According to the Market Statsville Group (MSG), the Global Membrane Pressure Vessel Market size was valued at USD 766.2 million in 2023, which is expected to reach USD 1,129.4 million by 2033, by exhibiting a a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2033.

A membrane pressure vessel is a container that stores or processes gases, fluids, or substances under high-pressure conditions while also maintaining a definite separation between the contents and the outer surroundings. This vessel has a thin, flexible membrane or barrier that acts as a boundary between the gas or fluid and the external environment. The membrane pressure vessel is manufactured with materials that have high tensile strength and resistance to pressure, such as polymers or metallic alloys. The membrane pressure vessel maintains the safety of contained substances and regulates the pressure of its contents, thereby occupying a wide application in various industrial verticals, including desalination, water treatment, reverse osmosis, and hydraulic systems. The membrane offers selective passage of certain substances while blocking the escape of others, this enables the separation of impurities, concentration of valuable substances, and other procedures as per the requirement. Membrane pressure vessels have a compact design, great efficiency, and versatility in managing high-pressure fluids and gases, thereby enhancing their application in various industrial sectors, where accuracy and safety are the most important requirements. These vessels can also be integrated with systems that require controlled separation and pressure regulation, providing an effective tool for numerous technical and environmental challenges.

The increasing focus on sustainable desalination processes and water treatment is the major driving factor for the membrane pressure vessels market growth. As freshwater resources become insufficient and water quality worsens, upsurged the demand for advanced water purification technologies. The membrane pressure vessels facilitate efficient filtration and desalination in desalination processes and water treatment, thus resolving critical water scarcity problems. Further, the growing energy and petrochemical sectors have driven the demand for membrane pressure vessels. In the energy and petrochemical industry, there was an increasing need for separating and purifying gases, including natural gas and hydrogen, with the rising priority on clean energy sources and stringent environmental regulations. The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries are other industries leading the market demand due to the demand for sterile filtration, for the purity of pharmaceutical products and biopharmaceuticals. The ongoing expansion of the industrial and chemical sectors enhanced the demand for reliable pressure regulation and separation solutions, thereby propelling the demand for membrane pressure vessels market.

While the market is witnessing notable growth, it also faces certain challenges and restraints that can hinder its growth. The membrane pressure vessel systems have high initial investment and require substantial capital expenditure, making it a challenging factor for smaller businesses and emerging economies with limited financial resources. This led to hinder the adoption of the membrane pressure vessel market. The complexity of operational and maintenance requirements with these vessels, as they must be regularly cleaned, monitored, and serviced to maintain their effectiveness and longevity, can further increase operational costs significantly restraining the market demand. The limited skilled professionals and quality control and product consistency are also factors that restrict the market growth. Environmental scrutiny, such as disposal and recycling of membrane materials is a growing concern as it can have long-term environmental implications. On the contrary, the continuous investment and initiatives by various governments across the world are creating a lucrative growth opportunity for the membrane pressure vessel market. For instance:

• In August 2022, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) invested around USD 75 million in critical infrastructure improvements in clean drinking water and sanitary wastewater systems for thousands of rural people in Greenbrier County.
• Also, in October 2022, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Department of State, announced the launch of the 2022-2027 U.S. Global Water Strategy. The Strategy will assist the U.S. government's efforts to advance health, stability, prosperity, and flexibility via improved water resources management and enhanced access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene over the next five years.
• In April 2023, the UK government announced its new plan – the “Plan for Water”, to effectively protect and improve England’s water supplies. The initiative encompasses a consultation that may ban wet wipes containing plastic, causing sewer blockages when flushed down the toilet. The initiative will also raise investment of around £1.6 billion (USD 2.0 billion) for water infrastructure to start between 2023 to 2025.

Thus, the aforementioned initiatives create a positive outlook in the membrane pressure vessel market. The transition toward greener alternatives and surge in clean energy initiatives have upsurged the market’s demand. As the world takes initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and boost renewable energy sources significantly drive the demand for membrane pressure vessel market over the forecast period.

Membrane Pressure Vessel Market Segmental Analysis, 2024-2033

Based on application, the market is divided into desalination, sewage treatment, and others. Among the application segments, desalination accounted for the largest market share in 2023. Desalination is the process that removes salt and impurities from seawater to produce fresh and potable water. The membrane pressure vessels perform reverse osmosis and other filtration techniques in the desalination process. The rising demand for fresh, and clean water sources owing to the ever-increasing population growth and water scarcity across the world, has upsurged the desalination projects significantly increasing demand for the membrane pressure vessel market. Also, the sewage treatment segment is expected to rise with significant growth in the market. With the growing urbanization and industrialization globally, the demand for effective sewage treatment solutions has expanded, resulting in fostering the demand for membrane pressure vessels for efficient filtration and separation processes.

Based on the regions, the global membrane pressure vessel market has been segmented across Europe, North America, the Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific, and South America. North America holds the largest share of around 38% in the global membrane pressure vessel market in 2023. The growing concern for sustainable water management practices in North America is the major driving factor for the market’s growth. As the region faces water scarcity and contamination disputes, there is a heightened demand for water treatment and desalination technologies which significantly drives the market demand. Further, the key market players are taking initiatives or adopting strategic alliances such as product launches, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and many more creating a positive demand for the market. For instance, in July 2022, Pentair plc acquired Manitowoc Ice from Welbilt, Inc. Manitowoc Ice will deliver smart, sustainable water solutions to customers around the world. This acquisition enhances and delivers the total water management solution to an expanded network of channel partners and customers, thereby strengthening Pentair’s brand value in a vast and growing industry.

Report Scope of the Global Membrane Pressure Vessel Market

This market research study categorizes the membrane pressure vessel market-based on type, and application area at the regional and global levels.

By Type Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2019-2033)

• Fiberglass
• Stainless Steel

By Application Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2019-2033)

• Desalination
• Sewage Treatment
• Others

By Region Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2019-2033)

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • France
  • UK
  • Spain
  • Poland
  • Russia
  • The Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Czech Republic
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • Thailand
  • Singapore
  • Australia & New Zealand
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Egypt
  • Rest of MEA

Membrane Pressure Vessel Market Key Players, 2023

The major players operating in the global membrane pressure vessel market are:

• Pentair 
• ROPV 
• BEL Composite Ibérica S.L.
• Wave Cyber
• First Line
• Fivebro
• Protec Arisawa
• frotec
• Hebei Chengda Huamo Technology
• AMI
• Pure Aqua
• Brother
• Changzhou Kangpu