Leading the global dairy industry, India contributes 25% to worldwide milk production. In the 2022-23, the nation produced nearly 230.58 million tonnes of milk. Key states for dairy production include Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu. In 2023-24, India's dairy product exports totaled 63,738.47 million tonnes, valued at INR 2,2609.4 million (USD 272.64 million).
- China is home to the world’s second-largest market for dairy products after the United States. According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, in 2023, China produced around 42 million metric tons of cow's milk, the highest volume in recent years. Forest Agriculture Service China forecasts China’s raw milk production in 2024 to remain high. With consistent growth in demand for dairy, the utilzation of ceramic membrames as a filtration medium in the industry is expected to remain firm.
- China, the world's largest chemical market, witnessed a 7.5% increase in production in 2023, up from a 6.6% increase from the previous year. The output of agricultural nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium chemical fertilizers (pure conversion) was 5.422 million tons, up 6.5% from the previous year.
- All the factors above are expected to enhance the demand for ceramic membranes during the forecast period.
Ceramic Membranes Industry Overview
The ceramic membrane market is fragmented in nature. The major players (not in any particular order) include Jiangsu Jiuwu Hi-Tech Co. Ltd, Metawater Co. Ltd, Pall Corporation, TAMI Industries, and LiqTech Holding A/S.
Ceramic Membranes Market Leaders
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Pall Corporation
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TAMI Industries
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Jiangsu Jiuwu Hi-Tech Co. Ltd
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Metawater Co. Ltd
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LiqTech Holding A/S
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Ceramic Membranes Market News
- August 2024: LiqTech Holding A/S or LiqTech International Inc. and China Haisum Engineering Co. Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding ("MoU") to explore the application of LiqTech's advanced filtration system for challenging industrial water treatment in China. By entering this MoU, China Haisum can bring LiqTech ceramic membrane filtration technology into the relevant Chinese industries.
- June 2024: At the Singapore International Water Week 2024, ENOWA and Nanostone Water Inc. announced their partnership to enhance water treatment technologies. The signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) underscores their joint commitment to revolutionize brine mining in the NEOM region of northwest Saudi Arabia, utilizing Ceramic Ultrafiltration (CUF) technology. Through this collaboration, they plan to pilot CUF membranes to extract valuable minerals and metals from desalination and cooling tower blowdown brine.
Ceramic Membranes Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Drivers
4.1.1 Growing Penetration of Water Treatment Activities Driving the Demand
4.1.2 Growing Demand from Food Processing Sector
4.2 Restraints
4.2.1 High Operational Costs
4.2.2 Availability of Substitutes
4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.4.5 Degree of Competition
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Value)
5.1 Material Type
5.1.1 Alumina
5.1.2 Silica
5.1.3 Titania
5.1.4 Zirconium Oxide
5.1.5 Silicon Carbide
5.1.6 Other Material Types (Glassy Materials, Magnesia, Carbon, and Glass-Ceramic Composites)
5.2 End-user Industry
5.2.1 Water and Wastewater Treatment
5.2.2 Food and Beverage
5.2.3 Chemical Industry
5.2.4 Pharmaceutical
5.2.5 Other End-user Industries (Textile, Biotechnology, and Petrochemical )
5.3 Geography
5.3.1 Asia-Pacific
5.3.1.1 China
5.3.1.2 India
5.3.1.3 Japan
5.3.1.4 South Korea
5.3.1.5 Malaysia
5.3.1.6 Thailand
5.3.1.7 Indonesia
5.3.1.8 Vietnam
5.3.1.9 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.3.2 North America
5.3.2.1 United States
5.3.2.2 Canada
5.3.2.3 Mexico
5.3.3 Europe
5.3.3.1 Germany
5.3.3.2 United Kingdom
5.3.3.3 France
5.3.3.4 Italy
5.3.3.5 Spain
5.3.3.6 Turkey
5.3.3.7 Russia
5.3.3.8 NORDIC Countries
5.3.3.9 Rest of Europe
5.3.4 South America
5.3.4.1 Brazil
5.3.4.2 Argentina
5.3.4.3 Colombia
5.3.4.4 Rest of South America
5.3.5 Middle East and Africa
5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
5.3.5.2 Nigeria
5.3.5.3 Qatar
5.3.5.4 Egypt
5.3.5.5 United Arab Emirates
5.3.5.6 South Africa
5.3.5.7 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
6.2 Market Share (%)**/Ranking Analysis
6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
6.4 Company Profiles
6.4.1 ALSYS
6.4.2 atech innovations GmbH
6.4.3 GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
6.4.4 JIUWU HI-TECH
6.4.5 Kovalus Separation Solutions
6.4.6 LiqTech Holding A/S
6.4.7 METAWATER CO. LTD
6.4.8 Nanostone
6.4.9 Pall Corporation
6.4.10 TAMI Industries
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Innovations and Advancements in Manufacturing Techniques
Ceramic Membranes Industry Segmentation
Ceramic membranes, as inorganic filters, excel in liquid filtration. Their robust nature renders them highly efficient, especially in scenarios requiring resistance to harsh chemicals like acids and potent solvents.
The ceramic membranes market is segmented by material type, end-user industry, and geography. By material type, the market is segmented into alumina, silica, titania, zirconium oxide, silicon carbide and other material types (glassy materials, magnesia, carbon, and glass-ceramic composites). By end-user industry, the market is segmented into water and wastewater treatment, food and beverage, chemical industry, pharmaceutical, and other end-user industries (biotechnology, textile, and petrochemical). The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the ceramic membrane market for 27 major countries. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts are done in terms of value (USD).
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Ceramic Membranes Market Research FAQs
How big is the Ceramic Membranes Market?
The Ceramic Membranes Market size is expected to reach USD 7.47 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 8.86% to reach USD 11.42 billion by 2029.
What is the current Ceramic Membranes Market size?
In 2024, the Ceramic Membranes Market size is expected to reach USD 7.47 billion.
Who are the key players in Ceramic Membranes Market?
Pall Corporation, TAMI Industries, Jiangsu Jiuwu Hi-Tech Co. Ltd, Metawater Co. Ltd and LiqTech Holding A/S are the major companies operating in the Ceramic Membranes Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Ceramic Membranes Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Ceramic Membranes Market?
In 2024, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Ceramic Membranes Market.
What years does this Ceramic Membranes Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Ceramic Membranes Market size was estimated at USD 6.81 billion. The report covers the Ceramic Membranes Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Ceramic Membranes Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Ceramic Membranes Industry Report
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