Decision Maker’s Spotlight—Fastest growing technology in the global water industry, MBR is supported by policies aimed at encouraging recycle and reuse and decentralised solutions

Scope & Limitations

The Middle East MBR market is the 2nd fastest growing market globally

The Middle East is witnessing severe water stress, coupled with a clustered approach to infrastructure development. MBR solutions to witness growth

Freshwater inadequacy in KSA is resulting in steep increases in spend on Water treatment, benefiting the MBR market potential

Demand for MBR systems to be driven by industrial zones and residential developments, as regulations relating to effluents evolve

Water companies in Industrial segment—Can upsell MBR with a RO system: recycled water used for boiler feed & cooling water applications. Higher degree of service capability required to meet water quality standards

Significant demand is seen across different capacity ranges; hence it is imperative for suppliers to concentrate on a broader capacity range

Industrial end users such as Saudi Aramco, SABIC etc. have been leaders in wastewater treatment, recycling and reuse. Segment to grow steadily

Wastewater recycling & reuse are 2 most ideal solutions to address critical issues of water security: will pave the way for increased use of MBR systems

Ramping up for tourism, industrial zones, exports and Expo 2020 resulting in rapid increase in demand for water infrastructure solutions

The economy reflects a high degree of waste, and per capita water consumption. MBR has significant potential…

Low but steady growth in installed base of MBR systems makes the service business a highly attractive one

Diverse end-user segments will create demand for MBR systems in all capacity ranges up to 6,000 m3/day

Buildings & labour camps are major end-user segments: they are more amenable to decentralised wastewater treatment solutions

UAE at an inflection point with emphasis on sustainable growth outlined in the national vision plan; is a testbed for pilot plants related to WWT* and reuse.

To spend aggressively on accessing new technology for water treatment; post sanction removal to become fastest regional gainer in demand for water treatment solutions

Need to revamp ageing infrastructure, and deliver solutions for new developments are key drivers for MBR demand

Market over the next 5-Years—Water companies can gain recurring revenues by building a strong after-sales service team or give technical support to local partner as large installations are expected

Strong project management and installation capabilities are must-haves; adequate training support must be inculcated into local partner

MBR solutions market highly fragmented and complex to penetrate, with SMEs being the largest demand segment

MBR technology providers must engage with key EPC contractors & consultants to adequately educate prospective end users on benefits of the technology

Customer confidence WRT MBR solutions has increased; Yet, challenges persist that have limited adoption from reaching true potential

Companies seeking an increase in share need to look at building capabilities to deliver complete solutions

Water companies should look at bundling the system sales with a long-term after sales services (O&M contract) to sustain revenues

MBR system suppliers to develop forward integration capabilities to provide installation & O&M services instead of supplying technology to EPC or other water companies

Largely dominated by domestic water treatment companies & EPC contractors importing MBR systems based on project requirements; lacks companies that can set adoption trends

MBR with its versatility, modularity, & smaller footprint can effectively address water sector challenges as it produces less sludge & improves treated water quality

Technological innovations can play a significant role in sustainable growth of GCC/ME as region is at the forefront in embracing new technologies

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