The South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is expected to grow from US$ 166.69 billion in 2022 to US$ 229.67 billion by 2030. It is estimated to record a CAGR of 4.1% from 2022 to 2030.
Most of the Brazil's oil and gas sector is focused on offshore production owing to a well-established supply chain and a number of foreign businesses operating in the market. Thus, growing investment for the development of offshore gas pipeline infrastructure is anticipated to fuel the growth of the gas pipeline infrastructure market during the forecast period.
Substantial resources are assigned to extracting and processing plants, pipelines, distribution networks, and equipment. This investment is also taking place in South America, with major projects established in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and Uruguay. Argentina is one of the leading countries in shale gas production, owing to its huge reserves of alternative resources. Argentina has been financing the exploration of gas locations heavily.
The growth of the shale gas reserves has also had an optimistic impact on Argentina's economy, generating jobs and attracting substantial foreign financing. As per Argentina's Ministry of Mines and Energy, it has the world's second-largest shale gas reserves after the US. The growing development related to natural gas reserves is one of the major driving factors for the market. In August 2023, the government granted permits to numerous companies for the development of new gas reservoirs and platforms.
Growing Developments in the Offshore Gas Industry Fuel South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market
Investment and focus on offshore gas pipeline infrastructure development are growing across the globe. Brazil is anticipating spending over US$ 4.3 billion on exploratory efforts between 2023 and 2027, according to ANP (The Brazilian National Agency for Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Biofuels). This investment includes plans for 91 new wells, 63 onshore and 28 offshore. Further, Petrobras has made the largest investment in pre-salt projects, which present substantial prospects for American providers of offshore services and equipment.Most of the Brazil's oil and gas sector is focused on offshore production owing to a well-established supply chain and a number of foreign businesses operating in the market. Thus, growing investment for the development of offshore gas pipeline infrastructure is anticipated to fuel the growth of the gas pipeline infrastructure market during the forecast period.
South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Overview
Natural gas consumption in South America is anticipated to expand at an average annual rate of 0.6% in the coming years, adding ~5 bcm/year by 2025. The application of natural gas is projected to be boosted by the energy sector, driven by increasing electricity demand and a growing need for fuel switching. The rising energy demand in South America is attributed to population growth and industrialization, which fuels the need for increased gas production. As a result, the gas industry in South America attracts significant investments from domestic and foreign companies. Increasing focus on energy transition towards clean sources is increasing investment in natural gas pipeline infrastructure in South America.Substantial resources are assigned to extracting and processing plants, pipelines, distribution networks, and equipment. This investment is also taking place in South America, with major projects established in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and Uruguay. Argentina is one of the leading countries in shale gas production, owing to its huge reserves of alternative resources. Argentina has been financing the exploration of gas locations heavily.
The growth of the shale gas reserves has also had an optimistic impact on Argentina's economy, generating jobs and attracting substantial foreign financing. As per Argentina's Ministry of Mines and Energy, it has the world's second-largest shale gas reserves after the US. The growing development related to natural gas reserves is one of the major driving factors for the market. In August 2023, the government granted permits to numerous companies for the development of new gas reservoirs and platforms.
South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Segmentation
The South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is segmented into operation, equipment, application, and country.- Based on operation, the South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is bifurcated into transmission and distribution. The distribution segment held a larger share of South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market in 2022.
- In terms of equipment, the South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is categorized into pipeline, compressor station, metering skids, and valves. The pipeline segment held the largest share of South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market in 2022.
- Based on application, the South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is bifurcated into onshore and offshore. The onshore segment held a larger share of South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market in 2022.
- Based on country, the South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market is segmented into Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America. Argentina dominated the South & Central America gas pipeline infrastructure market in 2022.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Executive Summary
3. Research Methodology
4. Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Landscape
5. South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market - Key Industry Dynamics
6. Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market - South & Central America Market Analysis
7. South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Analysis - Operation
8. South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Analysis - Equipment
9. South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market Analysis - Application
10. South & Central America Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Market - Country Analysis
11. Industry Landscape
12. Company Profiles
13. Appendix
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Enbridge Inc
- Berkshire Hathaway Inc
- Kinder Morgan Inc
- Saipem SpA
