Brine Concentration Technology (BCT) Market by Type (Calcium chloride, Sodium chloride, Zinc calcium bromide, Cesium formate), Technology (High energy reverse osmosis, Mechanical vapor compression), Application, and Region - Global Forecast to 2027
The brine concentration technology market is projected to reach USD 21.1 billion in 2027, at a CAGR of 6.0% from USD 15.8 billion in 2022. The market is mainly led by the significant usage of brine concentration technology in various end-use industries. The growing demand from the mining industry, rising demand for freshwater, and concerns for reducing the environmental impact are driving the market for brine concentration technology.
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Market Dynamics
Driver: Need for zero liquid discharge systems and growing use of desalination
The concept of zero liquid discharge aims to eliminate liquid waste. Countries with the highest population, such as China and India, face a growing demand for water due to their increasing population. The water bodies are already polluted, and the brine discharge will only exacerbate the problem. Environmentalists and people are raising concerns about water pollution and decreasing water quality and quantity. Therefore, there is a need for zero liquid discharge to treat brine. In addition to that brine concentration technology market is being driven by the increasing need for water. Climate change has led to more frequent droughts and water shortages, making available freshwater insufficient for all. It is crucial to protect existing freshwater sources, reuse available sources and reduce harmful environmental impacts, strengthening the growing use of desalination.
Restraint: High cost of brine concentration technology
Brine concentration technology can be expensive, making it difficult for many countries, especially developing and low-income nations, to afford it. While various brine treatments exist, such as reverse osmosis, ion exchange, deep well injection, thermal evaporation, and thermal crystallization, low-cost solutions for brine treatment are yet to be developed. Desalination is expensive, and the added cost of brine treatment may be too much for many countries to bear. The untreated brine discharge can negatively impact the surrounding environments, which underscores the need for effective treatment.
Opportunity: Chemical and salt production, along with government initiatives for sustainable development
Brine concentration technology can be a source of precious byproducts, such as chemicals and salts, which have a variety of uses. The chemicals produced through brine concentration technology include magnesium, zinc, calcium, bromides, lithium derivates, sodium hydroxide, and hydrochloric acids. There are useful byproducts from brine that can help countries generate income and can motivate other countries to treat all brine produced. Salts such as potassium chloride have many benefits and are often used in food and medication. One major contributor to environmental harm is the improper management of brine. Therefore countries have introduced rules and regulations to ensure that brine is managed and disposed of safely with minimal environmental impact. Brine concentration technology provides a sustainable way to extract chemicals from brine, reducing the need for mining on land and further protecting the environment. This is especially important for densely populated countries like India and China, facing high pollution levels and environmental concerns.
Challenge: High power consumption
Treating brine is a challenging risk, mainly due to the high cost of technology and the significant amount of energy required. The challenge with brine concentration technology is the low concentration of high-value chemicals and salts in the brine which means that a large amount of brine needs to be treated to extract a small amount of these valuable substances. In countries such as India and China, where many rural and semi-urban areas lack electricity, the high power consumption of brine concentration technology becomes a major challenge.
Market Ecosystem
A market ecosystem refers to the interconnected network of individuals, businesses, and other organizations participating in a particular market. It includes various stakeholders such as producers, distributors, retailers, customers, and regulatory bodies that interact with each other to exchange goods, services, and information. Prominent companies in the market are the ones who are well-established and financially stable and have state-of-the-art technologies and a strong global marketing network and sales record. Veolia Water Technologies( France), Evoqua Water Technologies(US), H2O Innovations (Canada), Aquatech International LLC(US), Aquachem (US), IDE Technologies(Israel), Saltworks Technologies (Canada), Samco Technologies (US), Gradiant (US) are the leading manufacturers and service provider of brine concentration technology
Brine Concentration Technology Market: Ecosystem
Source: Secondary Research, Interviews with Experts, and MarketsandMarkets Analysis
"Calcium chloride is the largest type of byproduct for brine concentration technology in 2022, in terms of value"
Calcium chloride accounted for the largest market share in the global brine concentration technology market, in terms of value, in 2022. The segment is also projected to grow at the highest CAGR in value in 2022. It has many applications in food and drinks, such as electrolysis in sports drinks and canned vegetables. It is also applied for road surfacing and deicing. It also has applications in the medical industry, as it helps treat acid burns and reduces blood pressure.
"Mining was the largest end-use industry for brine concentration technology market in 2022, in terms of value"
The mining industry, by application, accounted for the largest market share in the global brine concentration technology market, in terms of value, in 2022. However, the chemical industry is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in value during the forecast period. Most of the brine mining is done on a large scale by extensive industrial operations that employ specialized machinery to concentrate, extract and process a variety of minerals and compounds from brines that may be located far from the sea. It is considered more environmentally friendly that dry ore mining as brine mining does not require extensive land excavations, thus reducing the environmental impact.
"Asia Pacific was the largest market for brine concentration technology in 2022, in terms of value."
Asia Pacific was the largest market for the global brine concentration technology market, in terms of value, in 2022. China is the largest market in the Asia Pacific. It is projected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period considering of huge mining and chemical industry along with the increasing population and urbanization. The major players operating in the Asia Pacific region include Veolia Water Technologies, Aquatech International LLC, IDE Technologies Inc., among others.
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Key Market Players
The key players in this market Veolia Water Technologies( France), Evoqua Water Technologies(US), H2O Innovations (Canada), Aquatech International LLC(US), Koch Separation Solutions(US), Aquachem (US), IDE Technologies(Israel), Saltworks Technologies (Canada), Samco Technologies (US), Gradiant (US). Continuous developments in the market—including new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, agreements, and expansions—are expected to help the market grow. Leading manufacturers of brine concentration technology have opted for new product launches to sustain their market position.
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Report Metric |
Details |
Years considered for the study |
2018-2027 |
Base Year |
2021 |
Forecast period |
2022–2027 |
Units considered |
Value (USD Billion/Million) |
Segments |
Type, Technology, Application, and Region |
Regions |
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
Companies |
Veolia Water Technologies( France), Evoqua Water Technologies(US), H2O Innovations (Canada), Aquatech International LLC(US),Koch Separation Solutions(US), Aquachem (US), IDE Technologies(Israel), Saltworks Technologies (Canada), Samco Technologies (US), Gradiant (US). |
This report categorizes the global brine concentration technology market based on type, technology, application and region.
On the basis of type, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Calcium chloride.
- Sodium chloride.
- Zinc calcium bromide.
- Cesium formate.
- Potassium chloride.
- Others.
On the basis of technology, the market has been segmented as follows:
- High energy reverse osmosis.
- Mechanical vapor compression.
- Closed circuit desalination.
- Vertical tube falling film.
- Others
On the basis of application, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Mining.
- Chemical.
- Food and beverage.
- Pharmaceutical.
- Wastewater treatment.
- Power generation
- Pulp and paper.
- Others.
On the basis of region, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North America
- Middle East & Africa
- South America
Recent Developments
- In 2023 Evoqua Water Technologies acquired Bob Johnson and Associates to expand its presence in Texas by purchasing the former Bob Johnson and Associates industrial water service division from Kemco Systems.
- In 2023 Koch Separation Solutions announced its partnership with Aqanato to provide industrial customers in North America with anaerobic wastewater treatment technology.
- In 2022, H2O Innovations acquired Evaporator Co. Inc., which will improve its position in the maple industry by acquiring the leading company Evaporator CO. Inc.
- In July 2022, Veolia Water Technologies announced its partnership with TotalEnergies and will build the largest photo voltaic (PV) system in Oman to power a desalination plant.
- In May 2022, Veolia Water Technologies acquired Suez, a French company with a global presence focusing on waste management and the water sector.
- In May 2021, Aquatech International LLC announced its partnership with Pani Energy and collaborated to lower the energy requirement of seawater desalination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
What is the expected growth rate of the Brine concentration technology market?
This study's forecast period for the brine concentration technology market is 2022-2027. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.0%, in terms of value, during the forecast period.
Who are the major key players in the brine concentration technology market?
Veolia Water Technologies( France), Evoqua Water Technologies(US), H2O Innovations (Canada), Aquatech International LLC(US), Aquachem (US), IDE Technologies(Israel), Saltworks Technologies (Canada), Samco Technologies (US), Gradiant (US) are the leading manufacturers and service provider of brine concentration technology.
What are the major regulations of the brine concentration technology market in various countries?
Environmental protection agencies of different countries have laid down certain regulations for the proper treatment and disposal of wastewater using brine concentration technology.
What are the drivers and opportunities for the brine concentration technology market?
The need for zero liquid discharge systems and the growing use of desalination drive the brine concentration technology market. The opportunities are the production of chemicals and salt and different government initiatives for sustainable development.
Which are the key technology trends prevailing in the brine concentration technology market?
The key technologies prevailing in the brine concentration technology market include membrane-based technology like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration, advanced pre-treatment systems, zero liquid discharge systems, automation, and control systems like the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize processes. .
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The study involved four major activities in estimating the market size of the brine concentration technology market. Exhaustive secondary research was done to collect information on the market, the peer market, and the parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were employed to estimate the complete market size. Thereafter, the market breakdown and data triangulation procedures were used to estimate the market size of the segments and subsegments.
Secondary Research
In the secondary research process, various secondary sources have been referred to for identifying and collecting information for this study. These secondary sources include annual reports, press releases, investor presentations of companies, white papers, certified publications, trade directories, articles from recognized authors, the gold standard and silver standard websites, and databases.
Secondary research has been used to obtain key information about the value chain of the industry, the monetary chain of the market, the total pool of key players, market classification, and segmentation according to industry trends to the bottom-most level and regional markets. It was also used to obtain information about the key developments from a market-oriented perspective.
Primary Research
The brine concentration technology market comprises several stakeholders in the value chain, which include input suppliers, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, service providers, distribution and logistics, and end users. Various primary sources from the supply and demand sides of the brine concentration technology market have been interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information. The primary interviewees from the demand side include key opinion leaders in end-use sectors. The primary sources from the supply side include manufacturers, associations, and institutions involved in the brine concentration technology industry.
Primary interviews were conducted to gather insights such as market statistics, data of revenue collected from the products and services, market breakdowns, market size estimations, market forecasting, and data triangulation. Primary research also helped in understanding the various trends related to technology, type, application, and region. Stakeholders from the demand side, such as CIOs, CTOs, and CSOs were interviewed to understand the buyer’s perspective on the suppliers, products, component providers, and their current usage of brine concentration technology and the future outlook of their business, which will affect the overall market.
The breakdown of profiles of the primary interviewees is illustrated in the figure below:
Note: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 companies are classified based on their market revenue in 2021 available in the public domain, product portfolios, and geographical presence.
Other designations include consultants and sales, marketing, and procurement managers.
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Company Name |
Designation |
VeoliaWater Technologies |
Individual Industry Expert |
Evoqua Water Technologies |
Sales Manager |
H2O Innovationsl |
Director |
Koch Separation Solutions |
Marketing Manager |
Aquatech International LLC |
R&D Manager |
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Market Size Estimation
The top-down and bottom-up approaches have been used to estimate and validate the size of the brine concentration technology market.
- The key players in the industry have been identified through extensive secondary research.
- The industry's supply chain has been determined through primary and secondary research.
- All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns have been determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
- All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to obtain the final quantitative and qualitative data.
- The research includes the study of reports, reviews, and newsletters of the key market players, along with extensive interviews for opinions with leaders such as directors and marketing executives.
Brine Concentration Technology Market: Bottum-Up Approach
Note: All the shares are based on the global market size.
Source: Secondary Research, Interviews with Experts, and MarketsandMarkets Analysis
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Brine Concentration Technology Market: Top-Down Approach
Data Triangulation
After arriving at the total market size from the estimation process explained above, the overall market has been split into several segments and sub-segments. To complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for all the segments and sub-segments, the data triangulation and market breakdown procedures have been employed, wherever applicable. The data has been triangulated by studying various factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides. Along with this, the market size has been validated by using both the top-down and bottom-up approaches and primary interviews. Hence, for every data segment, there have been three sources—top-down approach, bottom-up approach, and expert interviews. The data was assumed correct when the values arrived from the three sources matched.
Market Definition
Brine concentration technology refers to the process of increasing the salt concentration of a liquid solution, generally water, by removing the water content.
Key Stakeholders
- Raw material suppliers.
- Brine concentration technology manufacturers.
- Brine concentration technology traders, distributors, and suppliers.
- End-use industry participants.
- Government and research organizations.
- Associations and industrial bodies.
- Research and consulting firms.
- Research & development (R&D) institutions..
- Environmental support agencies.
Report Objectives
- To define, describe, and forecast the size of the brine concentration technology market, in terms of value.
- To provide detailed information regarding the major factors (drivers, opportunities, restraints, and challenges) influencing the growth of the market
- To estimate and forecast the market size based on technology, type, application and region.
- To forecast the size of the market with respect to major regions, namely, Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America, along with their key countries.
- To strategically analyze micromarkets1 with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and their contribution to the overall market.
- To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide a competitive landscape of market leaders.
- To track and analyze recent developments such as expansions, new product launches, partnerships & agreements, and acquisitions in the market.
- To strategically profile key market players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies.
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Regional Analysis
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