Gas Separation Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Gas Type (Oxygen/Nitrogen Separation, Hydrogen Purification, Carbon Dioxide Removal, Natural Gas Processing, Helium Recovery and Other Gas Types), Equipment (Gas Separation Units, Membrane Modul

Gas Separation Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Gas Type (Oxygen/Nitrogen Separation, Hydrogen Purification, Carbon Dioxide Removal, Natural Gas Processing, Helium Recovery and Other Gas Types), Equipment (Gas Separation Units, Membrane Modules, Adsorption Systems, Cryogenic Equipment, Accessories and Consumables and Other Equipments), Technology, Application, End User and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Gas Separation Market is accounted for $14.40 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $21.51 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period. Gas separation is a basic procedure that includes purifying individual gases or separating gases from gas mixtures. This vital technology is used in many different industries, including healthcare, environmental protection, energy production, and industrial manufacturing. Additionally, diverse approaches, each suited to a particular application, are included in gas separation methods. These include membrane separation, adsorption, distillation, and cryogenic processes.

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Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing manufacturing and industrialization

The market for gas separation is driven by the unrelenting rate of industrialization in developing countries. Industrial gases are necessary for a number of processes in the manufacturing sector, which includes the electronics and automotive industries. Moreover, these gases, mainly nitrogen and oxygen, are essential for welding, assembling electronics, and fabricating metal. Gas separation technologies can meet the growing demand for reliable, high-purity gas supplies as factories and manufacturing facilities grow.

Restraint:

Environmental effects and energy consumption

Numerous methods of gas separation require a lot of energy, particularly distillation and cryogenic separation. Along with raising operating expenses, this high energy use also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, which is in line with sustainability objectives and environmental regulations. However, the industry faces a challenge in balancing the need for reduced environmental impact with the requirement for efficient gas separation.

Opportunity:

Improvements in technology

Gas separation technologies are always evolving, which gives businesses the chance to come up with creative solutions. The efficiency and cost-effectiveness of gas separation systems are being improved through the use of artificial intelligence and automation, better membrane materials, and more effective process designs. Furthermore, these developments support businesses in maintaining their competitiveness while also encouraging the use of more environmentally friendly and effective separation techniques.

Threat:

Alternative Technologies

It is imperative to acknowledge the potential threat posed by emerging technologies and alternative methods of gas separation. Conventional gas separation methods could be challenged by advancements in materials science, process engineering, and energy conservation. Moreover, innovative adsorption materials, cutting-edge membranes, and different separation techniques are a few examples of new techniques that could pose a threat to the market's established players by providing affordable and sustainable solutions.

Covid-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic affected the gas separation market in a number of ways. While lockdowns and economic uncertainty caused production and energy consumption to be curtailed, other sectors, like industrial manufacturing and energy, saw disruptions and decreased demand. Some segments, like medical and healthcare gas supply, experienced heightened demand due to the increased need for medical gases in treating COVID-19 patients. Additionally, some companies faced operational challenges as a result of supply chain disruptions and restrictions on workforce mobility, which also had an impact on the sourcing and maintenance of equipment and materials.

The Natural Gas Processing segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The Natural Gas Processing segment holds the largest share. The separation and purification of gases from raw natural gas, which guarantees that it satisfies the necessary quality standards prior to distribution, characterizes this segment. An essential energy source, natural gas is separated into its valuable components, such as methane, ethane, and propane, and contaminants like carbon dioxide, water vapor, and sulfur compounds are removed. For a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential uses, the safety and quality of the natural gas supply are guaranteed by these procedures.

The Healthcare segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The Segment with the highest CAGR is healthcare, as it is the vital role that gas separation technologies play in ensuring a steady supply of high-purity gases, especially nitrogen and oxygen. Moreover, these gases play a critical role in many medical applications, such as anesthesia, respiratory therapy, and device carrier gas. The global emphasis on patient care and healthcare quality, along with the ongoing development of medical treatments and infrastructure, has led to a steady increase in the demand for gas separation solutions in the healthcare sector.

Region with largest share:

The Asia-Pacific area accounted for the largest share. This was mostly caused by the swift urbanization and industrialization of nations like China and India, which raised the need for industrial gases. Furthermore, the growth of the energy sector, especially in the fields of renewable energy and natural gas processing, also played a significant role in the region's market dominance.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is anticipated to have the highest CAGR. The expansion of downstream industries like petrochemicals and rising investments in the oil and gas sector were the main drivers of this growth. Moreover, the region's rapid growth was facilitated by its emphasis on applying gas separation technologies to the processing of natural gas and increasing the productivity of gas production.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Gas Separation market include Linde plc, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc, Air Liquide S.A., UOP LLC (Honeywell UOP), Parker Hannifin Corporation, AirSep Corporation, Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc., Cryotec Anlagenbau GmbH, Wärtsilä Corporation, Xebec Adsorption Inc., Generon IGS, PCI Gases and IGS CNG Services.

Key Developments:

In July 2023, Linde plc (LIN) announced that it has signed two major agreements in Brazil for the supply of renewable energy. The new agreements are expected to result in an increase of more than 60% in Linde's global active renewable energy.



In June 2023, Honeywell International Inc. HON has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire heads-up-display assets of Swedish aerospace and defense company Saab Technology. The financial terms of the transaction are kept under wraps. The HUD system reduces the workload for pilots, helps them with increased situational awareness and increases flight safety.

In February 2023, Air Liquide and Sasol have signed two Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) with Total Energies and its partner Mulilo for the long-term supply of a total capacity of 260 MW of renewable power to Sasol’s Secunda site, in South Africa, where Air Liquide operates the biggest oxygen production site in the world.

Gas Types Covered:
• Oxygen/Nitrogen Separation
• Hydrogen Purification
• Carbon Dioxide Removal
• Natural Gas Processing
• Helium Recovery
• Other Gas Types



Equipments Covered:
• Gas Separation Units
• Membrane Modules
• Adsorption Systems
• Cryogenic Equipment
• Accessories and Consumables
• Other Equipments

End Users Covered:
• Petroleum and Oil &Gas Refining
• Chemical Processing
• Healthcare
• Food and Beverage
• Environmental Protection
• Energy
• Power Generation
• Pharmaceutical
• Electronics
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments

- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants

- Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, and 2030

- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)

- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations

- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends

- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments

- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements