Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Switzerland compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Switzerland
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#20 In EuropeBusiness
#24 In EuropeEmployees
#29 In EuropeWages
#22 In EuropeRevenue in the Water Utilities industry is anticipated to contract at a compound annual rate of 3.1% over the five years through 2024 to €105.9 billion, including a projected 3.5% dip in 2024. Revenue generated by water utilities is largely determined by the water supply needs of commercial, residential and public customers, which are dictated by weather conditions and production volumes. With customers across Europe striving to consume less water and using smart meters to track water use, revenue is edging downwards. A sizeable drop in revenue in the two years through 2021 can be attributed to the COVID-19 outbreak hitting manufacturers’ production and leading to a decline in demand for water suppliers. Extreme weather and high inflation levels have pushed up operating costs, constraining profit growth. At the same time, sales of water are being supported by rising temperatures, making drought conditions more frequent. Farmers are leaning more on water supplies for irrigation, while an expanding European population is driving up private water consumption.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Water Utilities in Switzerland
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Veolia Environnement SA | 44,321.4 | 2,603.4 | 5.9 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland in 2024?
The market size of the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland is €654.3m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry in 2024?
There are 100 businesses in the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland has been growing at a CAGR of 3.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Water Utilities market in Switzerland?
The biggest company operating in the Water Utilities market in Switzerland is Veolia Environnement SA
What does the Water Utilities in Switzerland include?
Treated water distribution and Water treatment are part of the Water Utilities industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Water Utilities in Switzerland?
The company holding the most market share in Switzerland is Veolia Environnement SA.
How competitive is the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Water Utilities industry in Switzerland.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Electric Utilities in Switzerland
Complementors
- Waste Collection in Switzerland
- Material Recovery in Switzerland
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Water utility companies collect, treat and distribute water to domestic and industrial customers. They operate irrigation canals.
Related Terms
DRINKING WATERREMUNICIPALISATIONWASTEWATERWhat's included in this industry?
Treated water distributionWater treatmentWater collectionRaw water distributionCompanies
Veolia Environnement SAIndustry Code
36 - Water collection, treatment and supply in Switzerland
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- 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 Water Utilities in Switzerland industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Meters make it easier to monitor water consumption. Environmental awareness has ticked up across Europe. Customers with smart water meters often use them to limit their water usage, while utility companies get help with billing customers more accurately.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Switzerland
- Total Exports into Switzerland
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
Regional monopolies mean there’s limited price competition. The industry’s dominated by strictly regulated regional monopolies. Prices are predetermined and water utilities have to provide the best possible service to customers.
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 Water Utilities in Switzerland located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 1 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The Drinking Water Directive regulates water companies in the EU. Other European countries also face strict regulations. Regulations relate to the quality and monitoring of drinking water and the responsibilities of water suppliers.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Water Utilities in Switzerland industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Depreciation costs escalate as water companies spend more on infrastructure. Companies are pouring funds into plants, water pumps and wastewater treatment facilities to optimise the production process.
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 Water Utilities in Switzerland 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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