Marine Lubricants Market Growth Analysis | 2023-2028

Market Insights

The marine lubricants market was estimated at USD 6.2 billion in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 1.90% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 6.98 billion in 2028.

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Market Dynamics

Introduction

Marine lubricants are specialized oils and greases designed to optimize the performance and longevity of marine machinery in challenging environments. They minimize friction, reduce wear, and protect against corrosion in engines, gear systems, hydraulic systems, and other critical components. Key types include engine oils, gear oils, hydraulic fluids, and greases, tailored for specific applications. Environmental regulations, such as IMO 2020, have driven innovations in eco-friendly and biodegradable lubricants. The market is shaped by global trade growth, technological advancements, and the need for sustainable solutions. Marine lubricants are vital for efficient, reliable, and compliant operations in the maritime industry.

Market Drivers

Growth in the seaborne trade: The need for food, urbanization, and industrialization have all significantly increased as a result of the fast population rise in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. As trade between nations increased as a result, there was a noticeable increase in the need for carrying products across oceans. A rise in the number of vessels has been prompted by this boom in seaborne trade, and this has increased the need for marine lubricants.

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Key Players

The following are the key players in the market:

• BP plc
• Royal Dutch Shell plc
• Exxon Mobil Corporation
• Chevron Corporation
• Sinopec Corporation
• PJSC Lukoil
• Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.
• Total S.A.

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Segment Analysis

By Oil Type

"Mineral oil segment held the largest share of the market in 2022."

The market is segmented as mineral oil, synthetic oil, bio-based, and grease. The mineral oil segment held the largest share of the market in 2022 and is expected to register a moderate CAGR during the forecast period. The low cost and easy availability of mineral oil from crude extracts and their easy applicability in almost every marine application are driving the growth of this segment.

By Product Type

"Engine oil segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period."

The market is segmented into engine oil, hydraulic fluid, compressor oil, and others. The engine oil segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period because of the huge size of the engine, high consumption, and smaller drain intervals; the engine requires a large amount of fuels and lubricants which are the key factors driving the growth of the segment.

By Ship Type

"The bulk carrier segment is expected to dominate the marine lubricants market during the forecast period."

The market is segmented as bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, and others. The bulk carrier segment is expected to dominate the marine lubricants market during the forecast period.

Regional Insights

"Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing marine lubricants market during the forecast period"

Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing marine lubricants market during the forecast period, because of the presence of the busiest ports in the region. Increasing trade activities and rising infrastructural developments in the shipping industry (in the form of increasing ports network) are responsible for the high demand for marine lubricants in the region.

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Research Methodology

• This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s marine lubricants market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period.
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• We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

Report Features

This report provides market intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The marine lubricants market is segmented into the following categories:

By Oil Type

• Mineral Oil
• Synthetic Oil
• Bio-Based
• Grease

By Product Type

• Engine Oil
• Hydraulic Fluid 
• Compressor Oil
• Others

By Ship Type

• Bulk Carriers
• Tankers
• Container Ship 
• Others

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico) 
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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Company Profiling

• Detailed profiling of additional market players (up to 3 players)
• SWOT analysis of key players (up to 3 players)

Market Segmentation

• Current market segmentation of any one of the product types by oil type.

Competitive Benchmarking

• Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances.

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