Compressor Control System Market - Forecasts from 2024 to 2029

The global compressor control system market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.80% over the forecast period to reach US$6.795 billion by 2029, increasing from estimated value of US$5.639 billion in 2024.

Compressor control systems have a wide range of applications in power generation, chemical, mining, and refining industries. The major factors propelling the growth of the compressor control systems market can be attributed to the improvement in product quality specifications for critical industrial processes and large-scale applications across different industries.

Moreover, compressors that operate at very high compression, changing flow, and pressure rates require specialized control techniques to maintain their process stability.  The main impediments are high initial costs, frequent maintenance of compressor control systems, and a volatile oil and gas industry, which could stymie investments and limit market growth.

Market Drivers

Bolstering growth in natural gas & oil demand has stimulated the market growth.

Compressor control systems both, centrifugal and reciprocating are used to increase or maintain gas & fluid flow into the pipeline. The growing demand at a global scale coupled with investment in refineries and oil projects has paved the way for future market growth. According to the International Energy Agency, the global oil demand for 2023 witnessed a 2.2% increase with the capacity reaching up to 102,010 barrels per day. Likewise, the same source stated that global demand for Naphtha experienced a 3.5% increase in 2023, followed by the resident fuel oil showing 2.2% growth, and motor gasoline witnessing a 1.9% increase. The jet & kerosene oil demand witnessed a major increase of 17.7%.

Booming energy production is driving the market growth at the global level.

Compressor control system minimizes CO2 emissions owing to their capacity to adjust the driver’s output and ensure that the motor is not overheated or overloaded. Due to their high-performance feature compressor control system forms an integral part of power plants where they ensure optimum energy exploration. Rapid global population growth and booming end-user demand have propelled the demand for sufficient energy supply to cater to both, residential and commercial operations owing to which energy production is witnessing a significant rise. As per the “World Energy Outlook 2023”, the global energy supply stood at 632 EJ thereby representing a 1.3% increase over 2021’s consumption scale. As per the same source, in 2022, the global energy consumption reached 442 EJ which signified a 1.4% increase over the previous year.

Growing mining productivity is anticipated to drive the global compressor control system market growth.

The entire mining operation inclusive of different processes such as smelting, refining, and processing uses some form of compressor control system to improve the overall mining efficiency in the hard-set environment. Rapid industrialization and demand for varied minerals from end-users have accelerated the scale of mining operations in major nations which is anticipated to show a simultaneous increase in the market demand for compressor control systems.

According to the U.S Geological Survey, in 2022, industrial mineral production was valued at US$63.5 billion which showed a 10% increase over the previous year. Furthermore, according to the GOI’s Ministry of Mines, in September 2023, the country’s estimated MCDR mineral production value stood at INR8775 crores which showcased an 18.8% increase over September 2022.

Product developments and innovations are positively impacting the market growth.

Simultaneously, efforts are being made by the manufacturers to improve the technology of the compressor systems that deliver optimal performance while consuming relatively lower energy. For instance, Atlas Copco “XAVS 238” and “XATS 288” portable compressors offer a 27% smaller footprint and us equipped with features such as PACE (Pressure Adjusted Through Cognitive Electronics) pressure control systems that harbor the capacity of extending the single compressor spectrum from 7 to 14 bar.

Market Challenges

Price volatility and stringent regulations are expected to cause market restrain.

Despite their performance-rich features,  high expenditure on development coupled with stringent environmental specifications are posing challenges for market expansion. Additionally, volatility in the prices of oil and natural gas is also projected to constrain the compressor control system market in the forecast period.

North America is projected to show significant growth

The North American region accounted for a significant market share. The governments of the major regional economies such as the United States are significantly investing to boost their status as oil exporters and are focusing on improving the infrastructure that will allow the transportation of oil from the country to the world market. Similarly, factors like expanding mining activities, mounting concern over water consumption, and initiatives being taken toward wastewater management and energy production expansion are some of the factors significantly contributing to market growth. According to the “World Energy Outlook 2023,” the total energy supply of the United States in 2022 stood at 93.8 EJ (exajoules) which represented a 2.3% increase in energy supply.

Key Developments

• In February 2024: Bobcat launched its new portable air compressor “PA12.7v” which is based on “FlexAir Technology” which allows it to operate on a range of 5.5 to 12.1 bar. The compressor is equipped with a control panel for easily adjusting the pressure.
• In August 2023: MAN Energy Solution received seven compressor system orders from Aker BP and Aibel Solutions. Of the seven orders three units will be installed in Aker BP’s offshore Oil & gas production platform, and two for an unmanned gas-producing platform in Norway.
• In April 2023: Honeywell International Inc. announced that the company has agreed to acquire Compressor Control Corporation from INDICOR LLC for a valuation of US$670 million. The acquisition will be integrated into Honeywell’s Process Solution business segment thereby strengthening the company’s process solution offerings for energy transition.
• In March 2023: ELGi launched a portable air compressor “ELGi GP35FP” and “ELGiD185T45” at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023, at Las Vegas. The company showcased nine modules ranging from 35 CGM to 900 CFM all of which can operate in harsh conditions.
• In December 2022: Yokogawa Electric Corporation launched “CENTUM VP R6.10” in its “Safety System” & “Oprex Control” lineup. The new version of the company’s integrated production control system integrates control over multiple compressor trains and compressor drives. 

Segmentation:

By Component

• SCADA
• PLC
• Switches
• Motors
• Transmitters
• Valves
• Others

By End-User

• Energy and Power
• Oil and Gas
• Refining
• Chemical
• Mining
• Others

By Geography

• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• Israel
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• Japan
• China
• India
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Taiwan
• Others