LNG Storage Tank Market Forecast & Analysis | 2023-2028

Market Insights

The LNG storage tank market size was valued at USD 14.54 billion in 2022 and is forecast to grow to USD 21.76 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.89% during 2023-2028.

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What is LNG storage?

LNG storage refers to the storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG), which is a form of natural gas that has been cooled to extremely low temperatures to convert it into a liquid state. Natural gas is primarily composed of methane, and when it is liquefied, it becomes more compact, making it easier and more economical to transport and store.

Market Dynamics

Surge in Demand: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand surged to 360 million tons in 2020, despite the COVID-19 pandemic's global lockdowns. The market's growth, including new proposals for production and receiving facilities and increased LNG shipbuilding, suggests its significant role in the future global energy market.

Alternative to Various Fuels: Vessel owners are increasingly considering LNG as a replacement fuel for marine diesel and heavy fuel oil, driven by increased demand in industries like power, fertilizer, and petrochemicals. This demand is expected to boost LNG carriers' market growth.

Growing Population and Industrial: The increasing population growth and industrial growth have increased the demand for LNG, which is expected to be used extensively in various industrial applications. Factors such as the availability of natural gas reserves, efficiency, and low carbon footprint have further increased the use of LNG, leading to a demand for LNG storage tanks.

Surge in Number of Buyers and Suppliers: The industry has evolved to cater to changing needs with an increasing number of buyers and suppliers, necessitating further innovation to meet Net Zero Emissions targets and provide a cleaner energy supply.

Increasing trade in LNG: The US is the world's largest producer of natural gas, providing nearly one-third of primary energy and heating fuels for half of its households. LNG is transported through sea routes, loaded onto double-hulled ships, and off-loaded to storage tanks. It is later re-gasified for pipeline distribution. Small-scale LNG shipments are also common, often using containers with cryogenic tanks. Shell predicts that the Asian demand for LNG will drive market growth in 2021, with the LNG trade expected to reach around 12 Mt in 2022 and 15 Mt in 2023. This growth is driving the growth of the LNG storage tank market.

Key Players

Some of the top LNG storage tank manufacturers are-

• Linde Plc
• Mcdermott International Inc.
• Wärtsilä
• IHI Corporation
• Air Water Inc.
• Cimc Enric
• Chart Industries
• Isisan A.S.
• Cryolor
• Inox India.

Segment Analysis

LNG Storage Tank Market Share: By Product Type

Based on the product type, the market is segmented as self-supporting and non-self–supporting. The self-supporting segment held the larger share of the market in 2022 and is expected to remain dominant during the forecast period. The significant share of the self-supporting segment is attributed to the growing demand for LNG in the power and energy end-use industries.

LNG Storage Tank Market Share: By Material Type

Based on the material type, the market is segmented as steel, 9% nickel steel, aluminum alloys, and others. The steel segment accounted for the largest share in 2022 owing to its properties, such as corrosion resistance and durability. The steel segment is estimated to expand at a promising CAGR during the forecast period due to the rising demand for storage of liquefied natural gas as steel offers low thermal conductivity at cryogenic temperatures.

LNG Storage Tank Market Share: By Region

In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is projected to be the largest and fastest-growing market for LNG storage tanks during the forecast period. The Asia-Pacific market is expected to grow with a lucrative CAGR due to the rising demand from various end-use industries, such as energy, power, and steel. High adoption from developing economies such as China and India is expected to boost the market in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Research Methodology

This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools.

More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles have been leveraged to gather the data.

We conducted more than 10 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and with industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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