Seamless Pipes Global Market Report 2025

The seamless pipes market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $242.3 billion in 2024 to $248.08 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to strong economic growth in emerging markets and increasing government initiatives to support steel and steel products, including seamless pipes.

The seamless pipes market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $301.12 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the growing oil and gas industry, installation of new transmission pipelines, expanding chemical industry and rapid industrialization and growth in manufacturing industries. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on investments in low-emission furnaces, focus on developing new technological solutions, focus on research and development (R&D) facility expansion, focus on mergers and acquisitions and focus on developing new, innovative products.

The forecast of 5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.4% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through disruptions in oil and gas infrastructure projects, as tariffs on high-grade seamless pipes from Italy and Japan drive up costs for drilling and pipeline construction. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The seamless pipes market is anticipated to experience growth driven by the installation of new transmission pipelines. These pipelines, characterized by large-diameter steel pipes, play a crucial role in transporting crude oil from gathering systems to refining, processing, or storage facilities. Operating at high pressure and temperature, transmission pipelines facilitate the movement of natural gas from compressor stations and storage facilities to regulators, contributing to the expansion of the seamless pipes market. In November 2022, the US Energy Information Administration reported the construction of new transmission pipelines covering approximately 3 million miles of mainline, with ongoing efforts to connect natural gas production areas and storage facilities to consumers. The global installation of these pipelines has significantly propelled the seamless pipes market, ensuring the efficient transportation of natural gas to millions of consumers.

The seamless pipes market has also benefited from favorable government initiatives aimed at promoting its growth. Government actions, programs, or policies have encouraged the development and availability of seamless pipes as raw materials for manufacturers. An example of such initiatives is the agreement between France, Spain, and Portugal in October 2022 to construct an underwater pipeline for transporting hydrogen and natural gas. This project, known as the BarMar pipeline, addresses Europe's energy crisis by temporarily transporting natural gas while accommodating green hydrogen and renewable gases. Additionally, in November 2021, the government of Brazil implemented a 10% reduction in import taxes on various steel products, including tubes and pipes, fostering growth in the seamless pipes market. These governmental measures play a pivotal role in driving the seamless pipes market by supporting technological advancements and addressing specific industry needs.

Leading companies in the seamless pipe market are concentrating on product innovations and the development of new technologies, particularly low-carbon emissions technologies, to promote sustainability, minimize environmental impact, and comply with evolving regulatory standards. Low-carbon emissions refer to the significantly reduced release of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere, often achieved through cleaner technologies and renewable energy sources. For example, in July 2023, ArcelorMittal S.A., a multinational steel manufacturing company based in Luxembourg, introduced the first carbon-mission steel tubes. These tubes are produced from XCarb® recycled and renewably sourced steel, manufactured using an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) that relies on high levels of scrap and 100% renewable electricity, thus greatly reducing the carbon footprint compared to conventional steelmaking processes.

Seamless pipes are solid steel pipes that come in sheet or bar form and are shaped into a solid round configuration. Subsequently, they are heated and cast over a form, such as a piercing rod, to generate a hollow tube or shell. These pipes, known for their lightweight nature, offer advantages such as high-temperature resistance, fatigue resistance, and good impact resistance. They find application in scenarios such as the transportation of water or oil, as well as heavy wall tubing applications capable of withstanding high pressure or performing in extreme environments.

The primary categories of seamless pipes encompass hot finished and cold finished varieties. Hot finished seamless pipes are produced by heating a solid billet or bloom and then punching or piercing it to create a hollow structure. Materials used in their manufacture include steel and alloys, copper and alloys, nickel and alloys, magnesium alloys, and other diverse materials. The production process involves continuous mandrel rolling, the mannesmann plug mill process, cross roll piercing, and pilger rolling. Seamless pipes are employed across various industries, including oil and gas, building and construction, power generation, automotive, aviation, and other diverse applications.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the metals and minerals sector, disrupting supply chains for automakers, appliance manufacturers, and infrastructure projects. With reduced competition from imports, domestic mills have increased prices, yet capacity limitations hinder their ability to fully meet demand. At the same time, mining companies are facing challenges from retaliatory tariffs on key mineral exports, especially lithium and rare earth elements. In response, industry participants are ramping up investments in scrap metal recycling, seeking tariff exemptions, and forming joint ventures with international producers to ensure a more reliable supply chain.

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Key players in the seamless pipe market are also focusing on innovations like electric arc furnaces (EAF) to boost efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and enhance the sustainability of their production processes. An electric arc furnace is a type of furnace that uses electric arcs created between graphite electrodes to melt scrap steel or other materials, offering greater energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions compared to traditional blast furnaces. For instance, in August 2024, ArcelorMittal launched XCarb® Precision Steel Tubes. These steel tubes are produced at the Schwarzwälder Röhrenwerk (SRW) in Altensteig, utilizing an electric arc furnace at the Sestao plant in Spain. This method employs 100% renewable electricity and includes at least 75% recycled scrap, resulting in a 72% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional steelmaking techniques.

In July 2022, Tenaris, a Luxembourg-based manufacturer specializing in steel pipes and seamless steel pipes, executed a strategic acquisition of Benteler Steel & Tube Manufacturing for $460 million. This move is poised to significantly augment Tenaris's seamless pipe production capacity and bolster its local manufacturing presence in the US market. Benteler Steel & Tube Manufacturing, the acquired entity, is a US-based producer of seamless steel pipes. This strategic transaction underscores the commitment of major players to advancing their capabilities and expanding their market footprint in the dynamic seamless pipes industry.

Major companies operating in the seamless pipes market include Nippon Steel Corporation, Vallourec SA, Tenaris SA, ArcelorMittal, JFE Holdings, Inc, Sumitomo Corporation, Salzgitter AG, United States Steel Corporation, TATA Steel, Maharashtra Seamless Ltd, Hunan Standard Steel Co., Ltd, Ansteel Group Co., Ltd, Baosteel Trading Co., Ltd, Wuhan Heavy Industry Casting & Forging Co., Ltd, Jiangsu Wujin Stainless Steel Pipe Group Co., Ltd, Jindal Saw Ltd, Sandvik AB, IPP Europe Ltd., Tubos Reunidos S., TMK Group., Zekelman Industries Inc., Zamzam Steel, Santok Steel Corporation, ArcoSteel, AK Steel Holding.

North America was the largest region in the seamless pipes market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the seamless pipes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the seamless pipes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The seamless pipes market consists of sales of billets, chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and manganese. 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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