Hydrogen Pipeline Market Size - By Type (Onshore, Offshore), By Classification (New, Repurposed), Regional Outlook & Global Forecast, 2024 – 2035

Hydrogen Pipeline Market Size

Hydrogen Pipeline Market was valued at more than USD 2.96 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 60.3% from 2024 to 2035. A hydrogen pipeline is a combination of pipes and associated infrastructure designed to transport gas from the production facility to various end users or storage facilities. The pipelines are a critical component of the hydrogen supply chain, enabling the distribution of hydrogen for various industrial, commercial, and transportation applications. Reuse of the existing carbon steel natural gas transmission and other pipelines for hydrogen service will influence the business statistics.
 

Growing focus on hydrogen as a clean energy carrier along with the development of hydrogen infrastructure to support its production, transportation, and utilization is set to influence the industry trends. Increasing focus on decarbonization coupled with transition to clean energy has positioned hydrogen as a crucial element in achieving the sustainability goals. Further, rising use of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier by the governments, industries, and investors along with the potential to reduce carbon emissions across various sectors will drive the business scenario.

Introduction of government policies along with providing financial support to promote the development and use of hydrogen is set to drive the business scenario. Incentives, subsidies, and funding for hydrogen infrastructure projects, including pipelines, will support the market statistics. Ongoing national hydrogen strategies and commitments will influence the growth of hydrogen-related infrastructure, thereby impacting the product demand.
 

Hydrogen Pipeline Market Trends

Repurposing and integration of the existing natural gas pipelines for hydrogen transportation, will support leverage the existing infrastructure, contributing to the market statistics. Additionally, industries including refining, chemicals, and manufacturing, are continuously exploring hydrogen as a cleaner alternative for their processes, driving the need for efficient and reliable hydrogen transportation infrastructure, including pipelines.
 

Hydrogen Pipeline Market Analysis

Based on classification, the repurposed hydrogen pipeline segment will exceed more than USD 650 million by 2035. The pipelines involve converting existing natural gas pipelines for the transportation of hydrogen. They enable this blending process, allowing for a smooth transition toward higher hydrogen content in the gas grid, thereby supporting the development of hydrogen infrastructure. These are more cost effective than building new infrastructure. Blending allows for the gradual introduction of hydrogen into existing natural gas infrastructure, supporting the transition to a hydrogen economy, thereby stimulating the business statistics.
 

Based on type, the onshore hydrogen pipeline will showcase gains at nearly 59.5% up to 2035. The onshore pipelines are designed to transport hydrogen gas from production sites, comprising of electrolysis plants or steam methane reforming facilities, to various points of consumption. These play a crucial role in the transportation of hydrogen from production facilities to end users, including industrial consumers, power plants, and refueling stations for fuel cell vehicles. Further, these are designed to facilitate the blending of hydrogen with other gases, including natural gas.
 

Ongoing integrated with other elements, including production facilities, storage systems, and distribution networks, to create a seamless and efficient hydrogen delivery system will drive the product demand. The length and connectivity of the onshore hydrogen pipelines depend on the geographical distribution of hydrogen demand centers and production sites. The long distance pipelines further connect regions with surplus hydrogen production to areas with high demand. They need to comply with local, regional, and national regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials, thereby augmenting the business landscape.
 

Europe hydrogen pipeline market is projected to witness about 105.5% CAGR through 2035. The European Union (EU) and individual European countries have been actively pursuing strategies to integrate hydrogen into their energy systems as part of broader decarbonization efforts. Ongoing development of national hydrogen strategies across the economies that primarily outline targets, policies, and investments to promote the use of hydrogen, including the plans for building and expanding the hydrogen pipeline networks, will sway the market trends. Furthermore, collaborative efforts between the countries will drive the development of cross border hydrogen pipelines, which will augment the industry dynamics.
 

Hydrogen Pipeline Market Share

DESFA, Energinet, Fluxys, Gasunie, GAZ-SYSTEM and Enagas are some prominent players operating in the industry. Several companies with expertise in pipeline construction, materials, and infrastructure are involved in the development and deployment of hydrogen pipelines. It includes transmission service operators responsible for building and managing pipeline networks, as well as manufacturers specializing in the fabrication and technology associated with hydrogen pipelines. Further, the companies leverage their expertise in pipeline design, construction, and operation to support hydrogen infrastructure development.
 

Hydrogen Pipeline Market Companies

Eminent players operating in the hydrogen pipeline industry are:

• DESFA
• Enagás S.A.
• Energinet
• Fluxys
• Gasunie
• GAZ-SYSTEM
• GRTgaz
• ONTRAS Gastransport GmbH
• REN
• Snam
• Terega 
• The ROSEN Group
   

Hydrogen Pipeline Industry News

• In October 2023, Open Grid Europe (OGE), based in Germany entered in an MoU with the existing consortium partners REN, Enagás, Teréga and GRTgaz. It would further contribute its existing domestic hydrogen network to the joint project, names as H2Med, set to connect Portugal and Spain with France along with Germany. Further, it is one of five corridors planned under the European Hydrogen Backbone initiative.
   
• In June 2023, REN initiated the adaption of its high pressure natural gas grid to carry up to 10% share of green hydrogen. Further, it plans to adapt its 1,375 km grid across Portugal, to allow it to cope with a mixture of natural gas and hydrogen. This will further enable the company to enhance its product offerings.
   

This hydrogen pipeline market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of ‘Km & USD Million’ from 2024 to 2032 for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Onshore
• Offshore

Market, By Classification

• New
• Repurposed

The above information will be provided for the following regions:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of World