Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
The Water Collection, Treatment & Supply industry is flowing along at a moderate speed, with revenue growth estimated at 3.8% per annum over the five years through 2011-12. Industry revenue is expected to grow 2.2% in 2011-12 to total £12.3 billion, with domestic demand recovering slightly from the recession. Nonetheless, water service utility companies will remain cautious over water supplies. Over the past five years, the industry experienced volatile conditions, with demand surging during a construction boom and weakening during the recession. Prices are relatively fixed for industry operators, as regulation in the industry is high and services offered by all operators are near identical... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Products Chapter
Water companies collect, treat and supply water to their clients, including households and businesses. All industry operators provide the same service, with the main difference being in the quality of the product. IBISWorld separates the supply of water into two main categories: drinking and industrial water. Drinking water is usually supplied to households and businesses that have bathroom and kitchen facilities. Industrial water is used in production, irrigation, pools and all other water usage that is not intended for drinking. The difference in the quality of water can be substantial. However, drinking water quality needs to meet the same standards in all parts of the country, with water quality heavily regulated... purchase to read more