Polyethylene Pipes Market Report 2026

The polyethylene pipes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.35 billion in 2025 to $11.06 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of municipal water distribution networks, replacement of aging metal pipelines, growth of natural gas infrastructure, rising use in agricultural irrigation systems, availability of advanced pipe extrusion technologies.

The polyethylene pipes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart water infrastructure, rising demand for leak-resistant piping systems, expansion of urbanization and construction activities, growing focus on sustainable pipeline materials, increasing adoption in industrial fluid transport. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of hdpe pipes for water infrastructure, rising demand for flexible and corrosion-resistant piping systems, growing use of polyethylene pipes in gas distribution, expansion of large-diameter pipe installations, enhanced focus on long-service-life materials.

The increase in residential construction projects is expected to drive the demand in the polyethylene pipes market moving forward. Residential construction projects encompass the planning, design, and building of housing units for individuals or families. The growth in the polyethylene pipes market supports this rise in residential construction by offering durable and efficient piping solutions crucial for modern infrastructure. For example, in July 2024, the US Census Bureau, a government agency, reported that the value of construction activities increased from $2.01 trillion in May 2023 to $2.14 trillion in May 2024. Thus, the rise in residential construction projects is anticipated to fuel the growth of the polyethylene pipes market.

Leading companies in the polyethylene pipes market are forming strategic partnerships to drive innovation in sustainable and high-performance piping solutions across various industries. These partnerships focus on utilizing post-consumer recycled (PCR) polypropylene, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional materials, to reduce plastic waste and enhance product recyclability. For example, in October 2024, Borouge Pte Ltd, a UAE-based petrochemicals company, partnered with Union Pipes Industry (UPI), a UAE-based plastic pipe manufacturer, in a significant AED 20 million agreement. Through this collaboration, Borouge will supply UPI with 100% PCR polypropylene to manufacture custom pallets for Borouge’s logistics operations. These pallets, made from recycled polypropylene, are expected to last up to three times longer than traditional pallets, offering additional benefits such as improved hygiene by reducing susceptibility to insect infestation and eliminating the need for fumigation.

In November 2024, Fortress Investment Group, a US-based investment management firm, acquired Infra Pipe Solutions for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Fortress aims to expand its presence in the polyethylene pipes sector by integrating IPS’s large-diameter HDPE pipe production capabilities and established customer base in North America. Infra Pipe Solutions Ltd. is a Canada-based manufacturer of small- to large-diameter high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and related infrastructure pipe structures.

Major companies operating in the polyethylene pipes market are Kubota ChemiX Co Ltd., Flying W Plastics Inc., Applied Plastics Co Inc., Wavin B.V., Contech Engineered Solutions, Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., Genuit Group, Pipelife International GmbH, COSMOIND Co Ltd., Cangzhou Mingzhu Plastic Co Ltd., NewAge Industries, WL Plastics Corp., Blue Diamond Industries, Pacific Corrugated Pipe Ltd., Chemtrol Industries Private Limited, Nandi Group, Lane Enterprises Inc., Dura-Line India Pvt Ltd., Tianjin Junxing Pipe Group Co Ltd., Ginde Pipe, Maanshan Goody Plastic Co Ltd., IPEX USA LLC, CertainTeed Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the polyethylene pipes market share in 2025. The regions covered in the polyethylene pipes market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the polyethylene pipes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The polyethylene pipes market consists of sales of low-pressure polyethylene pipe, medium-pressure polyethylene pipe, and gas pipes. 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.

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