The global marine lubricants market size is expected to reach USD 10.27 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.2% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing concerns regarding oceanic pollution caused by improper engine function and subsequent demand for fuel-efficient engines are estimated to trigger the growth of the market.
Marine lubricants are widely utilized in the shipping industry to help protect engines and equipment as well as enhance efficiency. These are essential high-performance additives for engines, specially designed to enable optimal performance in marine operations.
Growth in international trade, removal of trade barriers being the principal reason, is encouraging developing countries to concentrate more on the improvement of their infrastructure, such as roads, airports, and seaports, which play a vital role in the development of the economy. Product storage, along with the capacity to move large shipments, has placed the shipping industry in a very advantageous position.
Global shipping majors, just like other segments of the conventional transport industry, are increasingly getting integrated with emerging global logistics and supply chain activities, owing to both external and internal dynamics. These factors have aided industry participants in substantially consolidating their market position and supplementing their ocean freight income, subsequently stoking the demand for marine lubricants.
Engine oils dominated the market over 46.0% volume share in 2022. These products are widely used in high, medium, and slow speed marine engines to extend service life and protect interior components from high temperatures & pressure. Some lubricants even offer additive protection against crankcases, camshaft areas, under-crowns, and ring belts.
Other products such as refrigeration compressor oils are specifically formulated to perform in extreme temperature environments and consist of HFC, CFC, and ozone-friendly refrigerants. These lubricants significantly prevent congealing on valves.
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Hydraulic oils are anticipated to emerge as the fastest-growing segment over the forecast period. These are used for extending pump life under severe conditions, maintain cleanliness, and reliable air release filterability. Lubricants are also utilized in gear oil for the protection of high horsepower marine engines. The product is fortified with anti-foaming agents, which prevents cavitation at high RPM’s.
North America is projected to remain a prominent regional market, registering a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period. The growth of the region can be attributed to rally of the marine sector.
Asia Pacific is likely to remain the fastest-growing region with a 4.6% CAGR from 2023 to 2030. Some of the factors contributing to the growth of APAC are increasing number of ports, surging trade activities with the U.S. and other developed economies, and rapidly expanding shipbuilding sector.
Major industry participants are increasingly engaging in R&D, strategic collaborations, new product launches, and other strategies in order to consolidate their positions in the market.
Grand View Research has segmented the global marine lubricants market on the basis of product, and region.
Marine Lubricants Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
Engine oil
Hydraulic oil
Gear oil
Turbine oil
Greases
Others (Compressor Oil, Refrigeration Oil, Heat Transfer Oil)
Marine Lubricants Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
UK
Switzerland
France
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
Oceania
Kyrgyzstan
Central & South America
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Colombia
Middle East & Africa
Iran
Oman
UAE
Qatar
Kuwait
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Angola
Nigeria
List of Key Players in the Marine Lubricants Market
Bel-Ray Co. Inc.
Quaker Chemical Corp.
Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG
Blaser Swisslube AG
Repsol
Kluber Lubrication
Pennzoil
Phillips 66
PetroChina Co. Ltd.
JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corp.
Petrobras
PetroFer Chemie
Buhmwoo Chemical Ind. Co. Ltd.
Innospec
Gulf Oil International
UniMarine Inc.
Quepet Lubricants LLC
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