22/12/2024
Water Infra Segment Theme-2025
The water system value chain refers to the entire process involved in sourcing, treating, distributing, and managing water resources. It covers industries from water extraction to purification, infrastructure development, and waste management.
This value chain can be broadly divided into three parts: upstream, midstream, and downstream.
Upstream includes water sourcing and infrastructure, such as companies involved in creating pipelines, pumps, and filtration systems.
Midstream covers the treatment of water, where companies focus on purification and desalination technologies.
While the downstream segment includes water distribution, wastewater treatment, and recycling services.
Governments worldwide, including India, are prioritizing water management through projects like the Jal Jeevan Mission, aiming to provide safe drinking water to all households. Additionally, policies around industrial water recycling and reducing water wastage have gained traction, offering growth opportunities for companies in the sector.
Stocks Involved in Water Treatment and Desalination
Water treatment and desalination are crucial processes in the water system value chain. Water treatment involves purifying water from natural sources or wastewater to make it safe for drinking, industrial use, or agricultural needs.
Stocks to Watch : Welspun Enterprises Ltd., VA Tech Wabag Ltd., EMS Ltd., Ion Exchange (India) Ltd., Triveni Engineering and Industries
Stocks Involved in Water Treatment Chemicals
Water treatment chemicals are substances used to treat and purify water, removing impurities and ensuring safe water for consumption and industrial use.
These chemicals include coagulants, flocculants, disinfectants, pH adjusters, and scale inhibitors, among others.
Stocks to Watch : Sicagen India, Chembond Chemicals, Fineotex Chemicals
Stocks Involved in Water Supply Pipes & Pumps
Water supply pipes and pumps are essential components in the distribution of water for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes.
Pipes transport water from treatment plants to end-users, while pumps are used to move water through pipelines, ensuring consistent flow and pressure.
Stocks to Watch : Welspun Corp, Roto Pumps, Shakti Pumps, Kirloskar Brothers Hariom Pipe Industries, Tata Metaliks, WPIL
Stocks Involved in Water Sewerage
Water sewerage refers to the infrastructure and systems used to collect, transport, treat, and dispose of wastewater from homes, businesses, and industries.
It includes underground pipes, pumping stations, treatment plants, and disposal systems that handle both domestic sewage and stormwater.
In India, the water sewerage sector faces significant challenges. Only about 40% of urban India has access to a sewerage network, and even less in rural areas. The government has launched several initiatives like AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) and the National River Conservation Plan to improve this infrastructure.
The sector presents a huge opportunity, with estimates suggesting India needs investments of about Rs 2.5 trillion (tn) to achieve universal sewerage coverage in urban areas by 2030.
Stocks to Watch : NCC, Om Infra, Felix Industries, RPP Infra Projects
Stocks Involved in Hydro Mechanical Components
Hydro-mechanical components are critical in hydropower and irrigation systems, ensuring efficient water management and energy generation. These components include gates, valves, hoists, and penstocks, which regulate water flow, pressure, and storage in dams, canals, and hydropower plants.
Stocks to Watch : Jash Engineering, Texmaco Infrastructure,
Stocks Involved in Ultra-Pure Water & Zero Liquid Discharge
The ultra-pure water and zero liquid discharge industry in India focuses on advanced water purification and wastewater treatment technologies to meet stringent industrial and environmental standards.
UPW is critical for industries like semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and power generation, requiring nearly contaminant-free water.
Stocks to Watch : Thermax, Praj Industries, Taylormade Renewables