Membrane Bioreactor Companies

The membrane bioreactor market is projected to grow from USD 4.49 billion in 2025 to USD 6.75 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period.

The global membrane bioreactor market is driven by increasing demand in wastewater treatment applications. The major factors driving the market are the growing demand for membrane bioreactors in emerging economies, primarily due to water scarcity, increasing demand for clean water, and the need for high-quality effluents. Technological advancements in membrane materials and system designs also enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of membrane bioreactor systems. The key global players in the membrane bioreactor market are Veolia (France), KUBOTA Corporation (Japan), Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Japan), TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. (Japan), Kovalus Separation Solutions (US), Dupont (US), Xylem (US), Pentair (UK), Mann+Hummel (Germany), ALFA LAVAL (Sweden), CITIC Envirotech (China), and Aquatech (Canada), among others. These companies are strong in their home regions and explore geographic diversification alternatives to grow their businesses. They focus on increasing their market shares through new product launches and other expansions.

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Veolia (France)

Veolia is one of the leading manufacturers of systems used for water management, including wastewater sludge treatment, the production and transportation of drinking water and industrial process water, recycling, reuse, and membrane bioreactor systems. Veolia has three operating business segments: Water, Waste, and Energy. It offers membrane bioreactors under the brand names ZeeWeed Membrane Bioreactor, Ultrafor, Biosep, and Memthane membrane bioreactor systems under the Water business segment. Veolia has a strong business presence in Europe and a global sales presence in North America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America. It provides industrial and municipal customers with customized products and technological and engineering services. Its Water business segment manages 3,879 water production plants and 3,198 wastewater treatment plants. The company serves various industries, such as automotive, food & beverage, mining, oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, power, pulp & paper, and steel.

Kubota Corporation (Japan)

Kubota Corporation is a leading player in the manufacturing of membrane bioreactor systems and membranes, offering services related to food, water, and environmental management. The company has three operating business segments: Farm & Industrial Machinery, Water & Environment, and Others. Kubota Corporation provides membrane bioreactor systems under its Water & Environment business segment. The company has expertise in designing customized submerged membrane bioreactor systems and flat plate membranes. It has installed more than 7,300 water and wastewater treatment plants worldwide, mainly in Asia Pacific, for industrial and municipal applications such as sewage and wastewater treatment. KUBOTA Membrane Europe Ltd, a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation, is a leading provider of membrane systems for advanced wastewater treatment and regeneration across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.

TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. (Japan)

TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. is one of the leading manufacturers of chemicals, performance materials, and specialized industrial products. The company is engaged in producing, processing, and selling products based on synthetic chemistry, polymer chemistry, and biochemistry. It operates through five business segments: Fibers & Textiles, Performance Chemicals, Carbon Fiber Composite Materials, Environment & Engineering, and Life Science. The company offers NHP membrane bioreactor systems and MEMBRAY membrane modules under the Environment & Engineering business segment. It offers membrane bioreactor systems for industrial and municipal water and wastewater treatment applications. TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. has manufacturing facilities in Asia Pacific and North America, with a sales presence in Europe, South America, and the Middle East & Africa. The company has around 310 subsidiaries, of which 114 are in Japan and 196 overseas.

Xylem (US)

Xylem is one of the leading global water technology companies dedicated to solving the world’s most critical water challenges through innovative and sustainable solutions. It offers a comprehensive suite of solutions for water and wastewater treatment, including products such as the ADI membrane bioreactor systems, which are integrated with filtration, aeration, disinfection, and service support through its infrastructure business segment. The Water infrastructure segment encompasses system suites where the membrane bioreactor forms a core treatment train, supported by cartridge filters, UV systems & lamps, RO membranes, and chemical-free disinfection, thereby positioning Xylem as a full-scope provider for membrane bioreactor-enabled plants. Xylem operates across more than 150 countries. In January 2023, Xylem strengthened its market position by acquiring Evoqua Water Technologies, a global leader in industrial and municipal water treatment and reuse systems. This strategic acquisition expanded Xylem’s capabilities in advanced treatment technologies, including membrane bioreactor systems, high-purity water applications, and digital water management.

Mann+Hummel (Germany)

Mann+Hummel is a leading global provider of filtration technology. The company operates through two business segments: Transportation and Life Sciences & Environment (LS&E). The LS&E business segment is divided into Air Filtration and Water & Fluid Solutions divisions. The company provides membranes through Mann+Hummel Water & Fluid Solutions (formerly known as Microdyn-Nadir), which is a part of Mann+Hummel’s Water & Fluid Solutions. The company serves RO, NF, MF, and UF membranes for various industries, including food & sweetener, beverage, dairy, oil & gas, electronics, and metal processing. The company has a global presence with operations in over 80 locations globally.
 
Membrane Bioreactor Market: Company Evaluation Matrix

In the membrane bioreactor market landscape, Veolia (Star) holds a leading position with a substantial installed base, a broad membrane portfolio, and end-to-end wastewater treatment capabilities. Its systems are widely deployed across municipal utilities, industrial complexes, and high-load sectors such as food & beverage, petrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals, strengthening its dominance through scale, technology depth, and global project execution strength. Pentair (Emerging Leader), meanwhile, is steadily gaining traction with its specialized membrane bioreactor configurations, innovative membrane technologies, and customized solutions designed for compact, high-efficiency treatment across diverse industrial users. Although Veolia currently commands the market with its comprehensive offerings and global footprint, Pentair is well-positioned to progress toward the leaders’ quadrant as demand increases for advanced, space-efficient, and resource-recovery-focused membrane bioreactor systems globally.

Membrane Bioreactor Market: Market Ranking

The ranking of companies in the membrane bioreactor market is based on several key factors that reflect their market position, capabilities, and overall contribution to the industry. The top 5 players in the membrane bioreactor market have been identified based on their revenue, market share, product offerings, production capacity, innovation, technological advancements, geographical presence, strategic partnerships, financial performance, and sustainability efforts. These key players continue to lead the membrane bioreactor market by maintaining a competitive edge through the delivery of high-quality membrane bioreactors to various end-use industries. Major players operating in the market include Veolia (France), KUBOTA Corporation (Japan), Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Japan), TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. (Japan), Kovalus Separation Solutions (US), Dupont (US), Xylem (US), Pentair (UK), Mann+Hummel (Germany), ALFA LAVAL (Sweden), CITIC Envirotech (China), and Aquatech (Canada).

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