Microbiological Testing of Water Market Report 2026

The microbiological testing of water market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.08 billion in 2025 to $2.26 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising waterborne disease concerns, increasing regulatory water safety standards, growing urban water treatment needs, expansion of industrial water monitoring, rising environmental awareness.

The microbiological testing of water market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.21 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for high quality drinking water, rising industrial safety compliance, expanding testing infrastructure, growing focus on microbial risk detection, rising public health monitoring initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing focus on water safety and quality monitoring, growing use of advanced microbial detection techniques, rising demand for rapid contamination identification solutions, expanding application in drinking and industrial water testing, increasing emphasis on public health protection.

The rising incidence of waterborne diseases is anticipated to drive the growth of the microbiological testing of water market in the coming years. Waterborne diseases are illnesses caused by microscopic organisms that are ingested through contaminated water or transmitted through contact with fecal matter. The increase in such diseases has intensified the need for more frequent microbiological testing of water sources to ensure the availability of water that is safe for human consumption. For example, in March 2024, according to Action Against Hunger, a US-based humanitarian organization, cholera - a waterborne disease - was diagnosed every 45 seconds globally in 2023, resulting in more than 4,000 deaths, primarily among populations living in overcrowded and unhygienic conditions with limited access to clean water. As a result, the growing prevalence of waterborne diseases is fueling the expansion of the microbiological testing of water market.

Key companies operating in the microbiological testing of water market are concentrating on product development and new launches, including advanced testing solutions, to maintain their competitive position. Cutting-edge testing solutions refer to the latest technological innovations designed to improve testing speed, accuracy, and operational efficiency. For instance, in November 2023, Bluephage, a Spain-based biotechnology company, introduced the ENUMERA Rapid Quantitative Kit BPF-SE, an advanced testing solution developed to detect fecal and viral indicators in water. This innovative kit is intended for use by municipal water utilities, food and beverage producers, and water treatment facilities, offering precise tools to protect public health by quantifying somatic coliphages at 1 PFU per 100 mL. The solution simplifies detection through its ready-to-use Free-Agar technology, delivering high sensitivity and specificity while eliminating the need for overnight plating and manual reading. The process requires only 20 minutes of hands-on time, and results can be uploaded to the cloud through the Bluephage App, enabling near real-time monitoring in a fully digital format. This product represents a significant advancement in water testing by combining speed, accuracy, and efficiency to enhance public health protection.

In July 2023, Solenis, a US-based specialty chemicals manufacturer serving water-intensive industries, acquired Diversey Holdings Ltd. for $4.6 billion. Through this acquisition, Solenis aimed to expand its global presence and diversify its product and service portfolio by integrating Diversey’s complementary offerings in hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions. This strategic move created a comprehensive, global platform for water management, cleaning, and hygiene solutions. Diversey Holdings Ltd. is a US-based provider of hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning products, services, and technologies, delivering integrated solutions that combine chemicals, equipment, and digital capabilities across multiple industries.

Major companies operating in the microbiological testing of water market report are IDEXX Laboratories Inc, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, 3M, Agilent Technologies Inc, PerkinElmer Inc, Shimadzu Corporation, Hardy Diagnostics, LaMotte Company, LuminUltra Technologies Ltd, Aquagenx, bNovate Technologies, NanoAffix Science LLC, Pace Analytical, Gibraltar Laboratories Inc, Nelson Laboratories, SGS Life Science Services, Accepta, Andersen Caledonia, Biotest Laboratories.

North America was the largest region in the microbiological testing of water market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the microbiological testing of water market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the microbiological testing of water market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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