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Gas Distribution in the UK - Industry Market Research Report

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  • 39 Pages
  • July 2023
  • Region: United Kingdom
  • IBISWorld
  • ID: 4061682

Rising fuel poverty: Soaring gas prices are limiting consumption, constraining revenue

The industry comprises eight Gas Distribution Networks (GDNs) across Great Britain, owned by four companies operating regional monopolies. Gas distributors are heavily regulated through price control frameworks set by Ofgem in the UK and NIAUR in Northern Ireland to protect consumers. The industry was restructured in 2005 when National Grid sold four of its eight regional distribution networks. Scotia Gas Networks acquired two GDNs, while Northern Gas Networks and Wales & West Utilities acquired one. Independent Gas Transporters have carried out approximately half of the new gas connections and modifications since 2005. Over the five years through 2023-24, gas distributors' revenue is forecast to swell at a compound annual rate of 3.7% to reach £6.2 billion.

Firms in this industry operate the low-pressure gas distribution mains that carry gas from high-pressure transmission pipelines to end users.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.


Table of Contents

ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY
  • Industry Definition
  • Main Activities
  • Similar Industries
  • Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Executive Summary
  • Key External Drivers
  • Current Performance
  • Industry Outlook
  • Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
  • Supply Chain
  • Products & Services
  • Demand Determinants
  • Major Markets
  • International Trade
  • Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Market Share Concentration
  • Key Success Factors
  • Cost Structure Benchmarks
  • Basis of Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
  • Capital Intensity
  • Technology & Systems
  • Revenue Volatility
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
  • Industry Data
  • Annual Change
  • Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Northern Gas Networks Ltd
  • Scotia Gas Networks Ltd
  • Wales & West Utilities Limited
  • Cadent Gas Ltd

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