Mooring Systems Global Market Report 2024

The mooring systems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.81 billion in 2023 to $1.9 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to the expansion of offshore exploration, development in renewable energy, the entry of new players into the market, global economic cycles, and increasing environmental awareness.

The mooring systems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.34 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the demand for offshore energy, the global transition in energy sources, infrastructure development, market competition, and environmental considerations. Key trends expected during this period include deepwater exploration, advancements in floating renewable energy, technological innovations, and compliance with environmental regulations.

The anticipated surge in offshore oil and gas exploration and production is expected to significantly boost the mooring systems market. Exploration and production activities in offshore fields involve the identification of potential locations for oil and gas extraction. In the offshore industry, the development of robust mooring systems is crucial, especially when conducting installations in challenging deep-water environments. These systems play a vital role in securing offshore oil and gas installations against the impacts of waves, water currents, and wind. As evidenced by a May 2021 report from the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, India), there was a notable 15.5% increase in petroleum product production compared to the preceding month's 30.9% surge in April 2021. This data underscores the correlation between the rise in offshore oil and gas exploration and production and the growth of the mooring systems market.

The growing popularity of cruises is poised to drive the expansion of the mooring system market in the foreseeable future. Cruises, defined as vacations or journeys on cruise ships or liners, are large passenger vessels designed to provide a distinctive and enjoyable means of exploring diverse destinations. Mooring systems play a crucial role in safely anchoring cruise ships at ports and terminals. These systems, comprising a combination of ropes, lines, winches, and bollards, secure the vessel to the dock, preventing excessive movement and ensuring passenger safety during embarkation and disembarkation. As exemplified by data from April 2023, reported by the Cruise Lines International Association, a US-based trade association, the number of cruises taken by British and Irish holidaymakers surged to approximately 1.7 million, a substantial increase from the previous year's 479,000. This notable uptick underscores the correlation between the rising demand for cruises and the flourishing growth of the mooring system market.

Prominent players in the mooring system market are strategically concentrating on the introduction of advanced solutions, including automatic actuation systems, to gain a competitive advantage. Automatic actuation systems, integral components of machinery, generate controlled force, torque, or displacement in response to electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic input. In April 2022, Gall Thomson, a UK-based oil field equipment company, unveiled PODx. This emergency mooring release system is tailored for diverse offshore applications such as FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) vessels and anchor handling vessels. PODx is engineered to swiftly and safely release mooring hawser chains under full tension, mitigating the risk of personnel injury and equipment damage. The system utilizes automatic actuation systems featuring release bolt technology, facilitating the automatic separation of mooring lines at a predetermined parting point.

Key players in the mooring system market are actively engaging in strategic partnerships as a focal point for gaining a competitive advantage. Strategic partnerships involve collaborative alliances between two or more organizations, with the shared objective of realizing mutual benefits and pursuing common goals. A notable example occurred in June 2023 when Seaflex, a Sweden-based provider of elastic mooring solutions, entered into a partnership with Blue Parameters, a UK-based environmental and sustainability firm. This collaboration aims to integrate Seaflex's elastic mooring component into the Mermaid K mooring system, representing a significant advancement in Advanced Sustainable Mooring Systems. The partnership underscores the growing significance and emphasis on long-term sustainability within the marine environment.

In May 2021, Delmar Systems Inc., a mooring service provider based in the United States serving the offshore oil and gas industry, completed the acquisition of Vryhof for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move enabled Delmar Systems Inc. to augment its mooring product portfolio, thereby strengthening its global presence. Vryhof, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a specialized company renowned for its expertise in designing and manufacturing mooring equipment. The acquisition has positioned Delmar Systems Inc. to leverage Vryhof's capabilities and expand its offerings in the offshore industry on a broader international scale.

Major companies operating in the mooring systems market report are FMC Technologies, National Oilwell Varco, Timm AS, Cargotec Corporation, SBM Offshore, Trellborg India Private Limited, BW Offshore Limited, MacGregor, Lamprell ENERGY LIMITED, Usha Martin Limited, BMT Group Ltd., InterMoor, Cavotec S.A., Delmar Systems Inc., Lankhorst Ropes, Grup Servicii Petroliere, Oil Companies International Marine Forum, Bluewater Holding BV, Alfred Cheyne Engineering, Cortland Limited, Viking SeaTech, Offspring International Limited, Maritime International, Balltec Limited, First Marine International, Balmoral Group, Mampaey Offshore Industries, Timberland Equipment, Mooring System Inc., Rigzone Mooring Systems, Vryhof, Wilhelmsen, Wärtsilä, Bridon-Bekaert, TEHO Ropes, Jiangsu Jinguang Industrial Group Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the mooring market share in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the mooring systems market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mooring systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary types of mooring systems include taut leg, spread mooring, semi-taut, dynamic positioning, catenary, and single-point mooring. A taut leg system involves pre-tensioned mooring lines, with the mooring line terminated at an angle at the seabed through the taut leg mechanism. Typically set at an angle of 30 to 45 degrees, this system is particularly employed in deep-water environments and facilitates load sharing among adjacent mooring lines. Various anchorage options, such as drag embedment anchors (DEA), vertical load anchors (VLA), and suction anchors, are utilized, accommodating both shallow and deep-water applications. This mooring approach finds application in diverse maritime structures, including floating production storage and offloading (FPSO), tension leg platform (TLP), spar semi-submersible, and floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) installations.

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The mooring system market consists of sales of mooring lines, fenders, wire rope, fiber rope, and chain. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.