Industrial Gases- Metals and Metal Fabrication Market Report 2025

This Industrial Gases- Metals and Metal Fabrication market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The industrial gases- metals and metal fabrication market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $54.34 billion in 2024 to $57.61 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand for industrial gases in metal welding and cutting processes, adoption of industrial gases for heat treatment and surface modification, advances in metal recycling, increasing use of industrial gases in non-ferrous metal production, growing demand for metal fabrication inThe automotive industry.

The industrial gases- metals and metal fabrication market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $76.27 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in demand for specialty gases in additive manufacturing processes, growth in the automotive industry with applications in metal fabrication, increasing adoption of industrial gases in emerging economies, expansion of the electronics industry, adoption of industrial gases in metal 3d printing technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of advanced monitoring and control systems, development of customized gas blends, emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly gas production methods, collaboration between gas suppliers and metal fabrication companies, innovative packaging and delivery methods.

The rise in automotive production is anticipated to drive the growth of the industrial gases, metals, and metal fabrication markets in the future. The automotive industry encompasses companies and organizations involved in the design, production, wholesaling, retailing, and maintenance of motor vehicles. Industrial gases are essential in automotive production, serving various functions in the manufacturing and processing of metals, including metal heating, welding, shielding, cutting, coating, and more. For example, in February 2022, the Indian Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), a government export promotion agency in India, reported that total production of passenger vehicles, including three-wheelers and two-wheelers, reached 1,860,809 units in 2022. As a result, the increase in automotive production is fueling the growth of the industrial gases, metals, and metal fabrication markets.

The projected growth of the industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication market is expected to be driven by increasing government initiatives. Government initiatives refer to specific actions, policies, programs, or projects undertaken by governments at different levels to address issues, achieve specific goals, or promote outcomes in the public interest. Such initiatives contribute to the promotion of innovation, environmental sustainability, safety, infrastructure development, and research and development in industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication. For instance, in March 2022, the Chinese government unveiled a long-term hydrogen plan spanning from 2021 to 2035, fostering the growth of a domestic hydrogen sector. Additionally, the Indian government introduced a Green Hydrogen Policy in February 2022, aiming to position India as a major hub for green hydrogen production, with a target of 5 million tons by 2030. This policy aligns with climate objectives and reduces dependence on fossil fuels. Therefore, the increasing government initiatives are expected to propel the growth of the industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication market.

Partnerships and collaborations have become prominent trends in the industrial gases, metals, and metal fabrication markets. Leading companies in the sector are concentrating on strategic partnerships to develop new advanced industrial plants. For example, in September 2023, Westfalen, a technology company based in Germany, inaugurated a new industrial gases filling plant in Arzal, situated on the Atlantic coast of Brittany, France. This facility enhances Westfalen's footprint in France, its largest foreign market, and boosts the company's capacity by over 130,000 cylinders annually. The new plant aims to improve operational efficiency by producing gases closer to customers, which helps reduce logistics distances and lowers the carbon footprint. This investment highlights Westfalen's commitment to addressing the rising demand for industrial gases while promoting sustainability in its operations.

Major companies operating in the industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication market are innovating by developing products like ultra-low oxygen Ti64 to meet the increasing demand. Ultra-low oxygen Ti64 is a titanium alloy with an extremely low oxygen content. For example, in November 2022, 6K Additive LLC introduced ultra-low oxygen titanium 64 (Ti64) for additive manufacturing. The reduced oxygen levels in Ti64 enable customers to increase the number of print jobs while maintaining quality, reducing overall expenses for producing titanium parts. This innovation addresses challenges in the global supply chain crisis, contributing to cost-effectiveness and stability in the market.

In April 2022, Air Products Inc. acquired Air Liquide’s industrial gases business in the UAE and Bahrain for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition aims to strengthen Air Products Inc. 's product portfolio and expand its regional presence in the United Arab Emirates. Air Liquide is a France-based company specializing in the production of industrial gases.

Major companies operating in the industrial gases- metals and metal fabrication market include Praxair Inc., Cryotec Anlagenbau GmbH, Air Products and Chemicals Inc., Iwatani Corporation, The Messer Group GmbH, Linde plc, Southern Industrial Gas Sdn Bhd, Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, Singhal Gas Products, Yingde Gases Group Company Limited, Matheson Tri-Gas Inc., Gulf Cryo, Welsco Inc., Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Ltd., Sicgil India Limited, Axcel Gases, AGP Gas, EuroWeld Group, National Welding Supply Co., Nexair LLC, Messer Canada Inc., Oxygen Service Company, HyCO, Universal Industrial Gases Inc., AGL Industrial Supply Inc., Praxair Canada Inc., Calgaz, Cryoplant LLC, CryoSource, Cryo-Flo Industries Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication market in 2024. The regions covered in the industrial gases- metals and metal fabrication market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial gases- metals and metal fabrication market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

Industrial gases for metals and metal fabrication are gaseous materials produced for various applications in manufacturing, particularly in metal fabrication processes such as welding, coating, heating, and cutting of metals. These gases play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and facilitating specific chemical reactions in the production and fabrication of metals.

The primary types of industrial gases for metals and metal fabrication markets include oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, acetylene, and others. Oxygen, for instance, is utilized to improve efficiency and remove impurities in the iron manufacturing process. It is a chemically active gas with high oxidation effects and combines properties with metals. Functions of industrial gases in metals and metal fabrication encompass both primary metal production and metal fabrication processes. The transportation modes for these gases include cylinder and packaged gas distribution, merchant liquid distribution, and tonnage distribution. Various industries utilize these gases, including the metal industry, automotive, rail and shipping, aerospace and defense, heavy machinery, among others.

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The industrial gases-metals and metal fabrication market includes revenues earned by entities from non-ferrous production, iron or steel production, welding, cutting, coating, and heat treating. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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