Offshore Pipelines

Global Offshore Pipelines Market to Reach US$20.7 Billion by 2030

The global market for Offshore Pipelines estimated at US$15.3 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$20.7 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Oil, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.1% CAGR and reach US$13.9 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Refined Products segment is estimated at 6.1% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$4.1 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 4.9% CAGR

The Offshore Pipelines market in the U.S. is estimated at US$4.1 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$3.3 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 4.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% and 4.3% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.9% CAGR.

Global Offshore Pipelines Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

How Are Offshore Pipelines Facilitating Energy Transportation?

Offshore pipelines play a crucial role in the global energy sector, enabling the safe and efficient transport of oil, natural gas, and refined products from offshore production facilities to onshore processing units and distribution centers. These pipelines are designed to withstand harsh marine environments, high pressure, and temperature fluctuations, ensuring continuous energy flow. Offshore pipelines can be categorized into rigid pipelines, flexible pipelines, and coiled tubing, each tailored to meet specific transportation needs. As offshore exploration and production activities expand, particularly in regions like the North Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and Asia-Pacific, the deployment of offshore pipelines is becoming increasingly vital for meeting global energy demands.

What Are the Key Segments in the Offshore Pipelines Market?

Product types include rigid steel pipelines, flexible pipelines, and coiled tubing. Rigid steel pipelines dominate the market due to their strength and durability, making them suitable for long-distance transport of oil and gas. In terms of diameter, pipelines are classified into small, medium, and large diameter, with large-diameter pipelines preferred for major offshore projects due to their high transport capacity. Key applications encompass oil transportation, natural gas transportation, and refined products distribution, with natural gas pipelines representing a significant share of the market due to the growing demand for LNG exports and imports.

How Are Offshore Pipelines Being Deployed Across Regions?

In North America, offshore pipelines are crucial for transporting oil and gas from deepwater fields in the Gulf of Mexico to onshore refineries and LNG terminals. The region’s extensive pipeline network supports both domestic consumption and export activities. In Europe, offshore pipelines in the North Sea play a vital role in energy transportation, connecting offshore fields to onshore terminals in Norway, the UK, and the Netherlands. In the Asia-Pacific region, offshore pipelines are increasingly being deployed to support growing LNG demand in countries like China, Japan, and South Korea, as well as to connect new offshore gas fields in Australia and Southeast Asia. The Middle East also relies heavily on offshore pipelines to transport oil and gas from offshore production sites in the Arabian Gulf.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth in the Offshore Pipelines Market?

The growth in the Offshore Pipelines market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for oil and natural gas, which has prompted significant investments in offshore exploration and production. The expansion of LNG trade, driven by rising energy needs in Asia-Pacific and Europe, has also boosted demand for offshore gas pipelines. Technological advancements in subsea engineering and pipeline materials have improved the durability and efficiency of offshore pipelines, supporting broader deployment. Regulatory requirements for safe and environmentally sound energy transportation have further driven the need for reliable pipeline infrastructure. Additionally, the discovery of new offshore reserves and the development of deepwater fields are contributing to the expansion of the offshore pipelines market.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Offshore Pipelines market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product (Oil, Refined Products, Gas); Line type (Transport Line, Export Line, Other Line Types); Diameter (Up to 24 Inches, Above 24 Inches)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 34 Featured) -

• Atteris
• Cortez Subsea
• Enbridge Inc.
• Fugro
• John Wood Group PLC
• McDermott
• Penspen
• Petrofac Limited
• Saipem
• Sapura Energy Berhad
• Senaat
• Subsea 7 S.A.
• TechnipFMC Plc
• Wood Group

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