The global oil & gas terminal automation market size is likely to surpass a valuation of USD 1,406.04 million in 2023. Furthermore, with the rapid expansion of the oil and gas industry, the overall demand for oil & gas terminal automation is poised to grow at 7.9% CAGR between 2023 and 2033, totaling around USD 2,787.5 million by 2033.
As the number of terminal operations increases globally, end users are looking for ways to increase their productivity and efficiency while still meeting consumer demands. This has brought the oil & gas terminal automation market into the spotlight.
Oil & gas terminal automation refers to the use of technology and systems to automate certain manual processes in a terminal, specifically around load authorization, product movement, product measurement, documentation, and reporting. These solutions help industries to improve safety, efficiency, and overall productivity while reducing costs.
Rising demand for energy across the globe along with increasing investments in terminal automation solutions is expected to provide a strong thrust to the growth of the oil & gas terminal automation market during the forecast period.
| Attribute | Key Statistics |
|---|---|
| Global Oil & Gas Terminal Automation Market Base Value (2022A) | USD 1,303.1 million |
| Estimated Market Size (2023E) | USD 1,406.04 million |
| Projected Market Value (2033F) | USD 2,787.5 million |
| Value-based CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7.9% |
| Collective Value Share: Top 3 Countries (2023) | 58.9% |
The terminals of today are anticipated to handle more traffic, bigger ships, and more capacity. To maintain their profitability and competitiveness, terminal operators must streamline their company operations. For this purpose, they use terminal automation solutions.
According to EIA, the global consumption of petroleum and liquid fuels will average 99.4 million b/d for all of 2022, which is a 2.1 million b/d increase from 2021. The market has witnessed increased investment in the modernization of the oil and gas terminal infrastructure. Developed countries like the USA, and Canada are focusing on integrated packaging solutions that cater to the application-specific requirements of terminal end users.
North America, spearheaded by the United States is expected to continue to hold a prominent share of the global oil & gas terminal automation market. The region is one of the top oil and gas producers around the world. According to an estimate, North America’s oil production crossed the 23 million barrels per day mark in 2021. FMI predicts that North America is likely to account for more than 28% of the global market share on a value basis by the end of 2023.
Currently, the oil & gas terminal automation market forms around 23-26% of its parent market which is the global terminal automation market.
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From 2018 to 2022, the oil & gas terminal automation market witnessed a moderate growth rate of 4.5% CAGR. However, with a growing focus on updating and modernizing terminal infrastructure, the oil and gas terminal automation market is anticipated to grow at a healthy CAGR of 7.9% between 2023 and 2033.
The contemporary oil & gas industry has been characterized by an increasing focus on the reduction of operational costs to better deal with the effects of price fluctuations. Thus, the implementation of advanced systems based on sophisticated wireless technologies could result in significant savings in terms of wiring, labor, and other associated costs, which are increasingly adopted across key facilities. Accordingly, many of the companies operating in the global terminal automation systems market are offering systems with wireless sensors and controllers.
Oil and gas terminals often termed oil and gas depots, tank farms or tank terminals, or bulk terminals, facilitate the storage of oil, gas, and related products. These are thus, intermediate hubs that store and facilitate the distribution of oil and gas to end users. In order to improve their productivity and have better control over their processes, these terminals are embracing automation.
Oil & gas terminal automation are integrated solutions that facilitate easier monitoring and control of various product and bulk material handling operations, from receipt of products through storage and distribution. These systems comprise a set of integrated tools that enable access to real-time data, thus ensuring the safety and efficient management of day-to-day terminal operations.
However, storage operators are facing times of uncertainty and regulatory pressure to lower fossil-fuel-based energy usage. Following this, end users are focused on optimizing the dynamics of downstream operations. Companies in the market are using terminal automation to increase usage of and increase performance and efficiency in storage and transportation.
Rising Focus Towards Storage of Oil Creating Opportunities for the Market Participants
Relatively slower economic growth especially in oil-consuming nations such as China, and the crude oil supply glut experienced over the recent past have driven the global average crude oil prices southwards over the same period. The initial phase of the forecast period is thus expected to be characterized by a contango situation resulting in an increased emphasis on the storage of oil across the globe. This is projected to continue to generate lucrative opportunities for oil & gas terminal automation solution providers.
Moreover, increasing demand for natural gas, especially liquefied natural gas is expected to result in the emergence of several new terminals in North America and the Asia Pacific, among other regions.
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Relatively higher costs associated with the implementation of automation systems are expected to act as an impediment to the growth of the global oil and gas terminal automation market during the forecast period. Besides this, cyber threats and concerns associated with data security and the increasing implementation of process automation and instrumentation across industry verticals are likely to reduce the adoption of such automation systems, especially among small terminal operators.
Rising Adoption of Automation Across Oil & Gas Companies Fueling Market Growth in the United States
| Country | The United States |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2023) | 26.7% |
The United States accounted for more than 77% of the North American oil & gas terminal automation market in 2022 and is poised to grow at a robust pace during the forecast period. Growth in the United States oil & gas terminal automation market is driven by the rapidly expanding oil & gas sector, increasing investments by the government, rising adoption of automation, and the strong presence of leading market players.
Excess production of oil and gas in the United States, in recent few years, has resulted in an increased number of oil and gas storage facilities for export in the country and the trend is likely to continue during the forecast period. Driven by this, demand for oil & gas terminal automation is expected to continue to rise across the country over the next ten years.
Growing Focus Towards Improving Productivity and Efficiency Boosting Demand
| Country | China |
|---|---|
| Forecast CAGR% (2023 to 2033) | 8.6% |
As per FMI, the oil & gas terminal automation market in China is projected to expand at 8.6% CAGR during the forecast period. Rising focus on reducing oil imports, the growing need for improving productivity across oil & gas facilities, and favorable government support are some of the key factors driving demand in the market.
China is one of the top oil consumers and its consumption is increasing continuously. Most of its energy market is dominated by state-owned companies. However, the country still relies on imports.
In order to reduce their dependence on imports and fulfill China's enormous energy needs, oil and gas companies are expected to increase their output. This necessity to increase productivity and efficiency is becoming more popular among Chinese oil and gas enterprises as a result of the country's dwindling domestic oil reserves. Firms are upgrading oil and gas terminal infrastructure to optimize their efficiency and supply chain. This is projected to continue to generate demand for oil & gas terminal automation in the country.
To secure its future energy supply, China has also formed strategic alliances with foreign oil and gas businesses for upstream projects abroad (especially those involving unconventional energy resources).
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Demand to Remain High for Terminal and Inventory Management Software
| Segment | Terminal & Inventory Management |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2023) | 39% |
The software segment is estimated to account for a relatively higher share in the global oil and gas terminal automation market value as compared to that of the services segment during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the rising adoption of various software by end users to monitor, control, and manage the entire product handling process.
As per FMI, the software segment is estimated to account for a share of 39% of the overall global oil & gas terminal automation market value in 2023 and is further set to register a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2033.
Within the software segment, the terminal and inventory management sub-segment is expected to grow at a relatively faster CAGR than other software sub-segments during the forecast period. Terminal and inventory management software provides the most efficient technologies and methods for tracking indirect materials to reduce tool loss, downtime, and costs associated with manual methods, thereby improving overall productivity.
Commissioning is Expected to Remain the Most Popular Service Among End Users
| Segment | Commissioning |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2023) | 28% |
As per FMI, the commissioning segment is anticipated to remain dominant throughout the forecast period, accounting for 28% market share by the 2023.
Commissioning services include a detailed inspection of equipment, documentation and review, installation, and site acceptance tests and management. Commissioning services ensure component functionalities, automation, and adherence to standard procedures.
Companies in the market are concentrating on creating long-term relationships with key end users. In addition to that, companies are willing to provide a customized solution to customers with a high degree of optimization in the storage and transportation of petroleum.
Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Honeywell International, & Rockwell Automation: Top Terminal Automation Companies Focusing on Tech Embracement and Human Resource Harnessing
Oil & gas terminal automation system provides monitoring, control, and management of the entire product handling process, right from receiving to storage to distribution. These systems are widely used at oil rigs, ports, and marine. Considering the paramount importance of these systems, leading players in this space are always on the lookout for gaining new contracts.
Leading companies like Yokogawa Electric Corporation are integrating new technologies such as IoT and Big Data to improve their offerings. For instance, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, announced in August 2022 that it has finished installing an IoT system for the Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen). The financing for this project has been granted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry to UNIDO.
To further boost its position in the oil and gas terminal automation space, the company is launching innovative solutions. For instance, in December 2021, Yokogawa launches OpreX Managed Service, a solution that supports remote monitoring and maintenance of OT/IT field assets.
Sustainability is a key factor in the oil and gas terminal automation domain, as these industries have long been accused of emitting dangerous pollutants into the environment. To counter this, leading companies have earmarked sufficient budgets for ensuring environmental pollution is kept under control. For instance, Honeywell International, a key player in this space, announced in August 2022, that it plans to invest over 60% of its US$ 1.2 billion annual budget toward Research and Development in a sustainability portfolio.
The company is also investing significantly in skill development, especially in developing countries. For instance, the engineering division of American technology company Honeywell, Honeywell Technology Solutions (HTS), intends to increase the size of its personnel in India. India, the Czech Republic, and Mexico are the three big technology centers for Honeywell globally, which employ about one-third of the company’s engineering workforce globally, with India being the biggest workforce base for the company.
It is not only Honeywell that has set its eye on harnessing human resource talent in developing countries. Rockwell Automation, another leading oil and gas terminal automation solution provider is also looking at talent in India expectantly. For instance, the company announced in September 2022 that it is working on increasing its workforce in India.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Market Size (2023) | USD 1,406.04 million |
| Projected Market Size (2033) | USD 2,787.5 million |
| Anticipated Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) | 7.9% CAGR |
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD million for Value |
| Key Regions Covered | North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East & Africa (MEA) |
| Key Countries Covered | The United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, The United Kingdom, NORDICS Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Australia & New Zealand, GCC, South Africa, and Northern Africa. |
| Key Market Segments Covered | Hardware, Software, and Services |
| Key Companies Profiled | Emerson Electric Co.;ABB Group;Rockwell Automation, Inc.;Honeywell International, Inc.;Schneider Electric SE.;Yokogawa Electric Corporation;Siemens AG.;FMC Technologies, Inc. |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, brand share analysis, competition intelligence, DROT analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, Strategic Growth Initiatives |
The market is expected to be valued at US$ 1,406.04 million in 2023.
The market is expected to surge at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2023 to 2033.
The market is anticipated to hit US$ 2,787.5 million by 2033.
Emerson Electric Co., ABB Group, and Rockwell Automation, Inc. are the key market players.
The terminal & inventory management segment to lead the market through 2033.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Hardware 5.1. ATG 5.2. Blending Controllers 5.3. SCADA 5.4. PLC 5.5. DCS 5.6. HMI 5.7. Safety; Security & Others 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Software 6.1. Terminal & Inventory Management 6.2. Business System Integration 6.3. Transaction Management 6.4. Reporting 6.5. Others 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Services 7.1. Commissioning 7.2. Consulting Services 7.3. Project Management 7.4. Operations Services 7.5. Training Services 8. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 8.1. North America 8.2. Latin America 8.3. Western Europe 8.4. Eastern Europe 8.5. South Asia and Pacific 8.6. East Asia 8.7. Middle East and Africa 9. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 11. Western Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. Eastern Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 14. East Asia Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 15. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 16. Key Countries Market Analysis 17. Market Structure Analysis 18. Competition Analysis 18.1. Emerson Electric Co. 18.2. ABB Group 18.3. Rockwell Automation, Inc. 18.4. Honeywell International, Inc. 18.5. Schneider Electric SE. 18.6. Yokogawa Electric Corporation 18.7. Siemens AG. 18.8. FMC Technologies, Inc. 18.9. Implico Group 18.10. Endress + Hauser Management AG 19. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 20. Research Methodology
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