PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1664540
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1664540
Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) are integral components used in the equipment, drilling, and operations of the oil and gas industry. These tubular goods play a crucial role in the design of oil and gas wells and pipelines, serving as conduits for the safe and efficient transportation of oil and gas products to the market.
The primary products within the category of Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) comprise well casing, production tubing, and drill pipe. Well casing involves a series of steel pipes inserted into a drilled oil well to provide stability, prevent pollutants and water from entering the oil stream, and hinder oil seepage into groundwater. These products come in various grades, including API grade and premium grade, manufactured through processes such as electric resistance welded (ERW) and seamless, tailored for applications in both onshore and offshore settings.
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The oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $29.47 billion in 2024 to $32.02 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to global energy demand, deepwater exploration, infrastructure development, stringent regulatory standards, focus on well integrity, rise in offshore drilling.
The oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $46.19 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continued energy transition, focus on carbon capture and storage (CCS), sustainable practices, strategic reserves and security, resilience in supply chains. Major trends in the forecast period include digitalization and data analytics in drilling operations, strategic partnerships and collaborations, advancements in drilling technologies, investments in upstream operations, and innovations in enhanced oil recovery.
An increase in exploration and drilling activities is expected to drive the growth of the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market in the future. Oil and gas exploration involves the methods and techniques employed to identify potential drilling locations for hydrocarbon extraction. The rising global demand for energy has contributed to an uptick in oilfield exploration. Oil country tubular goods, including casing, tubing, piping, and pipelines, are essential components used in oilfields. They play a crucial role in designing pipelines for oil and gas wells and serve as conduits for the efficient and safe extraction of resources. For example, in October 2023, Drilling Contractor, a US-based industry magazine, reported that the US onshore market is projected to have 676 active drilling rigs in Q4 2023, marking a 4% increase from the 651 rigs reported in Q4 2022. Thus, the rise in exploration and drilling operations is set to propel the oil country tubular goods market.
The growing demand for natural gas as a cleaner energy source is anticipated to drive the expansion of the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market. Natural gas, primarily composed of methane along with other hydrocarbons, is considered a cleaner alternative for energy needs. This demand has led to increased investments in production facilities, such as pipelines and processing plants, which require OCTG products for well construction, infrastructure development, and technological advancements. According to the US Energy Information Administration in September 2023, the total natural gas consumption across industries reached 32,288,230 million cubic feet in 2022, reflecting a 5.35% increase from 2021. The rising demand for natural gas as a cleaner energy source is expected to be a driving factor for the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market.
Innovations in products have become a prominent trend in the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market, with major companies focusing on developing cutting-edge solutions for a competitive advantage. For instance, SPM Oil & Gas introduced the SPM Simplified Frac Iron System in May 2022, designed to enhance operating efficiency at frac sites by reducing the footprint and amount of iron required for operations. This innovative system streamlines connections, resulting in less rig-up time, reduced labor expenses, and improved overall operational efficiency.
Major companies in the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market are engaging in collaborations to enhance their product offerings and improve supply chain efficiencies. These partnerships aim to provide OCTG solutions specifically for oil and gas exploration and production wells in Brazil's pre-salt oil region. For example, in January 2023, Petroleo Brasileiro S.A., a Brazilian petroleum company, formed a partnership with Vallourec S.A., a French manufacturing firm, to supply OCTG solutions. The contract involves 1,800 tonnes of premium carbon steel tubes with Glass Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) liners, along with associated Corrosion Resistant Alloy (CRA) accessories. This agreement builds upon an existing three-year long-term contract for the supply of OCTG tubes.
In June 2022, Pipeline Technique Ltd., a UK-based solution provider for the oil and gas industry, acquired the STANLEY Oil & Gas business from Stanley Black & Decker. The acquisition, which includes pipeline services and equipment businesses, positions Pipeline Technique as a cross-market specialist capable of serving clients in the oil and gas, renewable energy, carbon capture, and infrastructure sectors. Stanley Black & Decker, a US-based company, is a provider of industrial tools, household hardware, and security products.
Major companies operating in the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market include ArcelorMittal S.A., Iljin Steel Co. Ltd., JFE Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel Corporation, Tenaris S.A., TMK Group, United States Steel Corporation, EVRAZ PLC., National Oilwell Varco Inc., Oil Country Tubular Limited, Sumitomo Corporation, Vallourec S.A., U.S. Steel Tubular Products Inc., Continental Alloys, Kelly Pipe Co. LLC., Benteler Group, Tata Steel, Jindal SAW Ltd., Chelpipe Group, Sandvik AB, Hunting PLC, OAO Trubnaya Metallurgicheskaya Kompaniya, Wheatland Tube Company, Northwest Pipe Company, American Cast Iron Pipe Company, Berg Pipe, Energex Tube, Jubail Energy Services Company., SB International Inc.
North America was the largest region in the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the oil country tubular goods (OCTG) market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the oil country tubular goods (octg) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the oil country tubular goods (octg) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The oil country tubular goods market consists of sales of pipes, casing, tubing, and pipelines. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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