Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2026-01-28 01:17Core Insights - The Chinese urban water supply industry is entering a mature phase, with total water supply expected to reach 704.88 billion tons in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 2.52% [1][13]. Industry Overview - Urban water supply is a vital municipal infrastructure system consisting of water source extraction facilities, water treatment plants, and distribution networks, adhering to principles of water source development and conservation [3]. - The industry is closely linked to urbanization, with the urbanization rate in China increasing from 58.52% in 2017 to 67% in 2024, driving demand for both domestic and industrial water [8]. Supply Scale - The total length of urban water supply pipelines in China has grown from 710,200 kilometers in 2015 to 1,199,500 kilometers in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 6% [9][10]. - The comprehensive production capacity of urban water supply is projected to be 34.418 million cubic meters per day in 2024, with a utilization rate of 56.11%, an increase of 0.08 percentage points year-on-year [11][12]. Demand Scale - The urban water user population in China increased from 451 million in 2015 to 564 million in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.85%. However, it is expected to slightly decline to 564 million in 2024 [15]. Competitive Landscape - The urban water supply industry features a diversified competitive landscape characterized by state-owned dominance, the rise of private enterprises, and foreign investment penetration. Major players include Beijing Enterprises Water Group, Beijing Capital Eco-Environmental Protection Group, and others [16][17]. Development Trends - The industry is shifting from a focus on quantity expansion to ensuring quality and safety in water supply, emphasizing comprehensive water quality monitoring and risk management [18]. - Business models are evolving from traditional water supply to integrated water service providers, offering a range of value-added services [19]. - Value creation is transitioning from cost control to leveraging data assets and smart operations, utilizing IoT and AI for enhanced efficiency and decision-making [20].