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Based on distribution, the pipelines segment is anticipated to reach USD 12 billion by 2032. Increasing adoption of hydrogen fuel cell technologies, especially for heavy-duty vehicles, buses, and trains is propelling liquid fuel demand, creating opportunities for cryogenic mode for storing and transporting clean fuel to refueling stations. Rising investments in clean energy infrastructure, including the establishment of hydrogen refueling stations and distribution networks, are boosting the demand for cryogenic tanks.
Based on end use, the steam methane reforming liquid hydrogen market is segmented into transportation, chemicals and others. Among this transportation segment is set to grow at a CAGR of over 7.5% through 2032. Stringent environmental regulations, ambitious climate goals coupled with rising technological advancements are major drivers pushing the sector towards cleaner fuels thereby boosting the process adoption. Rising collaborations between automotive manufacturers, energy companies, and governments in line with expanding partnerships focusing on developing hydrogen vehicles and expanding the supply chain, from production to distribution will stimulate the business growth.
Germany steam methane reforming liquid hydrogen market revenue to cross USD 2.8 billion by 2032. Country commitment to climate goals, such as achieving carbon neutrality by 2045, is set to drive the market landscape. Presence of robust industrial sector coupled with companies increasing hydrogen adoption to replace fossil fuels and reduce emissions is propelling the process penetration. Rising collaborations between industry giants, research institutions, and government agencies are accelerating the development of hydrogen technology thereby enhancing the market viability for SMR solutions.
In the U.S. rising hydrogen production initiatives such as the Department of Energy’s Hydrogen Program and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law coupled with rising federal funding and tax incentives for clean fuel production will accelerate the process demand. Rising country energy security by diversifying its energy sources is propelling hydrogen production through SMR reducing dependence on imported oil and gas, contributing to national energy independence thereby stimulating industry scenario.