13/07/2026.- Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE) has published the Industry Report 2026, offering an up-to-date overview of the European natural mineral and spring water sector.
The report brings together the latest data and insights on the sector’s economic footprint, environmental performance and contribution to public health. It also highlights the sector’s continued commitment to protecting natural water resources, advancing circular packaging solutions and supporting local communities across Europe.
Among the key topics covered are:
- The role of natural mineral and spring water in healthy hydration.
- The economic contribution of the sector, which supports almost 100,000 direct jobs across Europe through more than 900 production sites.
- Progress on environmental sustainability, including biodiversity protection, water stewardship, resource efficiency and climate action.
- The sector’s contribution to the circular economy and packaging innovation.
The publication also showcases NMWE’s collective initiatives and commitments, demonstrating how producers across Europe are working together to address shared challenges while preserving the unique characteristics of natural mineral and spring waters.
Read the Industry Report 2026 here.