- In June 2024, Namibia's national water utility, NamWater, announced the development of a large-scale seawater desalination plant near Wlotzkasbaken in the Erongo Region. The facility, estimated to cost NAD 3.5 billion (approximately USD 191 million), aims to address severe water scarcity in central Namibia. Utilizing reverse osmosis and advanced filtration technologies, the plant is expected to produce up to 30 million cubic meters of potable water annually upon completion in 2027.
- Saudi Arabia-based ACWA Power is significantly expanding its desalination portfolio across the Middle East. In 2023, the company secured a $914 million contract to develop the first phase of the Hassyan Independent Water Project (IWP) in Dubai, UAE. This reverse osmosis plant, partially powered by solar energy, will have a capacity of 818,280 cubic meters per day and is set to become one of the world's largest desalination facilities.
- UAE has been increasing spending on technological innovations, including the integration of renewable energy sources like solar power into desalination processes, which is aligning with its Water Security Strategy 2036. These advancements aim to enhance efficiency and meet the rising demand for potable water driven by urbanization and population growth
- The Middle East and Africa industrial filtration market is experiencing a shift towards advanced filtration technologies, including nanofiber membranes and electrostatic precipitators. These innovations offer higher efficiency and adaptability across various industrial applications. Countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are leading this transformation, driven by robust industrial growth and stringent environmental regulations.
