The sewer network management market - Italy (2024)

1.2 The global sewerage management market

The global water and wastewater treatment market was worth $***.* billion in **** and is expected to grow to about $***.* billion by ****, with a compound annual growth rate(***) of *.* percent over the period ****-****. Water and wastewater treatment is about improving the quality of wastewater, turning it into an effluent that can be ...

1.3 The Italian market

Turnover value

The value of turnover of companies active in wastewater collection and purification is shown below; as shown in the graph, the market has seen a significant increase from **** to ****, with a growth in the value of turnover of **.* percent. There is also a slight decrease in **** from the **** value ...

1.4 Import and Export

As part of the analysis of the value of imports and exports related to wastewater management, HS codes for materials and equipment used in this sector will be considered. These include wastewater treatment equipment, such as purification machinery, which can be classified under HS Chapter **. For example, water filtration or purification ...

1.5 Inflation suffered by the sector

Inflation in the water collection, treatment and supply industry in Italy has been influenced mainly byrising energy and raw material costs, which are necessary to operate treatment plants and maintain water networks. Increased energy costs, in particular, have weighed heavily on operating costs, resulting in higher rates for consumers. In addition, ...

2.1 Demand in Italy

To build a comprehensive overview of the demand for sewage networks in Italy, reference is made to data provided by ISPRA through the UWWTD **** Reporting, which offers a clear view of the state of sewage treatment in Italy up to ****, allowing progress to be assessed. [***]

Agglomerations

European Directive **/***/EEC defines agglomerations ...

2.2 Geographical distribution of demand

The total generated load divided by region is shown below:

2.3 Sensitive areas

Directive **/***/EEC requires member states to identify sensitive areas in relation to the type of wastewater discharge. Sensitive areas include natural lakes, estuaries, coastal waters, surface fresh waters intended for drinking water production, and all those areas where advanced treatment (***) is required to comply with regulations of other environmental directives.

The ...

2.4 Wastewater treatment

Wastewater conveyed to sewage treatment plants can be treated through three distinct stages: primary, secondary and tertiary treatment.

Primary Treatment aims to remove suspended solids, mainly of organic origin, present in the incoming sewage. This process represents the initial stage of purification, which is essential to reduce the organic load before ...

2.5 Demand drivers

Environmental laws and regulations concerning wastewater aim to protect water quality and public health by setting strict standards for wastewater treatment and disposal. Among the main regulations is the European Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive, which requires member states to ensure that all urban wastewater is collected and properly treated. The Clean ...

2.6 Relationship between housing stock and sewerage networks

The relationship between the housing stock and sewerage networks is fundamental to sustainable and well-planned urban development. The expansion of the housing stock, which includes new housing and commercial facilities, leads to an increase in demand for essential infrastructure, such as sewer networks, which are necessary for wastewater management. The effectiveness ...

3.1 The market structure

To assess the market structure, an analysis of the number of enterprises active in the wastewater collection and treatment sector is proposed. An examination of the latest years available in the ISTAT database shows that the number of enterprises has remained essentially stable in recent years, growing by **.* percent, suggesting a ...

3.2 The value chain

The value chain in the sewer management market consists of several stages, each of which contributes to the collection, treatment and disposal of wastewater.

Design and construction of sewer networks: this stage includes the planning of sewer networks, taking into account geographical conformation and hydraulic load. The actors involved are civil ...

3.3 Maintenance: routine and extraordinary

Sewerage maintenance can be divided into two categories: routine and extraordinary. Routine maintenance should be performed periodically and systematically, while extraordinary maintenance is required only in special and non-recurring circumstances. Let's examine how to handle sewer maintenance and which solutions are best suited for each type of operation.

In fact, sewer ...

3.4 Main actors

Below we consider the major players, both public and private, involved in wastewater management, treatment, and distribution, with a specific focus on efficiency and innovation in water infrastructure. Prominent among these companies are names such as Acea, Gruppo Hera, Iren, and A*A, which play a leading role in the provision ...

4.1 The offer

Sewerage systems can be classified primarily according to the type of water they carry and the structure used to manage them. Here is an overview of the main types:

4.2 The prices

Prices for sewer construction vary widely depending on the complexity of the project, the materials used and the geographical location. Here is a general overview:

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4.3 AI and sewerage management

The adoption of artificial intelligence (***) in sewer management is transforming the industry with a focus on automation, efficiency and sustainability. With AI, it is possible to prevent failures before they occur as well as decrease operating costs. Artificial Intelligence enables decisions based on real-time processed data, improving planning and resource ...

5.1 Rules and regulations

European Legislation

Council Directive **/***/EEC of May **, **** on urban wastewater treatment: requires member states to ensure the collection and adequate treatment of urban wastewater. The main objectives are to protect the environment from the harmful effects of the discharge of untreated wastewater. The directive stipulates that urban areas must have wastewater ...

5.2 Zero Pollution Plan

The Zero Pollution Action Plan is a key part of the European Green Deal, the European Commission's initiative to make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by ****. The plan aims to reduce air, water and soil pollution to levels that are no longer considered harmful to human health and the environment. The ...

5.3 Bonuses and Incentives

Incentives for citizens

Water Bonus in Italy: this bonus provides relief for the replacement of old faucets, showerheads, and sanitary fixtures with more efficient systems that contribute to the reduction of drinking water consumption and, therefore, to the lower load on sewer networks. This measure, introduced in ****, offers a reimbursement of ...

6.1 Segmentation

Market leader

Other actors

• Acea S.p.a.
• Gruppo Hera
• Gruppo Hera
• Iren
• A2A
• Gruppo Marazzato