Marine Lubricants Market Growth Opportunities and Forecast till 2030
The Global Marine Lubricants Market Size valued for USD 6.3 Billion in 2021 and is anticipated to reach USD 8.6 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 3.5% from 2022 to 2030.
Marine lubricants are frequently employed in the shipping sector to safeguard machinery and boost performance. They are specifically made to enable optimum performance in operations like extending engine life and defending components at high temperatures, enhancing protection against mechanical wear, and reducing cold corrosion. They also improve machine performance and reliability. One of the essential components for running any type of machinery on a ship is lube oil. The parts that are moving relative to one another and creating frictional and other types of stresses on the machinery are lubricated and cooled by lube oil. We are unable to imagine any machinery operating on a ship without the use of lube oil. Grease and oil are the two most prevalent types. The oils can be mineral-based, synthetic-based, or a combination of the three (referred to as "Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants or EALs").
Which oil, also referred to as base oil, should be used depends on the application. Synthetic oils may be useful in extreme circumstances. EALs can be used if the environment is a concern. Lubricants contain additives that improve, add to, or subtract from the base oil's properties. The quantity of additives depends on the characteristics and Product of the oil.
Parameter |
Marine Lubricants Market |
Marine Lubricants Market Size in 2021 |
US$ 6.3 Billion |
Marine Lubricants Market Forecast By 2030 |
US$ 8.6 Billion |
Marine Lubricants Market CAGR During 2022 – 2030 |
3.5% |
Marine Lubricants Market Analysis Period |
2018 - 2030 |
Marine Lubricants Market Base Year |
2021 |
Marine Lubricants Market Forecast Data |
2022 - 2030 |
Segments Covered |
By Oil Type, By Product, By Ship Types, and By Region |
Regional Scope |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa |
Key Companies Profiled |
Bp p.l.c., Chevron Corporation, China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC), Exxon Mobil Corporation, FUCHS, Gazprom neft — Lubricants Ltd., Gulf Oil International, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd., Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation, LUKOIL, Quepet Lubricants, and Royal Dutch Shell plc. |
Report Coverage |
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, Competitive Analysis, Player Profiling, Regulation Analysis |
Marine Lubricants Market Dynamics
Marine lubricants extend the life of equipment while consuming less energy, offering high efficacy, and lowering operating costs. The market will be driven by the increase in marine trade brought on by low maintenance and transportation costs, as well as by the existence of a sizable number of shipping industries.
Throughout the forecast period, the marine lubricants market is anticipated to present promising revenue opportunities. Growing applications across the shipbuilding sector are anticipated to play a significant role in the market's growth. The marine lubricants market is expected to grow as a result of the growing importance of marine trade and its benefits, such as low maintenance requirements and low transportation costs.
Additionally, the demand for marine lubricants with high efficiency and low emission capacity has increased due to the expansion of the global seaborne international trade, which has caused the marine lubricant industry to grow by 1.2X.
Furthermore, strict government regulations on the restricted use of sulphur and nitrogen in automotive lubricants draw attention to bio-based lubricants, which further aids in boosting the development of marine lubricant engines. Demand for marine lubricants will also increase due to the adoption of four-stroke engines in the marine sector, which need highly efficient lubricants.
Marine Lubricants Market Insights
The global marine lubricants market is split on the oil type, product, ship types, and geography.
The oil type segment is broken down into categories such as mineral oil, synthetic oil, mineral oil, and grease. The market is divided into categories for engine oil, hydraulic oil, turbine oil, gear oil, and other products. The market is divided into bulk carrier, Oil Tankers, general cargo, container ships, and others based on ship types.
Global Marine Lubricants Market Geographical Competition
The North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa regions make up the five geographical segments of the global Marine Lubricants market. Due to its rapid industrial development, expanding international trade, and rising use of seaborne transportation as a cost-effective mode of transportation, North America is predicted to have a larger market share than the rest of the world. This is especially true of the United States. From 2022 to 2030, Asia-Pacific will also be a significant region with a significant market share. The trend is anticipated to continue in the coming years due to the region's significant demand for marine lubricants. Another significant factor driving the expansion of the Asia-Pacific marine lubricants market is the rising number of ports in the region, particularly in China and the ASEAN nations.
Global Marine Lubricants Industry Segment Analysis
Marine Lubricants Market By Oil Type
· Bio-Based
· Synthetic Oil
· Mineral Oil
· Grease
Marine Lubricants Market By Product
· Engine Oil
· Hydraulic Oil
· Turbine Oil
· Gear oil
· Others
Marine Lubricants Market By Ship Types
· Bulk Carrier
· Oil Tankers
· General Cargo
· Container Ships
· Others
Marine Lubricants Market Leading Companies
This section of the study honors the market's top vendors Chevron Corporation, Bp p.l.c., China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC), Gulf Oil International, Exxon Mobil Corporation, FUCHS, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd., Gazprom neft — Lubricants Ltd., Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation, Quepet Lubricants, LUKOIL, and Royal Dutch Shell plc.
Marine Lubricants Market Regions
North America
· U.S.
· Canada
Europe
· U.K.
· Germany
· France
· Spain
· Rest of Europe
Latin America
· Brazil
· Mexico
· Rest of Latin America
Asia-Pacific
· China
· Japan
· India
· Australia
· South Korea
· Rest of Asia-Pacific
Middle East & Africa
· GCC
· South Africa
· Rest of Middle East & Africa