Marine Scrubber Systems Global Market Report 2024

The marine scrubber systems market has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.43 billion in 2023 to $6.26 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.2%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to factors such as stringent emission regulations, the pursuit of fuel cost savings, a focus on environmental sustainability, the growth in global trade, compliance with sulfur emission standards, and the demand for fuel flexibility.

The marine scrubber systems market is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.48 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to ongoing regulatory stringency, the escalation of bunker fuel prices, global initiatives for sustainability, the expansion of emission control areas, and the integration of advanced technologies. Major trends expected in the forecast period include the retrofitting of scrubber systems on existing vessels, the development of compact and modular scrubber designs, the adoption of exhaust gas cleaning systems for two-stroke engines, a heightened focus on scrubber waste management, and collaborative efforts within the industry for research and innovation.

The marine scrubber systems market is poised for growth due to the anticipated increase in demand for maritime vessels. Maritime vessels, designed for oceanic environments, are experiencing rising demand, thereby driving the need for scrubber systems. These systems play a crucial role in reducing air pollution emissions, particularly sulfur dioxide (SO2), generated from the combustion of fuels such as heavy fuel oil. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the number of merchant fleet or vessel registrations rose from 94 thousand in 2017 to 103 thousand in January 2022, with developing economies contributing 67.6% of registrations. Hence, the heightened demand for maritime vessels propels the marine scrubber systems market's growth.

The marine scrubber systems market is also expected to benefit from the increasing seaborne trade. Seaborne trade, involving the transportation of goods by sea between different countries, drives the need for a vast fleet of ships that consume substantial fuel. To adhere to stringent sulfur emission regulations, the shipping industry is adopting emission control strategies, boosting the demand for scrubber systems. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's Handbook of Statistics 2022, seaborne trade witnessed a 3.2% increase in 2021. This surge in seaborne trade contributes to the growth of the marine scrubber systems market.

A prominent trend in the marine scrubber systems market is product innovation, with companies focusing on developing advanced solutions. In November 2021, Wärtsilä Oyj Abp introduced the IQ Series scrubber, catering specifically to container vessels and addressing the growing demand for scrubbers in the container market. The IQ Series scrubber features a compact design, occupying 25% less space, weighing 30% less, and taking up 35% less volume. This innovation optimizes vessel profitability by minimizing the impact on cargo-carrying capacity while maintaining high-quality exhaust gas cleaning results.

Major players in the marine scrubber systems market are also concentrating on innovative solutions, such as the wet electrostatic precipitator (WESP). Valmet, a Finland-based technology company, introduced a new WESP designed for the marine industry to enhance emission control. This WESP effectively removes sub-micron particulate, aerosols, or fumes from gas streams, resulting in significant reductions in harmful particulate emissions from marine diesel engines.

In August 2022, TORM, a Denmark-based shipping company specializing in manufacturing product tankers, made an undisclosed acquisition of ME Production. This strategic move positions TORM to strengthen its decarbonization efforts by incorporating ME Production as an environmental development hub. ME Production, a Denmark-based manufacturer of marine exhaust gas scrubbers, provides customized SOx scrubber solutions for the marine industry.

Major companies operating in the marine scrubber systems market report are Wärtsilä Oyj Abp, Alfa Laval AB, Yara International ASA, Clean Marine AS, Valmet Oyj, DuPont de Nemours Inc., CR Ocean Engineering, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., KwangSung Co. Ltd., Andritz AG, Langh Tech Oy Ab, VDL AEC Maritime B.V., Hamon Research Cottrell Inc., GEA Group, Belco Technologies Corporation, Verantis Corporation, Nederman MikroPul LLC, Pacific Green Technologies Inc., Damen Shipyards Group N.V., Babcock & Wilcox, PureteQ A/S, Ecospray Technologies S.r.l., Saacke GmbH, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Air Products and Chemicals Inc., Belzona International Ltd., Clyde Bergemann Limited, Alpha Water Partnership, Italmar Group, Ocean Saver.

North America was the largest region in the global marine scrubber systems market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global marine scrubber systems market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the marine scrubber systems market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the marine scrubber systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The main types of marine scrubber systems include wet technology and dry technology. Wet technology involves the use of a liquid, such as seawater or a chemical solution, to remove pollutants from the exhaust gases of marine vessels. These systems can be powered by various fuels such as marine diesel oil (MDO), marine gasoil (MGO), hybrid, and others. They find applications across various sectors, including commercial shipping, offshore operations, recreational boating, naval vessels, and other marine-related activities.

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The marine scrubber systems market consists of sales of open-loop scrubbers, closed-loop scrubbers, and hybrid scrubbers. 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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