Ballast Water Treatment: Technologies and Global Markets

Report Code: MST061C

Publish Date: May 2023

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Water-Membrane and Separations

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Report Highlights

The global market for ballast water treatment technologies is estimated to increase from $79.9 billion in 2022 to reach $385.8 billion by 2027, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37.0% from 2022 through 2027.

Report Includes

  • 33 data tables and 43 additional tables
  • A comprehensive overview and up-to-date analysis of the of the global ballast water treatment equipment industry
  • Analyses of the global market trends, with market revenue (sales figures) for 2021, estimates for 2022, forecasts for 2023, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2027
  • Estimation of the actual market size and revenue forecast for the global ballast water treatment technologies market in USD million values, and its corresponding market share analysis based on the technology type, ship ballast water capacity, vessel type, installation, and region
  • In-depth information (facts and figures) concerning the major factors influencing the progress of this market (benefits, and industry-specific challenges) with respect to specific growth trends, upcoming technologies, prospects, and contributions to the overall market
  • Holistic review of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war on the ballast water treatment equipment industry
  • Analysis of patents covering global patent activity to show technology trends and to identify companies with the largest intellectual property portfolios
  • Deep dive of the number of patents and patent share analysis by technology, assignee or inventor, and country
  • Insight into the recent industry structure for ballast water treatment technologies market, competitive aspects of each product segments, increasing investment on R&D activities, market growth strategies, and company revenue share analysis
  • Updated information on competitive developments, such as joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, new product development, expansions, and research and development (R&D) activities in the global market for ballast water treatment technologies
  • Detailed company profiles of the leading global players, including BioMicrobics Inc., Evoqua Water Tech LLC, Industrie de Nora S.p.A., NK Co. Ltd., JFE Engineering Corp., and Techcross Inc.

Report Scope

The ballast water treatment technologies market is segmented by:

  • Technology type: Electrochlorination, ultraviolet (UV), oxidation, ultrasound, disinfectant and others.
  • Ballast water capacity: More than 5,000, 1,500-5,000 and less than 1,500.
  • Vessel type: Bulk carriers, oil tankers, general cargo, container ships, and others.
  • Installation: Portable and stationary.
  • Region: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC) and the Rest of the World (RoW).

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2021
Forecast period considered 2022-2027
Base year market size $67.3 billion
Market size forecast $385.8 billion
Growth rate CAGR of 37.0% during the forecast period of 2022-2027
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered By Technology Type, Ship Ballast Water Capacity, Vessel Type, Installation, and Region
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW)
Key Market Drivers
  • Impact of Regulations on Industry
  • Vessel Age and Replacement
  • Increase in Maritime Trade
  • Technological Advancements
Companies studied
ALFA LAVALBIO-UV
BIO-MICROBICS INC.ECOCHLOR INC.
EVOQUA WATER TECHNOLOGIES LLCINDUSTRIE DE NORA S.P.A.
JFE ENGINEERING CORP.KURARAY CO. LTD.
MITSUBISHI KAKOKI KAISHA LTD.MIURA CO.
NK COMPANY LTD.OPTIMARIN AS
PANASIA CO. LTD.TECHCROSS LTD.
WARTSILA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The projected market size of the global Ballast Water Treatment market is projected to grow from $67.3 billion in 2021 to $385.8 billion in 2027, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37.0% during the forecast period.
The Ballast Water Treatment market is growing due to the following:
  • Environmental regulatory requirements,
  • Vessel age and replacement,
  • Technological advancements,
  • Increase in maritime trade.
The global market for Ballast Water Treatment market is segmented on the basis of different technologies, ballast water capacity, vessel type and installation.
Electrochlorination segment will dominate the market by the end of 2027.
Key companies in the market include ALFA LAVAL, BIO-UV Group, BioMicrobics Inc., Ecochlor, Kuraray and Techcross, among others.

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Ballast Water Treatment: Technologies and Global Markets162Free
Chapter- 1: Introduction10Free
Chapter- 2: Executive Summary3Free
Chapter- 3: Market Overview6Free
Chapter- 4: Market Dynamics6Free
Chapter- 5: Regulatory Framework21Free
Chapter- 6: Impact Analysis of Macroeconomic Factors1Free
Chapter- 7: Primary Responses2Free
Chapter- 8: Treatment Technologies Overview19Free
Chapter- 9: Cost Overview1Free
Chapter- 10: Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market by Technology Type3Free
Chapter- 11: Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market by Ballast Water Capacity3Free
Chapter- 12: Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market by Ship Type3Free
Chapter- 13: Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market by Installation3Free
Chapter- 14: Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market by Region39Free
Chapter- 15: Patent Analysis5Free
Chapter- 16: Overview of Merchant Vessels Fleet by Vessel Type3Free
Chapter- 17: Competitive Landscape3Free
Chapter- 18: Company Profiles30Free
Chapter- 19: Appendix: Abbreviations1Free

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Report Includes

    Total Number of Tables in this Report: 76

  • Summary Table: Global Market for Ballast Water Treatment Technologies, by Technology Type, Through 2027
  • Table 1: Ballast Water Needs, Vessel Types and Typical Pumping Rates
  • Table 2: Top 10 Most Unwanted Species Carried in Ballast Water
  • Table 3: Adverse Impacts Caused, by Aquatic Nuisance Species
  • Table 4: Status of the IMO Convention, Signatory States and Estimated Number of Ships, by Country, 2022
  • Table 5: BWM Convention Performance Standards
  • Table 6: Schedule for Ballast Water Management Convention, 2017-2024
  • Table 7: Recognized Organizations for Ballast Water Management, 2023
  • Table 8: Implementation Schedule for U.S. Coast Guard-Approved Ballast Water Management Methods
  • Table 9: Regulatory Overview of Other Countries
  • Table 10: Ratifying States, 2022
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Report Includes

  • An overview of the global market for ballast treatment technologies, including solid-liquid separations, with and without coagulation and flocculation; chemical treatment, such as chlorination and ozonation; and physical treatment such as ultraviolet irradiation, gas injection, and ultrasonic processes.
  • Analyses of market trends for four world regions, with data from 2014, 2015, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2020.
  • A presentation of legislative and other drivers by region and a discussion of pending International Maritime Organization regulations.
  • A listing of the categories of seagoing vessels, i.e. cargo ships, cruise ships, ferries, tankers, affected by recent and expected rulings and the types of treatment equipment each will require.
  • A patent analysis that reveals technical developments and firms with leading intellectual property portfolios.
  • A discussion of industry structure.
  • Comprehensive company profiles of key players in the market.

Published - Nov-2013| Analyst - Susan Hanft| Code - MST061A

Report Highlights

The global ballast water treatment equipment market reached nearly $1.4 billion in 2012. This market is expected to grow to nearly $2.1 billion in 2013 and $8.5 billion in 2018 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32.9% for the five-year period 2013 to 2018.

Report Includes

  • An overview of the global market for ballast treatment technologies, including solid-liquid separations, with and without coagulation and flocculation; chemical treatment, such as chlorination and ozonation; and physical treatment such as ultraviolet irradiation, gas injection, and ultrasonic processes
  • Analyses of market trends for four world regions, with data from 2012, estimates for 2013, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) for the five year period, 2013 to 2018
  • A presentation of legislative and other drivers by region and a discussion of pending International Maritime Organization regulations
  • A listing of the categories of seagoing vessels, i.e. cargo ships, cruise ships, ferries, tankers, affected by recent and expected rulings and the types of treatment equipment each will require
  • A patent analysis that reveals technical developments and firms with leading intellectual property portfolios
  • A discussion of industry structure
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