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The pipelay vessel operator market size is estimated to grow by USD 55.4 million, at a CAGR of 3.63% between 2023 and 2028. The market is experiencing significant growth due to the rising demand for oil and gas globally, with increasing exploration and production activities. Another key trend is the increase in automation in the oil and gas industry, leading to the adoption of advanced technologies such as autonomous pipelay systems. Furthermore, the shift towards renewable energy sources is driving the market as pipelay vessels are also used for the installation of offshore wind farms. However, challenges such as high capital investment requirements, stringent regulations, and operational risks persist, which may impact market growth. Despite these challenges, the market is poised for growth due to the increasing demand for energy and the adoption of advanced technologies.
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The market is vital for the offshore oil and gas industry, focusing on pipe laying vessels used for oil platform installation in both shallow water and deep water environments. With increasing oil and gas demand, these vessels are crucial for connecting oil and gas reserves to production facilities. Advanced dynamic positioning systems and anchor systems ensure precise operations. The market's growth is driven by the need for sophisticated positioning system and enhanced engineering and drilling services. The upfront price of these vessels reflects their complexity and capability. The pipe laying vessels market must navigate challenges such as fluctuating power supply and demand, while offering critical support to the oil and gas sector. Overall, the role of pipelay vessels remains central in meeting global energy needs efficiently.
Growth demand for oil and gas globally is the key driver for the growth of the market. The global demand for liquid fuels, primarily driven by offshore oil exploration and the expanding energy needs of developing countries, is projected to continue growing. According to the US Energy Information Administration (US EIA), worldwide consumption of liquid fuels is estimated to reach 1.6 million barrels per day (b/d) by the end of 2024, up from 1.8 million b/d in 2023. The Asia Pacific region, led by China and India, is expected to witness the most significant increase in demand for petroleum products. In the offshore sector, the installation of oil rigs and platforms in deep-water areas and the discovery of new natural gas finds require the deployment of pipe-laying vessels, such as J-lay barges, S-lay barges, and reel barges. These vessels are essential for the transportation and installation of pipelines in both shallow and deep-water environments. The positioning systems, anchor system, and dynamic positioning system used in these vessels ensure their precise location and stability during pipe-laying operations.
The increasing demand for crude oil and natural gas for power generation, city gas distribution, and other applications further fuels the need for these vessels. Fossil fuel investment from various sectors, including the automotive industry, financial institutions, consumer electronics, and biometric systems, contributes to the growth of the market. The market is also influenced by security measures and identity verification systems used in offshore and onshore oil production and offshore oil investigation. Despite the high upfront prices, the market is expected to remain due to the continuous demand for oil and natural gas and the increasing importance of energy security. Hence, such factors are driving the market during the forecast period.
Technological innovations boosting productivity in the market are the primary trend. Pipelay operators are increasingly looking for new technological innovations and technical breakthroughs to boost productivity and profitability as the oilfield services industry faces pricing pressure from oil fields and exploration and production companies. They increase productivity by automating piping processes and equipment, investing in powerful tools and systems, and using a data-driven approach to optimize pipelaying operations.
For example, Heeremas Aegir can contain a stacking tower for J and roll laying. In addition to multi-layer methods, companies are also investing in high-speed precision drilling capabilities such as laser drilling occupation and automatic drilling. These systems are used to clean the seabed for laying pipelines. Therefore, the use of advanced technology in pipeline installation activities will boost the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The high cost associated with the maintenance of pipeline and transportation infrastructure is the challenge that affects the growth of the market. While the long-term benefits of proper maintenance outweigh the costs, end users are reluctant to deploy preventive maintenance solutions due to their high costs. Some of the automation processes also require significant time, causing activities to be on halt, thus resulting in a lack of interest in end-consumers. Because the oil and gas industry is capital-intensive, companies often prefer to deploy new solutions only in the event of a major breakdown, which can lead to significant downtime.
Although maintenance of oil and gas pipelines and transportation poses a challenge due to cost and interoperability issues, market growth is also hampered by a lack of effective skillsets needed to handle new and upgraded technologies. These factors reduce the business opportunities for pipelay operators, which impedes the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The market research report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market research and growth, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth and forecasting strategies.
Customer Landscape
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
Allseas Group SA: The company offers to pipelay vessel operators such as Alegria, Felicity, and Fortress.
The report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The market share growth by the J-lay barges segment will be significant during the forecast period. Pipelay Vessel Operators play a crucial role in the Offshore oil exploration industry, particularly in the installation of oil rigs and platforms in deep-water regions. These operators utilize specialized vessels, such as J-lay barges and S-lay barges, for pipe laying in harsh subsea conditions. J-lay barges employ the J-lay method, where the pipe is vertically submerged, minimizing stress and enabling placement in deeper waters. The J-lay system involves upending and welding multiple pipes, forming a stalk, which is then aligned with the pipe catenary to the seabed. Positioning systems, anchor systems, and dynamic positioning systems ensure precise placement. Natural gas finds in deep waters have expanded the application of pipelay vessel operators in power generation, city gas distribution, and fossil fuel investment.
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The J-lay barges segment shows a gradual increase in the market share of USD 134.00 million in 2018. Additionally, the renewable industries have emerged as new markets for pipelay vessel operators in offshore wind farm projects. The automotive sector, financial institutions, consumer electronics, and biometric systems are among the various industries that rely on oil production and the stability of energy security, further driving the demand for pipelay vessel operators. High oil prices and the drilling occupation's inherent risks necessitate stringent security measures, including identity verification and offshore and onshore safety protocols. Deep-water pipelaying activities require significant upfront investment, making the role of pipelay vessel operators essential in maximizing returns. Hence, such factors are fuelling the growth of this segment during the forecast period.
APAC is estimated to contribute 52% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.
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The market growth in this region is driven by the increase in offshore capital spending and the increase in the number of oil rigs and new oil rig installation projects. Major offshore basins in the region include the South China Sea, India's Krishna Godavari basin, and offshore Myanmar. Increasing energy demand will drive the APAC market as it will lead to raised exploration and production (E&P) activities of oil and gas companies in this region. While the crude oil sector dominates the market in terms of demand, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector will witness a higher growth rate. Furthermore, emerging LNG buyers such as Bangladesh and Pakistan, while Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines are experiencing an increase in LNG trade. Growing demand for oil and gas has led APAC countries to focus on operational efficiency rather than relying on imports. This will drive the oil and gas industry in this region to maximize capacity utilization and improve upstream, midstream, and downstream distribution through improved pipelines. Thus, these factors will drive the growth of the market in APAC during the forecast period.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD million" for the period 2024 to 2028, as well as historical data from 2018 to 2022 for the following segments.
The market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for Offshore oil exploration in deep and shallow waters. Pipelay vessels play a crucial role in installing pipelines for transporting crude oil and natural gas from Offshore oil rigs and platforms. Offshore exploration in the energy sector, particularly in deep-water regions, has led to an increase in the discovery of Natural gas finds. This, in turn, is driving the demand for pipelay vessels for installing pipelines for transportation and distribution. J-lay barges, S-lay barges, and Reel barges are the primary types of pipelay vessels used for installing pipelines in various water depths. Positioning systems, anchor systems, and dynamic positioning systems are essential components of pipelay vessels, ensuring accurate pipeline installation. Energy security is a major concern for many countries, leading to increased investment in the Oil production sector.
In addition, high oil prices and the need for Offshore oil investigation have further boosted the demand for pipelay vessels. The market is not limited to the Oil and Gas industry alone. Pipelay vessels are also used in the Automotive Sector, Financial Institutions, Consumer Electronics, Biometric Systems, and Security Measures industries for various applications. Fossil fuel investment and the need for Power generation, City gas distribution, and Offshore and onshore oil and gas pipelines are other factors contributing to the growth of the market. Deep-water pipelaying is a niche segment of the market, offering significant growth opportunities due to the increasing demand for natural gas and crude oil transportation in deep waters. Offshore activities are expected to remain a key driver of the market in the coming years.
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Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
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Page number |
174 |
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Base year |
2023 |
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Historic period |
2018-2022 |
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Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
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Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 3.63% |
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Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 55.4 million |
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Market structure |
Fragmented |
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YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
3.34 |
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Regional analysis |
APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America |
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Performing market contribution |
APAC at 52% |
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Key countries |
China, India, US, UK, and Saudi Arabia |
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Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
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Key companies profiled |
Allseas Group SA, Boskalis, BOURBON Maritime, CIMIC Group Ltd., Hanwha Corp., Havila Shipping ASA, Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc., Hyundai Heavy Industries Group, John Swire and Sons Ltd., McDermott International Ltd., New DOF ASA, Royal IHC, Saipem S.p.A., Siem Offshore Inc., Subsea 7 SA, TechnipFMC plc, Tidewater Holdings Inc., Uppetrom 1 Mai Manufacturing SRL, and Van Oord nv |
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Market dynamics |
Parent market growth analysis, Market Forecasting, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the market forecast period. |
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Customization purview |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Type
7 Market Segmentation by Application
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints
11 Competitive Landscape
12 Competitive Analysis
13 Appendix
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