Flexible Pipe Market Report 2025

The flexible pipe market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.16 billion in 2024 to $1.22 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to oil and gas industry growth, offshore drilling and production, pipeline rehabilitation needs, environmental regulations, cost efficiency.

The flexible pipe market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.54 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for durable and versatile piping, increasing demand for flexible pipes, economic growth forecasts, geopolitical stability, market competition dynamics. Major trends in the forecast period include customization and tailored solutions, integration of subsea systems, technological advancements, environmentally conscious solutions, smart pipe technologies.

An increase in the demand for oil and gas is propelling the growth of the flexible pipe market in the future. Oil and gas are fuels extracted from the earth's surface. Flexible pipes are utilized in the oil and gas industry to address technical requirements and overcome the geometric constraints associated with water. The rising demand for oil and gas is boosting the flexible pipe market. For example, in April 2024, the Energy Information Administration, a U.S.-based federal statistical agency responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating energy information, reported that natural gas consumption in the electric power sector increased by 6% in July and August 2023 compared to the same months in 2022. Consequently, the rising demand for oil and gas will drive the growth of the flexible pipe market.

The rise in global energy consumption is a significant driver for the increasing demand in the flexible pipe market. Energy consumption refers to the total amount of energy utilized by a system, organization, or society over a specific period, typically measured in units such as electricity, heat, or other energy forms. Flexible pipes find application in energy consumption scenarios, particularly in renewable energy projects, owing to their adaptable and durable characteristics. This enables the efficient and reliable transport of fluids in dynamic and challenging environments, thereby contributing to the overall effectiveness and sustainability of energy operations. As an illustration, in 2022, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), a government agency in the United States, reported that the total U.S. primary energy consumption reached 100.41 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu). The breakdown by energy source included petroleum (36%), natural gas (33%), renewable energy (13%), coal (10%), and nuclear electric power (8%). The electric power sector accounted for 38% of the total U.S. primary energy consumption. Consequently, the anticipated increase in global energy consumption is expected to drive the growth of the flexible pipe market.

Leading companies in the flexible pipe market are increasingly concentrating on developing innovative solutions, including advanced materials and engineering designs, to meet the rising demands of submarine applications. Advanced materials encompass high-performance polymers and composites that improve durability and flexibility, essential for deep-water installations. For example, in November 2023, Baker Hughes, a U.S.-based energy technology company, introduced PythonPipe. PythonPipe is a state-of-the-art flexible pipe technology engineered for efficient fluid transport in challenging environments, providing substantial advantages over traditional materials. Its advanced co-extruded liner enhances durability and reduces permeability, making it suitable for high-pressure applications of up to 3,000 psi, while decreasing installation time and costs by as much as 60%. This innovative solution not only cuts maintenance costs but also significantly lowers carbon emissions throughout its lifecycle, supporting sustainability in fluid management.

Major companies in the flexible pipes market are increasingly adopting a strategic partnership approach to revolutionize the pipeline integrity management landscape by providing comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions. A strategic partnership involves a collaborative agreement or alliance between two or more entities, such as companies, organizations, or governments, with the objective of achieving mutually beneficial goals. For example, in October 2023, AISUS Offshore Ltd., a Scotland-based remote inspection technology company, entered into a partnership with SIMEROS, a Brazil-based engineering firm. The aim of this partnership is to offer customers a one-stop-shop solution that covers the entire pipeline integrity management process, incorporating innovative un-bonded flexible pipe integrity management solutions with advanced inspection capabilities.

In October 2022, Armacell, a Europe-based manufacturer and supplier specializing in industrial foams and flexible insulation materials, successfully acquired Austroflex Rohr-Isoliersysteme GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move enables Armacell to expand its geographic reach and enhance its market exposure in Europe. Moreover, the acquisition strengthens Armacell's product line, industry expertise, and production capacity, positioning the company to better address the growing demand in the energy-efficient and rapidly expanding pre-insulated pipe market. Austroflex Rohr-Isoliersysteme GmbH, based in Austria, specializes in technical insulation solutions, thermal solar pipe systems, and flexible pre-insulated pipe systems.

Major companies operating in the flexible pipe market include PT Elnusa Tbk, Schlumberger Limited, FlexEnergy LLC, Flexitech Group, Baker Hughes, Saipem S.p.A., NOV Inc., National Oilwell Varco, TechnipFMC plc, Wavin B.V., Cosmoplast Industrial Company LLC, Shawcor Ltd, SoluForce, FlexSteel Pipe, Flexfab Horizons International, Magma Global Ltd, GE Oil & Gas Corporation, Strohm B.V., The ContiTech Group, Airborne Oil & Gas B.V., Pipelife Nederland B.V., Flexmaster Joint Kit Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the flexible pipes market share in 2024. Middle East and Africa is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the flexible pipe market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the flexible pipe market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Flexible pipes are unbonded and flexible, suitable for transferring high-pressure and high-temperature fluids. Their primary benefit lies in their resistance to fungus.

The primary raw materials for flexible pipes include high-density polyethylene, polyamides, polyvinylidene fluoride, and other materials. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is the monomer of an ethylene-based polymer and is utilized in diverse applications. These applications span across offshore and onshore sectors, playing a crucial role in industries such as oil and gas, water treatment plants, chemicals and petrochemicals, mining, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, among others.

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The flexible pipe market consists of sales of plastic flexible water oil coolant pipes and hose pipes. 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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