Centrifugal Pump Industry Analysis in Africa

Africa Centrifugal Pump Industry Snapshot (2024 to 2034)

The demand for Centrifugal Pump In Africa is estimated to be valued at USD 0.63 billion in 2024. The industry is expected to reach a valuation of USD 1.1 billion by 2034. Sales of centrifugal pumps in Africa are projected to progress at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2024 to 2034.

Industry Outlook

Attributes	Details
Africa Centrifugal Pump Industry Size, 2024	USD 0.63 billion
Africa Centrifugal Pump Industry Size, 2023	USD 0.59 billion
Projected Industry Size, 2034	USD 1.1 billion
Value-based CAGR (2024 to 2034)	5.5%

Factors Driving the Demand for Centrifugal Pump in Africa

• Despite some setbacks, the oil and gas industry in Africa is still on a promising trajectory in Africa. Centrifugal pumps are majorly used in the oil and gas industry, and thus, the African outlook for centrifugal pump is positive.
• Africa is coming out of its shell in regards to manufacturing. The use of centrifugal pumps in African manufacturing is thus impacting the industry positively.
• Mining is one of the major industries in Africa. As the industry grows by leaps and bounds in the region, centrifugal pump adoption is increasing, too.
• Africa is seeing the chemical industry grow, especially in light of foreign investment and foreign companies entering the region. Centrifugal pumps are helping the chemical industry’s rise in the region.
• Wastewater treatment is emerging as a key industry for centrifugal pumps in Africa, with wastewater treatment facilities increasing in number in the region.

Key Opportunities and Trends Paving the Way for the Adoption of Centrifugal Pumps in Africa

• Agriculture has historically been one of the key industries in Africa. With African farmers adapting modern irrigation techniques at a rapid pace, the use of centrifugal pumps in the agriculture field is being bolstered in the region.
• With electricity generation and distribution as a concern in the African continent, solar-powered centrifugal pumps are being resorted to in the region.
• Governments in Africa consider the expansion of industries like oil and gas and agriculture as significant contributors to the progress of the country. Thus, there is government encouragement for the modernization of these industries and centrifugal pumps are one way through which the process takes place.
• Africa is witnessing a large migration of people from rural to urban areas. To deal with the large urban population, construction projects are rising and construction equipment, such as centrifugal pumps, are experiencing growth in demand.
• Clean water is a concern for the African population, with many areas in the region still having limited or no access to it. Centrifugal pumps are being used to desalinate water and help bring clean water to the people in the region.

Factors Restricting Demand for Centrifugal Pumps in Africa

• While there is encouragement for the modernization of agricultural techniques, a considerable number of African farmers are still unaware of advanced technologies or cannot afford them. Thus, the scope of centrifugal pumps in the agricultural sector in Africa is limited.
• Centrifugal pumps find significant use in the oil and gas industry in Africa. However, fluctuating prices of crude oil mean there is a challenge to the industry’s growth and for centrifugal pumps to maintain their demand.

Country-wise Insights

Countries	CAGR (2024 to 2034)
Egypt	6.7%
Morocco	7.2%
Nigeria	6.4%
South Africa	4.3%
Libya	4.5%

Foreign Investments Boosting Centrifugal Pump Sales in Egypt

The industry in Egypt is expected to progress at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2024 to 2034. Key factors determining the growth of centrifugal pumps in Egypt are:

• Foreign investments in Egyptian infrastructural facilities are increasing. As a result, established companies in the centrifugal pump landscape are coming to Egypt.
• Egypt has become a significant manufacturing hub, with the country being used to set up production facilities that provide for all of Africa. Thus, centrifugal pumps are being bolstered by their use in manufacturing facilities in Egypt.

Drive for Modernization is Helping Centrifugal Pumps Penetrate Further into Morocco

The industry in Morocco is expected to progress at a CAGR of 7.2% through 2034. Key factors determining the growth of centrifugal pumps in Morocco are:

• There is a drive in Morocco to modernize industrial processes. With help from the government, these modernization practices are leading to increased adoption of centrifugal pumps in industrial work.
• Availability of water is a key challenge for Morocco, as the natural supply of water in the country often falls short of needs. Thus, efforts are being made to increase the volume of drinkable water in the country, and centrifugal pumps are aiding the effort.

Solar-powered Centrifugal Pumps are the Rage in Nigeria

The industry in Nigeria is expected to progress at a CAGR of 6.4% until 2034. Key factors determining the demand for centrifugal pumps in Nigeria are:

• Solar-powered centrifugal pumps are winning over end-users in Nigeria and suppliers are taking the opportunity to launch products in the country.
• With vast agricultural land, centrifugal pumps are finding their way into the country through the agriculture sector.

Setting Up of Public Care Facilities for Water Integral to the Adoption of Centrifugal Pumps in Libya

From 2024 to 2034 period, the industry is expected to progress at a CAGR of 4.3% in South Africa. Key factors determining the growth of centrifugal pumps in South Africa are:

• With significant investments both from public and private sources, the construction industry is experiencing a positive outlook in South Africa. With the number of residential spaces growing, the residential use of centrifugal pumps is also getting accelerated.
• South Africa’s wastewater treatment facilities are using centrifugal pumps in significant quantities.

Residential Use Propelling the Industry in South Africa

The industry in Libya is expected to progress at a CAGR of 4.5% over the forecast period. Key factors determining sales of centrifugal pumps in Libya are:

• With the humanitarian crisis gripping the country, there is a need for public facilities where water can be provided to the population. Centrifugal pumps are being used in these public facilities in the country.
• Libya’s considerable oil and gas industry is using centrifugal pumps at an increasing rate.

Category-wise Insights

Low Cost of Overhung Impellers Make it the Top Version of Centrifugal Pumps in Africa

Attributes	Details
Top Type	Overhung Impeller
CAGR (2024 to 2034)	5.3%

The overhung impeller segment is anticipated to progress at a CAGR of 5.3% over the forecast period.

• Centrifugal pumps with overhung impellers are generally lower in cost than alternatives like vertically suspended centrifugal pumps. The simple design of centrifugal pumps with overhung impellers makes them easier to manufacture and thus cost-effective.
• Centrifugal pumps with overhung impellers have earned a reputation for their efficiency. Thus, overhung impellers are the most common type in Africa.

Centrifugal Pumps Most Often Have Electrical Working in Africa

Attributes	Details
Top Operation Type	Electrical
CAGR (2024 to 2034)	5.0%

The electrical operation segment is expected to rise at a CAGR of 5.0% over the forecast period. Some of the reasons electrical working remains the most popular type of operation are:

• With rising fuel prices and with the African continent especially being susceptible to volatility in fuel prices, centrifugal pumps with electrical operations are winning over consumers.
• Electrical centrifugal pumps help in the conservation of energy. Thus, not only do they help companies meet sustainability standards, but they also reduce the cost involved in the operation of the pumps.

Competitive Landscape

Considering the growing nature of the region in the industry, well-established global companies are expanding into Africa. There is also significant foreign investment in industrial working equipment, including centrifugal pumps, in the region.

The landscape is highly fragmented, with the still-emerging continent proving a battleground for foreign companies and local entities. The tussle of the foreign players with local entities thus gives a dynamic nature to the centrifugal pump industry.

Recent Developments

• In July 2023, Sulzer expanded its Ahlstar A single-stage pump range with the introduction of a closed impeller.
• In May 2023, industry giant Xylem announced its intention to launch a large-scale manufacturing pump manufacturing plant in Egypt.
• In January 2023, Atlas Copco launched the PAC H centrifugal pump. It provides enhanced capabilities when handling liquid, allowing for solids up to 89mm in size.
• In January 2021, Sakhumnoto Pumps acquired a 25.1% stake in Sulzer Pumps South Africa.

Scope of the Report

Attribute	Details
Forecast Period	2024 to 2034
Historical Data Available for	2019 to 2023
Industry Analysis	USD billion for Value
Key Countries Covered	The United States and Canada
Key Segments Covered	Type, Operation Type, Stage and End User
Key Companies Profiled	Grundfos Holding A/S; Xylem Inc.; Sulzer; KSB; Wilo
Report Coverage	Growth Forecast, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Industry Dynamics and Challenges, Strategic Growth Initiatives
Customization & Pricing	Available upon Request

Africa Centrifugal Pump Industry Segmentation

By Type:

• Overhung Impeller
• Between Bearing
• Vertically Suspended

By Operation Type:

• Electrical
• Hydraulic
• Air-driven

By Stage:

• Single
• Multi

By End User:

• Industrial
• Residential & Commercial

By Country:

• United States
• Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Estimated Value of the Africa Centrifugal Pump Industry in 2024?

The valuation of the African centrifugal pump industry is estimated to be USD 0.63 billion in 2024.

What is the Sales Forecast for Centrifugal Pumps in Africa through 2034?

Centrifugal pump sales in Africa are expected to reach USD 1.1 billion by the end of 2034.

What are the Trends Driving Demand for Centrifugal Pumps in Africa?

The introduction of solar-powered centrifugal pumps and the increasing adoption of centrifugal pumps in agriculture are two of the key trends.

At What Rate is the Centrifugal Pumps Industry Estimated to Grow in Africa?

Sales of centrifugal pumps in Africa are estimated to progress at a CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period.

Which are the Prominent Companies for Centrifugal Pumps in Africa?

Grundfos Holding A/S, Xylem Inc., Sulzer, KSB, and Wilo are some of the prominent companies selling centrifugal pumps in Africa.