Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#7 In EuropeBusiness
#18 In EuropeEmployees
#15 In EuropeWages
#10 In EuropeThere are strict targets for European countries to meet when it comes to collecting and treating wastewater and managing sewage plants. The EU Urban Wastewater Directive means the threat of court action or fines loom over the heads of governments that don’t have adequate sewage networks and infrastructure. This encourages demand for sewage companies and has supported a steady workflow in recent years.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Sewerage in Belgium
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Berliner Stadtreinigungsbetriebe | 713.3 | 164.5 | 23.1 | |
Hera SpA | 20,936.1 | 675.2 | 3.2 | |
Waternet NV | 1,898.9 | 231.4 | 12.2 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Sewerage industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Sewerage industry in Belgium is €1.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Sewerage in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 211 businesses in the Sewerage industry in Belgium, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Sewerage industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Sewerage industry in Belgium has been growing at a CAGR of 1.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Sewerage industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Sewerage industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Sewerage market in Belgium?
The biggest companies operating in the Sewerage market in Belgium are Berliner Stadtreinigungsbetriebe, Hera SpA and Waternet NV
What does the Sewerage in Belgium include?
Foul-water drainage and Surface water drainage are part of the Sewerage industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Sewerage in Belgium?
The company holding the most market share in Belgium is Berliner Stadtreinigungsbetriebe.
How competitive is the Sewerage industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is low and steady in the Sewerage industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Water Utilities in Belgium
- Waste Management in Belgium
Complementors
- Waste Collection in Belgium
- Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Belgium
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Sewage operators provide wastewater services to a wide network of households and different businesses. Industry firms also operate sewer systems and sewer treatment plants, collecting and transporting any human waste.
Related Terms
SewageSewerageWastewater TreatmentWhat's included in this industry?
Foul-water drainageSurface water drainageRoad drainageCompanies
Berliner StadtreinigungsbetriebeHera SpAWaternet NVIndustry Code
37 - Sewerage in Belgium
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Sewerage in Belgium industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Improved technology like smart metres are reducing household water consumption. Water-saving appliances are reducing how much water households use, causing a decline in demand for sewage operators.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Sewerage in Belgium industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Sewerage in Belgium industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Belgium
- Total Exports into Belgium
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
There are geographical constraints for waste disposal networks. Sewage operators tend to run the sewer and sewerage network in their region and are usually the only providers there. These are often owner-operators or cooperative associations.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Sewerage in Belgium located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 5 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
There are strict regulations for sewage operators to adhere to. The Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive is a key legislation that sets standards for the treatment of urban wastewater. The Water Framework Directive also sets standards for the sustainable use of water resources.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
High labour costs and mounting depreciation expenses weigh on profit. Profit is continuously constrained by investment in sewage plants.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Sewerage in Belgium industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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