Thermoplastic Pipe Global Market Report 2024

The thermoplastic pipe market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.04 billion in 2023 to $3.23 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth observed in the historic period was influenced by various factors including shifts in regulatory frameworks, advancements in infrastructure development, fluctuations in global economic conditions, and increasing environmental concerns. These elements collectively contributed to the growth observed during that period.

The thermoplastic pipe market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.1 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. In the projected forecast period, growth is expected to stem from several factors, notably the expansion of the oil and gas industry, a growing adoption of renewable energy sources, increased utilization of thermoplastic pipes, and the enforcement of government regulations ensuring safe transportation of oil and natural gases.

The thermoplastic pipe market witnesses a surge in demand owing to increased needs in the oil and gas sector for corrosion-resistant solutions. Corrosion in pipelines is a significant concern, prompting the adoption of thermoplastics that offer superior resistance and durability. The Association for Materials Protection and Performance estimated the yearly cost of corrosion to be $27 billion in the US oil and gas sector, emphasizing the industry's need for corrosion-resistive solutions.

The thermoplastic pipe market is poised for expansion due to the replacement of aging pipelines. These pipes, known for corrosion resistance and easy installation, address infrastructure challenges while prolonging service life. In the US, nearly 98% of natural gas distribution pipelines were made of plastic or steel by the end of 2022, indicating a significant need for pipeline replacement and thereby driving the thermoplastic pipe market.

Product innovations define a crucial trend propelling the thermoplastic pipe market. Major market players focus on developing advanced thermoplastic pipes featuring attributes such as fire and corrosion resistance, lightweight designs, integrated reinforcement layers, and tailored end-uses to maintain market relevance. GP Piping Systems unveiled Heat-fit in March 2022, a groundbreaking fire-retardant solution tailored for thermoplastic pipes in shipbuilding. This innovation offers a fire-retardant pipe jacket solution catering to various applications in merchant vessels, offshore platforms, and cruise ships, ensuring corrosion-free and lightweight piping systems.

Key players within the thermoplastic pipe market prioritize technological advancements such as reinforced thermoplastic pipe (RTP) technology to revolutionize traditional pipelines. Baker Hughes Company's November 2023 launch of its PythonPipe portfolio exemplifies this strategy. This flexible, non-metallic RTP technology offers faster installation, reduced emissions, and significantly lower costs compared to steel installations. It promises substantial reductions in maintenance, crew requirements, and carbon emissions throughout its lifecycle, appealing to the energy sector seeking sustainable pipeline solutions.

In October 2021 marked TechnipFMC's acquisition of Magma Global, a US-based pioneer in composite pipe technology. The undisclosed acquisition equips TechnipFMC with Magma's technology to fabricate thermoplastic composite pipes (TCP) using polyether ether ketone (PEEK) polymer, known for its exceptional resistance to corrosive substances such as CO2. This acquisition broadens TechnipFMC's capabilities in delivering advanced solutions to the energy industries.

Major companies operating in the thermoplastic pipe market report are Baker Hughes Company, Prysmian Group, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Uponor Corporation, National Oilwell Varco, Inc., TechnipFMC PLC, Wienerberger AG, Georg Fischer Ltd., Mueller Industries, Inc., GF Piping Systems, Inteplast Group, Advanced Drainage Systems Inc., JM Eagle Inc., Shawcor Ltd., Pipelife, IPEX Inc., Pes-Tec Germany, Nibco Inc., Saudi Arabian Amiantit Co, Strohm BV, Aetna Plastics Corp, Pexmart CC, Wavin India Pipes and Fittings Manufacturing Private Limited, Polyplastic, Algriplast, National Material Company, Plasti-Fab Inc., Genova Industries, Corzan Piping Systems, Sioux Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the thermoplastic pipes market share in 2023. The regions covered in the thermoplastic pipe market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the thermoplastic pipe market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary segments are Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipes (RTP) and Thermoplastic Composite Pipes (TCP). These pipes utilize various polymer types such as Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and other polymer variants. They find applications in both Onshore and Offshore operations, serving industries such as Oil and Gas, Water and Wastewater management, Mining and Dredging, Utilities, and Renewable Energy sectors.

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The thermoplastic pipe market consists of sales of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), very-low-density polyethylene (VLDPE), linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), and ultrahigh-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). 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.