Escalating global water scarcity concerns and the expanding deployment of desalination plants to meet freshwater demand are expected to drive market expansion shortly at a CAGR of 6.60% during the forecast period 2023 to 2032

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Water Desalination Pumps Market” that contains information from 2018 to 2032. The Water Desalination Pumps Market is estimated to register a CAGR of 6.60% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2032.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the global Water Desalination Pumps Market— Ebara, Flowserve, GRUNDFOS Holding, Henan Province Xixia Automobile Water Pump, ITT, IWAKI, Idex, KSB, Kirloskar Brothers, PROCON s, PSG Dover, Pentair, SPX, Shanghai Kai Quan Pump, Sulzer Ltd., Torishima Pump, Watson-Marlow, Wilo, Xylem

Market Highlights

The global Water Desalination Pumps Market is accounted to register a CAGR of 6.60% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 0.91 billion by 2032.

Water desalination pump manufacturers are intensifying their investments in desalination plants due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient equipment to address the growing water needs. The growing demand for reverse osmosis methods is a key factor propelling the market for water desalination pumps.

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Segment Analysis

The global Water Desalination Pumps Market has been segmented based on the Type, and Application.

Based on the Type, the market is segmented into Centrifugal Pumps, Positive Displacement Pumps, and Others. The centrifugal pumps segment was attributed to holding the largest market share in 2022.  Centrifugal pumps are recognized for their superior efficiency and reliability, making them a favored choice in water desalination plants. These pumps excel in efficiently managing large volumes of water over extended periods, thereby significantly enhancing the overall effectiveness of desalination processes.

Based on the Application, the Water Desalination Pumps Market has been segmented into Water & Wastewater Treatment, Oil & Gas, Power, and Others. The water & wastewater treatment segment was expected to hold the largest market share in 2022. The escalating demands associated with population growth, urban development, and industrial expansion are fueling a heightened need for freshwater resources. This surge in demand is further exacerbated by water scarcity challenges in diverse regions, necessitating the adoption of efficient water treatment and desalination solutions. The imperative for water treatment gains prominence as contamination of freshwater sources with pollutants underscores the criticality of ensuring a secure and clean supply of drinking water. In this context, wastewater treatment emerges as an essential practice, playing a pivotal role in mitigating environmental impacts and safeguarding precious water resources.

Regional Analysis

The global Water Desalination Pumps Market, based on region, has been divided into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World. North America consists of the US and Canada. The Europe Water Desalination Pumps Market comprises Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Europe. The Water Desalination Pumps Market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Rest of the World Water Desalination Pumps Market comprises of Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

The largest market share for the Water Desalination Pumps Market was maintained by the North American regional sector. In select North American regions, particularly in the western United States, recurring droughts and water scarcity present ongoing challenges. Notably, as per Water.org's 2021-22 report, approximately 771 million people, or 1 in 10 individuals globally, lack access to safe water. This staggering statistic is nearly 1.5 times the population of the United States, emphasizing a critical gap in household water connections. Recognized as the fifth global risk with significant societal impact by the World Economic Forum in January 2021, the water crisis underscores the imperative for alternative water sources, with desalination emerging as a strategic solution. This confluence of environmental concerns and global risk recognition positions desalination as a pertinent focus within the business landscape, responding to a crucial need for sustainable water management solutions.

Moreover, the Europe market has been persistently growing over the forecast period. Selected regions in Europe, particularly in Southern Europe, are grappling with water stress induced by climate change and population growth. Notably, 29% of the European Union (EU) territory experienced water scarcity during at least one season in 2019, despite a 15% decline in water abstraction across the EU between 2000 and 2019. In response to this pressing challenge, the imperative for alternative water sources has surged, positioning desalination as a viable and strategic solution within the business context. This underscores the market opportunity for innovative water management solutions to address the escalating demand for sustainable water resources in water-stressed regions.

The Asia Pacific region is undergoing substantial population growth and a consequential surge in urbanization, constituting a prominent megatrend in the business landscape. Notably, over half of the global urban population, surpassing 2.2 billion individuals, resides in Asia. Projections indicate a 50% increase in the urban population in Asia by 2050, translating to an additional 1.2 billion people. This demographic shift, marked by burgeoning populations and expanding urban development, amplifies water consumption, thereby intensifying the demand for alternative water sources, with desalination emerging as a strategic solution within the business context. This underscores a pivotal market opportunity for innovative water management solutions to cater to the evolving demands of urbanized and growing populations in the Asia Pacific region.

Furthermore, the rest of the world's Water Desalination Pumps Market is divided into the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Many countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America face acute water scarcity challenges due to arid climates, population growth, and limited freshwater resources. Desalination becomes a crucial technology to address these challenges by providing an additional source of freshwater.

Key Findings of the Study

• The Global Water Desalination Pumps Market is expected to reach USD 0.91 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 6.60% during the forecast period.


• The Asia-Pacific region accounted for the fastest-growing global market because Coastal areas in the Asia-Pacific are often hubs for tourism and economic activities. Desalination plants, utilizing pumps, are commonly established in these regions to provide a sustainable and independent water supply.


• Based on type, the centrifugal pumps segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2022, with an approximate market share of 55–60%.


• Ebara, Flowserve, GRUNDFOS Holding, Henan Province Xixia Automobile Water Pump, ITT, IWAKI, Idex, KSB, Kirloskar Brothers, PROCON s, PSG Dover, Pentair, SPX, Shanghai Kai Quan Pump, Sulzer Ltd., Torishima Pump, Watson-Marlow, Wilo, Xylem