Hydrogen Pipeline Market by Type, Pipeline Material, Distance, Installation Type

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[190 Pages Report] The Hydrogen Pipeline Market size was estimated at USD 9.90 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 11.42 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 15.66% to reach USD 27.43 billion by 2030.

The market for hydrogen pipelines involves the infrastructure and services related to the transportation of hydrogen gas from production sites to various end-use destinations. Hydrogen pipelines are critical for integrating hydrogen as a key component of the energy transition toward cleaner energy sources. This market includes material provision, pipeline construction, maintenance, and the operation of pipeline networks. Hydrogen pipelines are predominantly used to supply hydrogen to industrial sectors such as oil refining, chemical production, and steel manufacturing. These pipelines are increasingly servicing the energy sector with the growth of fuel cell technology, providing hydrogen to power stations and fueling stations for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The development of the hydrogen pipeline market is influenced by factors such as the increasing demand for clean energy, advancements in hydrogen production technologies, supportive government policies and subsidies, and the growing adoption of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Furthermore, the overall shift toward sustainable energy sources catalyzes the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure. The market for hydrogen pipelines faces constraints such as the high initial infrastructure costs, hydrogen permeation, leaks, technical challenges associated with hydrogen storage and transport, regulatory and safety concerns, and competition from alternative delivery methods, such as trucking. A significant development in technological innovations is helping to reduce the cost of hydrogen pipeline construction and maintenance. The development of pipelines compatible with high-pressure hydrogen, improved leak detection systems, and materials that prevent hydrogen embrittlement can greatly impact the market. Expanding into untapped regional markets and potentially retrofitting the existing pipelines associated with natural gas for hydrogen transport present considerable opportunities.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 9.90 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 11.42 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 27.43 billion
CAGR (%)	15.66%

Regional Insights

The market demand for hydrogen pipelines in the Americas is primarily driven by the push for clean energy transitions and advanced infrastructure in North America, with the United States majorly contributing to technology and policy initiatives. In the Americas, particularly the United States, hydrogen pipelines are largely oriented toward industrial applications such as refining and chemical production. The existing infrastructure predominantly supports grey hydrogen, and there is an increasing demand for green hydrogen to support a zero-emission future. Development efforts for hydrogen pipelines in South America are emerging, with countries such as Brazil and Argentina exhibiting potential due to their large-scale renewable energy resources. Government regulations, public-private partnerships, and investments in hydrogen infrastructure stimulate the market, while challenges such as cost-effectiveness and the need for unified standards persist. Europe presents a robust market demand for hydrogen pipelines, accentuated by stringent regulatory frameworks to reduce carbon emissions and a firm commitment to achieving net-zero targets. The European Union's hydrogen strategy and projects, such as the European Hydrogen Backbone, reflect the region's proactive approach. Market demand is supported by the availability of funding for research and innovation, along with the presence of multinational conglomerates actively investing in the hydrogen value chain. However, the landscape is complex, with varying degrees of market maturity across countries and the need for cross-border collaboration for infrastructure development. The Asia-Pacific region exhibits a dynamic and rapidly evolving market demand for hydrogen pipelines, led by countries such as Japan, China, and South Korea. This demand stems from comprehensive hydrogen programs, including China's commitment to becoming a hydrogen society and Japan's strategic roadmaps to incorporate hydrogen as a key energy carrier. The region benefits from government incentives, technological advancements, and an expanding industrial sector.

Market Insights

Market Dynamics

The market dynamics represent an ever-changing landscape of the Hydrogen Pipeline Market by providing actionable insights into factors, including supply and demand levels. Accounting for these factors helps design strategies, make investments, and formulate developments to capitalize on future opportunities. In addition, these factors assist in avoiding potential pitfalls related to political, geographical, technical, social, and economic conditions, highlighting consumer behaviors and influencing manufacturing costs and purchasing decisions.

Market Drivers
- Growing focus towards decarbonization with increasing initiatives toward clean energy generation
- Expanding utilization of hydrogen across various industries

Market Restraints
- High cost of development of hydrogen pipeline

Market Opportunities
- Growing advancements in the development of hydrogen pipeline
- Government initiatives to expand energy generation through hydrogen

Market Challenges
- Possibilities of hydrogen permeation, leaks, and limited durability of welds

Market Segmentation Analysis
- Type: Increasing demand for mobile pipelines to provide hydrogen supply in remote regions
- Pipeline Material: Plastics and elastomers gaining deployment due to lower weight and potentially lower costs
- Distance: Increasing demand for pipelines over 300km across large-scale utility
- Installation Type: Rising deployment of underground hydrogen pipelines across densely populated or environmentally sensitive areas

Market Disruption Analysis
Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
Pricing Analysis
Technology Analysis
Patent Analysis
Trade Analysis
Regulatory Framework Analysis

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV positioning matrix is essential in evaluating the market positioning of the vendors in the Hydrogen Pipeline Market. This matrix offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining critical metrics related to business strategy and product satisfaction. This in-depth assessment empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success, namely Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The market share analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth assessment of the current state of vendors in the Hydrogen Pipeline Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions, companies are offered a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. These contributions include overall revenue, customer base, and other vital metrics. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With these illustrative details, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Recent Developments

DESFA Awards Corinth Pipeworks a Hydrogen Certified Pipeline in North Greece

Cenergy Holdings has announced that its steel pipes segment, Corinth Pipeworks, has secured a significant contract from DESFA, the Hellenic Gas Transmission System Operator, valued at over EUR 27 million. Under this agreement, Corinth Pipeworks produces and delivers approximately 56km of 30-inch LSAW steel pipes. These pipes are crucial for the construction of the Greek section of the Natural Gas Interconnector Greece-North Macedonia (IGNM), a strategic project that enhances Greece's position as a key energy hub in Southeast Europe. [Published On: 2023-12-05]

Partners Group to Acquire ROSEN Group, a Global Provider of Mission-Critical Inspection Services for Energy Infrastructure Assets

Partners Group has agreed to purchase the globally renowned ROSEN Group, maintaining a substantial stake. ROSEN Group excels in essential inspection and integrity management services for energy transmission pipelines across a network of 25 locations in over 120 countries. Partners Group plans to bolster ROSEN's growth by navigating market tailwinds such as rising regulatory scrutiny and the aging infrastructure of pipelines, particularly in North America and Europe. The company is poised to extend ROSEN's capabilities into emerging areas, including hydrogen pipeline transportation and other related markets, through continued investments in innovation and operational excellence. [Published On: 2023-11-14]

Malaysia & Singapore Firms Partner for Hydrogen Pipeline Project

Gentari Sdn Bhd, in partnership with Singapore's City Energy, has embarked on a pioneering joint feasibility study to examine the prospects of establishing a hydrogen pipeline from Malaysia to Singapore. This strategic alliance reaffirms their commitment to sustainable energy practices and is a testimony to the bilateral cooperation between the neighboring countries. [Published On: 2023-10-27]

Strategy Analysis & Recommendation

The strategic analysis is essential for organizations seeking a solid foothold in the global marketplace. Companies are better positioned to make informed decisions that align with their long-term aspirations by thoroughly evaluating their current standing in the Hydrogen Pipeline Market. This critical assessment involves a thorough analysis of the organization's resources, capabilities, and overall performance to identify its core strengths and areas for improvement.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Hydrogen Pipeline Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Approtium, ArcelorMittal S.A., Cenergy Holdings S.A. by Viohalco S.A., China National Petroleum Corporation, China Petrochemical Corporation, DNV AS, Enbridge Inc., Engie Group, Equinor ASA, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Gassco AS, Georg Fischer Piping Systems Ltd., H2 Clipper, Inc., Hexagon Purus ASA, Howden Group Limited by Chart Industries, Inc., JFE Steel Corporation, John Wood Group PLC, Linde PLC, L'Air Liquide S.A, Mannesmann Line Pipe GmbH by Salzgitter AG, N.V. Nederlandse Gasunie, NovoHydrogen, Nowega GmbH, NPROXX B.V., Open Grid Europe GmbH, Pipelife International GmbH, ROSEN Swiss AG, Smartpipe Technologies, SoluForce B.V., Southern California Gas Company by Sempra Energy, Strohm B.V., Tata Steel Limited, Tenaris S.A., The Pipe Line Development Company, The Williams Companies, Inc., thyssenkrupp AG, TotalEnergies SE, TUV SUD AG, and Welspun Corp Ltd..

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Hydrogen Pipeline Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Type
- Fixed Pipelines
- Mobile Pipelines

Pipeline Material
- Metallic
  - Carbon Steels
  - Stainless Steels

Non-metallic
- Elastomers
- Plastic

Distance
- Over 300 Km
- Upto 300 Km

Installation Type
- Above-ground
- Underground

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

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1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Growing focus towards decarbonization with increasing initiatives toward clean energy generation
  - 5.1.1.2. Expanding utilization of hydrogen across various industries
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. High cost of development of hydrogen pipeline
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Growing advancements in the development of hydrogen pipeline
  - 5.1.3.2. Government initiatives to expand energy generation through hydrogen
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Possibilities of hydrogen permeation, leaks, and limited durability of welds
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Type: Increasing demand for mobile pipelines to provide hydrogen supply in remote regions
- 5.2.2. Pipeline Material: Plastics and elastomers gaining deployment due to lower weight and potentially lower costs
- 5.2.3. Distance: Increasing demand for pipelines over 300km across large-scale utility
- 5.2.4. Installation Type: Rising deployment of underground hydrogen pipelines across densely populated or environmentally sensitive areas
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
- 5.3.1. Increasing hydrogen production and government policies encouraging the adoption of hydrogen in the Americas
- 5.3.2. Expanding hydrogen distribution network with increasing hydrogen production facilities in the Asia-Pacific region
- 5.3.3. Rising government support for the development of cutting-edge hydrogen pipeline network coupled with the robust presence of major players in the EMEA region
5.4. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.5.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.5.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.5.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.5.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.5.5. Industry Rivalry
5.6. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.7. Regulatory Framework Analysis

6. Hydrogen Pipeline Market, by Type

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Fixed Pipelines
6.3. Mobile Pipelines

7. Hydrogen Pipeline Market, by Pipeline Material

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Metallic
7.3. Non-metallic

8. Hydrogen Pipeline Market, by Distance

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Over 300 Km
8.3. Upto 300 Km

9. Hydrogen Pipeline Market, by Installation Type

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Above-ground
9.3. Underground

10. Americas Hydrogen Pipeline Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Argentina
10.3. Brazil
10.4. Canada
10.5. Mexico
10.6. United States

11. Asia-Pacific Hydrogen Pipeline Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Australia
11.3. China
11.4. India
11.5. Indonesia
11.6. Japan
11.7. Malaysia
11.8. Philippines
11.9. Singapore
11.10. South Korea
11.11. Taiwan
11.12. Thailand
11.13. Vietnam

12. Europe, Middle East & Africa Hydrogen Pipeline Market

12.1. Introduction
12.2. Denmark
12.3. Egypt
12.4. Finland
12.5. France
12.6. Germany
12.7. Israel
12.8. Italy
12.9. Netherlands
12.10. Nigeria
12.11. Norway
12.12. Poland
12.13. Qatar
12.14. Russia
12.15. Saudi Arabia
12.16. South Africa
12.17. Spain
12.18. Sweden
12.19. Switzerland
12.20. Turkey
12.21. United Arab Emirates
12.22. United Kingdom

13. Competitive Landscape

13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
13.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
13.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 13.3.1. DESFA Awards Corinth Pipeworks a Hydrogen Certified Pipeline in North Greece
- 13.3.2. Partners Group to Acquire ROSEN Group, a Global Provider of Mission-Critical Inspection Services for Energy Infrastructure Assets
- 13.3.3. Malaysia & Singapore Firms Partner for Hydrogen Pipeline Project
- 13.3.4. NovoHydrogen Raises Funds to Advance Project Pipeline
- 13.3.5. PLIDCO Launches New Line of Hydrogen-Compatible Fittings
- 13.3.6. SoCalGas and ClearSign Collaboration Awarded U.S. Department of Energy Grant to Scale-Up Ultra-Low-NOx Hydrogen-Powered Industrial Burner Prototype
- 13.3.7. Oman Sets Out Plans for H2 Pipeline Network
- 13.3.8. BP PLC, Uniper SE, Gasunie, Nowega, NWO, Salzgitter, and Thyssengas, have Formed a Strategic Alliance to Transform Northwest Germany into a Hydrogen Hub
- 13.3.9. Corinth Pipeworks Wins Pipeline Contract for Renewable Energy Project in North Sea
- 13.3.10. DNV to Launch Phase 2 of Offshore Hydrogen Pipelines Joint Industry Project
- 13.3.11. Linde to Invest USD 1.8 Billion to Supply Clean Hydrogen to OCI's World-Scale Blue Ammonia Project in the U.S. Gulf Coast
- 13.3.12. Thyssengas Acquires RWE Natural Gas Pipeline for Hydrogen Transport
- 13.3.13. RWE and Equinor Plan Norway-Germany Hydrogen Pipeline
- 13.3.14. Air Liquide Completes Hydrogen Pipeline to Germany's Largest Steel Mill
- 13.3.15. H2 Clipper's Newly Patented Pipe-Within-A-Pipe Technology Revolutionizes "Last Mile" Delivery of Pure Hydrogen

14. Competitive Portfolio

14.1. Key Company Profiles
14.2. Key Product Portfolio