Market Insights
The epoxy resin market in pressure vessels for alternative fuels is likely to grow at a healthy CAGR of 16.9% during 2021-2026 to reach USD 49.7 million in 2026.

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Market Dynamics
Introduction
Epoxy resin is preferably used in the manufacturing of composite pressure vessels for alternative fuels. It is used to provide excellent strength to hollow cylindrical storage pressure vessels. It stretches to absorb the strain against the force exerted by the compressed fuels filled inside the chamber of the vessel. It also provides structural support by bonding with the fibers.
Epoxy resin in pressure vessels for alternative fuels accounts for a fraction of the overall epoxy resin market. Epoxy resins are widely used in different applications and industries (paints and coatings, construction, automobile, aircraft, and many others). The overall epoxy resin is a mature market whereas the epoxy resin market in pressure vessels for alternative fuels is gaining traction with the increase in the usage of composite pressure vessels. The epoxy resin market in pressure vessels is directly proportional to the demand for pressure vessels for alternative fuels.
The epoxy resin market in pressure vessels for alternative fuels maintained good growth from 2015 to 2019 and was expected to maintain its upward growth trajectory in 2020 as well. However, the sudden outburst of the pandemic trashed the market hope owing to which, there was an enormous decline in the production of automobiles across regions which, in turn, affected the demand for epoxy resins in pressure vessels for alternative fuels. After a colossal decline of -31.6% in 2020, the market is set to rebound in 2021.
Key Players
The following are the key players in the epoxy resin market in PVs for alternative fuels. Most of the major players are supplying epoxy resin in PVs for alternative fuels for all the major vehicle types.
- Huntsman Corporation
- Hexion Inc.
- The 3M Company
- Olin Corporation
- Nan Ya Plastics Corporation
- Aditya Birla Chemicals Ltd.
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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All the major players of the market are well diversified and serving epoxy resin for various applications. New product development and collaboration with pressure vessel manufacturers are some of the key strategies adopted by epoxy resin manufacturers to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Segments with High Growth Opportunity
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Vessel Type Analysis
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Frames, and Lens
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Type IV is expected to remain the largest and the fastest-growing vessel type in the market during the forecast period.
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Application Type Analysis
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Offline, and Online
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CNG vehicles unassailably dominated the market in 2020 and are expected to remain the largest application type over the next five years as well.
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Vehicle Type Analysis
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Commercial Jets, Military Jets, and Helicopters
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Light vehicle is expected to remain the largest and the fastest-growing vehicle type in the market during the forecast period.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Europe is expected to remain the largest region for the epoxy resin market in PVs for alternative fuels during the forecast period.
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By Vessel Type
Based on the vessel type, the epoxy resin market in PVs for alternative fuels is segmented as Type II, Type III, and Type IV. Type IV is expected to remain the largest and the fastest-growing vessel type in the market during the forecast period. Type-IV tank incorporates a greater amount of carbon epoxy composites and offers maximum weight savings as compared to other pressure vessel types. It offers approximately 40% weight reduction compared to similar-sized type-III vessels.
By Application Type
Based on the application type, the market is segmented as CNG vehicles, hydrogen vehicles, and gas transport. CNG vehicles unassailably dominated the market in 2020 and are expected to remain the largest application type over the next five years as well. Hydrogen vehicles are likely to grow at the fastest pace in the market during the forecast period. Almost all hydrogen vehicles are likely to be fitted with composite vessels, mainly type III and IV, creating a huge demand for epoxy resin in the coming years.

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By Vehicle Type
Based on vehicle type, the market is segmented as light vehicles, medium- & heavy-duty commercial vehicles (M&HCVs), and others. Light vehicle is expected to remain the largest and the fastest-growing vehicle type in the market during the forecast period. Natural gas vehicles are less pollutant than gasoline or diesel-based vehicles, so there has been a growing trend towards the usage of light vehicles powered with alternative fuels, such as CNG, to curb carbon emissions. M&HCV to remain the second-dominant segment of the market during the forecast period. There is a rapid shift of OEMs towards alternative fuels, especially in North America and Europe, in the M&HCV segment.
Regional Analysis
In terms of regions, Europe is expected to remain the largest region for the epoxy resin market in PVs for alternative fuels during the forecast period. Italy is likely to remain the largest market for pressure vessels in Europe, propelled by a huge fleet of CNG vehicles. Type-I vessel is still most dominant in the region with increasing acceptance of composite pressure vessels, particularly type-III and type-IV.

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Research Methodology
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- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Product portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
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The epoxy resin market in pressure vessels for alternative fuels is segmented into the following categories.
By Vessel Type
- Type II Vessels
- Type III Vessels
- Type IV Vessels
By Application Type
- CNG Vehicles
- Hydrogen Vehicles
- Gas Transport
By Vehicle Type
- Light Vehicles
- M&HCV
- Others
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, and Canada)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Norway, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, Korea, Thailand, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Argentina, and Others)

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