Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) Wet Gas Scrubbers Market Global Report 2026

The fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.36 billion in 2025 to $1.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to tightening environmental emission regulations for refineries, increasing industrial pollution control requirements, expansion of oil refining capacity globally, rising awareness of air quality management, growing adoption of sulfur emission reduction technologies.

The fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.01 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stricter carbon emission reduction policies, increasing investments in refinery modernization projects, rising adoption of advanced pollution control systems, growth in sustainable refining operations, expansion of multi pollutant regulatory compliance frameworks. Major trends in the forecast period include deployment of advanced wet gas scrubber systems with high efficiency particulate removal, increasing adoption of multi pollutant control scrubber systems in refinery operations, rising integration of energy efficient scrubbing technologies for emission reduction compliance, expansion of retrofit scrubber installations in aging refinery infrastructure, growing use of hybrid scrubbing systems combining chemical and mechanical filtration methods.

The expansion of refining capacities is expected to drive the growth of the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market going forward. Refining capacity is increasing due to rising global demand for petroleum products, which is prompting refiners to expand existing facilities and add new processing units. As capacity grows, refineries operate FCC units at higher throughput levels, leading to increased emissions of acid gases and particulate matter. FCC wet gas scrubbers play a critical role in controlling these emissions, enabling regulatory compliance and supporting continuous refinery operations. For instance, in June 2024, according to U. S. Energy Information Administration, a US-based government agency, operable atmospheric crude oil distillation capacity in the United States grew by 2% in 2023, adding 324,000 barrels per day. Therefore, the expansion of refining capacities is driving the growth of the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market.

The increasing corporate ESG commitments is expected to propel the growth of the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market going forward. Corporate ESG commitments refer to the pledges and actions taken by companies to integrate environmental, social, and governance principles into their business strategies and operations. Corporate ESG commitments are rising due to increasing pressure from investors who demand greater transparency, responsible practices, and sustainable business operations. These commitments encourage companies to implement FCC wet gas scrubbers to reduce sulfur, nitrogen, and particulate emissions from refining operations, aligning environmental performance with sustainability goals, meeting stakeholder and investor expectations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing corporate reputation in the global push toward cleaner and more responsible industrial practices. For instance, in October 2025, according to Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, an international organization promoting policies to improve economic and social well-being globally, 91% of companies by market capitalization reported sustainability-related information in 2024, up from 86% in 2022, with Europe leading at 98%, followed by Developed Asia-Pacific excluding the United States at 94%, and the United States at 93%. Therefore, the increasing corporate ESG commitments is driving the growth of the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market.

Leading companies operating in the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as advanced wet gas scrubbing technology to reduce emissions and enhance refinery efficiency. Advanced wet gas scrubbing technology, which uses high-efficiency spray towers and chemical absorption to remove sulfur oxides and fine particulates from FCC flue gas, helps refineries reduce emissions and comply with environmental regulations. For example, in December 2025, Babcock & Wilcox was awarded a $40 million contract to deliver advanced wet gas scrubbing technology at a Canadian petroleum refinery. The contracted system will feature high-capacity absorbers with optimized spray towers, corrosion-resistant materials, and integrated process controls to ensure efficient pollutant removal while minimizing energy consumption. This technology is particularly effective in handling high-sulfur feedstocks, offering refineries compliance with stringent environmental regulations and operational cost savings.

Major companies operating in the fluid catalytic cracking (fcc) wet gas scrubbers market are Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., DuPont Clean Technologies, Andritz AG, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft (AG), Hitachi Zosen Corporation, Thermax Limited, Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc., CECO Environmental Corp., Sly Inc., Tri-Mer Corporation, Ducon Technologies Inc., AirPol Inc., Elessent Clean Technologies Inc., KCH Engineered Systems, ExxonMobil, Ducon Infratechnologies Limited, Kimre Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market in 2025. Middle East is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) wet gas scrubbers market consists of sales of wet gas scrubber units, absorber vessels, spray nozzles, mist eliminators, pumps, and control systems. 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.

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