The European water utility industry presents a diverse landscape in 2024. Spain leads with the highest number of enterprises, showcasing a robust year-on-year growth, while France faces a significant decline. Northern European countries like Denmark and Germany also show minor contractions. Eastern European countries including Greece, Poland, and the Czech Republic are experiencing steady growth, indicating increased market dynamism.
Key future trends to watch include:
- The expansion in Eastern Europe driven by infrastructural advancements.
- Consolidation in Western Europe as larger entities absorb smaller ones.
- The impact of EU environmental policies driving infrastructural upgrades.
Top countries in Water Utility Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 3,440 | 2023 | +4% | +3.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.63% | -0.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 1,830 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 976 | 2023 | -17.98% | -12.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 911 | 2023 | +6.8% | +8.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 890 | 2023 | +2.89% | +2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 826 | 2023 | +3.9% | +4.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 743 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 702 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 689 | 2023 | -2.68% | -2.4% | View data |
