Marine Emission Control Systems Market Size - By Technology (SCR, Scrubber Systems {Wet [Open Loop, Closed Loop, Hybrid], Dry}), ESP), By Fuel (MDO, MGO, Hybrid), Application, 2025 – 2034

Marine Emission Control Systems Market Size

The global marine emission control systems market was valued at 13.1 billion in 2024 and expected to reach USD 28.1 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2025 to 2034. Rising implementation of strict environmental regulations by global and regional authorities, such as MARPOL Annex VI, which caps sulfur oxide emissions from ships at 0.5% worldwide and 0.1% in Emission Control Areas, will drive the product adoption.
 

Increasing awareness and shifting focus of maritime stakeholders on the negative impact of air pollutants on human health will urge the shipowners and operators to invest more in emission control technologies, thereby improving the industry statistics. Expansion of emission control areas in regions such as North America, the Baltic Sea, the North Sea, and parts of China to reduce SOx emissions to 0.1% and NOx to Tier III levels will enhance the product adoption to overcome the stringent limits.
 

The continued efforts towards improving emission control features and system efficiency while decreasing costs and installation complexity will augment product acceptance. XOCEAN, a marine data company, raised USD 123 million to assist in expanding the company’s fleet of lower emission, uncrewed survey vessels to support the growing needs of offshore wind developers and marine conservation authorities.
 

Growing implementation of corporate social responsibility initiatives by the shipping companies to emphasize sustainability and environmental responsibility will complement the product penetration. Additionally, increased investments by maritime organizations to align with these initiatives, improve their corporate reputation, meet stakeholder demands, and support global sustainability objectives will uplift the industry growth.
 

Marine Emission Control Systems Market Trends

• Increasing key players' investments in innovating new technology such as hybrid scrubbers, capable of functioning in both open and closed-loop configurations, and wet electrostatic precipitators (WESPs) will improve the business landscape. In July 2024, Damen, the Dutch shipbuilder, unveiled its Damen D16 engine, now boasting EU Stage V certification. This engine, rooted in the Volvo Penta D16 IMO II design, prioritizes fuel efficiency, and simultaneously curbs SOx, NOx, CO?, and noise emissions.
   
• Growing global shipping and trade will propel demand for cleaner marine technology. The UN Trade & Development report states that after declining in 2022, global maritime trade increased by 2.4% in 2023 to reach 12.3 billion tons. The sector is expected to grow by 2% in 2024 and maintain an average annual growth rate of 2.4% through 2029. These growing maritime trading statistics will complement the product adoption.
   
• Ongoing technological advancements including incorporating onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS) to comply with the decarbonization targets will improve the business outlook. Further, CCS can reduce CO? emissions by up to 85%, making it favorable for investment.
   
• Rising expansion of LNG as a marine fuel will augment exhaust gas treatment solutions such as methane slip reduction technologies and hybrid scrubbers, boosting demand for MECS. Furthermore, the growing emphasis by bankers and investors on environmentally compliant fleets is motivating the shipowners to make retrofits to their vessels with scrubbers, SCR, and exhaust gas recirculation systems to receive investment, thus improving the industry statistics.
   

Marine Emission Control Systems Market Analysis

• The marine emission control systems industry was valued at USD 10.3 billion, USD 11.9 billion and USD 13.1 billion in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively. The industry is segmented in SCR, scrubber, ESP and others based on technology.
   
• The scrubber segment is anticipated to reach over USD 16.3 billion by 2034. The increasing inclination among shipowners towards more economical options, including adopting cheaper high-sulfur fuel oil in place of low-sulfur MGO or very low sulfur fuel oil, will enhance the adoption of technology. Rising technological advancements aimed at enhancing system efficiency, reliability, and ease of installation and operation, along with innovations to comply with regulations and broaden applicability, will further support the marine emission control systems market growth.
   
• The SCR segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5.5% through 2034. Growing global focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving sustainability goals will influence the maritime sector to adopt advanced solutions to lower their environmental footprint, aligning with the growing demand for eco-friendly shipping practices. In June 2023, Caterpillar dealer Trakindo placed an order for one hundred units of the CAT C32 engines which are known for their strong power-to-weight ratio of between 600 hp and 1800 hp at per 2,300 rpm. These engines also achieve IMO III compliance with the addition of a selective catalytic reduction system.
   
• The ESP segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2034, due to its high efficiency in removing up to 99% of particulate matter, making it an effective solution for reducing black carbon, soot, and heavy metals in exhaust gases. Ongoing innovations in compact, high-performance marine ESP systems to make them more suitable for retrofits in existing vessels with space constraints, will drive technology adoption across commercial shipping fleets.
   

• Based on fuel, the marine emission control systems is segmented into MDO, MGO, hybrid and others. MDO segment held around 65.2% share of marine emission control systems market in 2024 on account of its lower sulfur content of 0.1–0.5% compared to HFO, reducing SO? emissions and minimizing the need for exhaust gas cleaning systems (scrubbers), making compliance easier. Furthermore, rising demand for lower viscous fuel with fewer impurities leading to less engine wear, easier fuel handling, and reduced sludge formation, cutting down maintenance expenses for ship operators will complement the industry landscape.
   
• Hybrid fuel segment is set to grow at a CAGR of over 8.1% till 2034 due to their lower emissions of sulfur oxides (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter (PM). Rising demand for cost-effective alternatives to fully transition to low-sulfur fuels compared to investing in costly exhaust gas cleaning systems will boost the fuel adoption.
   
• Additionally, improved fuel availability and expanding supporting infrastructure to enhance their appeal and make them a practical choice for shipowners will bolster the market growth. Shipping has shown significant growth in fuel adoption, driving the business outlook. In April 2024, Hanaria, Japan's first hydrogen-biofuel hybrid passenger vessel has commenced operations in kyushu. This vessel can change from hydrogen fuel cell to lithium-ion battery and biodiesel which reduces GHG emission by 53% to 100% compared to vessels of its type that use fossil fuels.
   
• By 2034, MGO fuel demand will boom with a projected CAGR of above 7.9%. This is mainly due to the sulfur content of 0.1% – 0.5%, which surpasses the maximum limit and makes MGO high-sulfur fuel compliant with scrubles vessels, hence serving as a better option than high-sulfur fuels. In addition, the availability of the fuel at ports across the globe is higher than that of LNG, methanol, or ammonia, which guarantees a seamless fuel supply for international shipping activities and will improve the industry's statistics.
   

• As of 2024, North America captured more than 17.4% of the market share, which is expected to improve further by 2034. The U.S. marine emission control systems market was valued at USD 1.3 billion, 1.5 billion, and 1.7 billion in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively.
   
• Growing stringent environmental regulations enforced by organizations such as the EPA and compliance with International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards will influence industry dynamics. Growing emphasis on environmental advocacy and corporate social responsibility encourages stakeholders and consumers to adopt more sustainable practices, further supporting the industry's growth.
   
• The inclination of major players to invest extensively in product adoption and innovation will improve the industry landscape. In June 2021, Eagle Bulk Shipping of the U.S. acquired two Ultramax bulk carriers built in 2015 with scrubbers for USD 44 million. These SDARI-64 design vessels, crafted by Jiangsu Hantong Ship Heavy Industry Co., are slated to be renamed M/V Antwerp Eagle and M/V Valencia Eagle, with a delivery timeline set for Q3 2021.
   
• Asia Pacific marine emission control systems market is likely to exceed USD 14.5 billion by 2034. The incremental enforcement of stringent maritime emission regulations in China, Japan, and South Korea will increase the product demand. In 2020, China established Emission Control Areas in major ports and coastal zones which mandated the utilization of low-sulfur fuel and emission control devices.
   
• Rising maritime trade and shipping activities in the region escalates emission control systems adoption. As cited in a 2021 UNCTAD report, Asia was the top performer in maritime cargo handling through containers, with the region making up 42% and 64% of exports and imports, respectively. Roughly 40% of containerized trade was along main East-West routes connecting Asia with Europe and the U.S.; lesser-known South Asia-Mediterranean routes accounted for 12.9%.
   
• The Europe marine emission control systems market is expected to increase by more than USD 5.5 billion by 2034 owing to the growing adoption of cleaner technologies, and the increased emission control areas in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and English Channel. Additionally, green port initiatives offering incentives for low-emission vessels, shore-side electricity, and LNG bunkering, encouraging fleet decarbonization will propel the product adoption.
   

Marine Emission Control Systems Market Share

• Top three players, including ALFA LAVAL, Wartsila, Babcock and Wilcox Enterprises and Clean Marine account for nearly 41.9% of the marine emission control systems industry. These firms have embraced innovation and technology in creating sophisticated high-efficiency and low-emission solutions to maintain a competitive edge.
   
• New market entrants are establishing strategic alliances and penetrating new geographies to capture new markets. Also, primary stakeholders provide emission control systems aftermarket services, which enables them to add additional value for customers and promote customer loyalty and recurring revenues.
   
• Businesses are prioritizing the installation of scrubbers, SCR systems, and shore power connections on existing fleets to assist shipowners meet the requirements of IMO 2020 and ECA standards economically. Furthermore, companies are strengthening their foothold in Europe, the Asia Pacific, and North America by establishing service and supply centers to aid in the installation of scrubbers, LNG infrastructure, as well as maintenance services.
   

Marine Emission Control Systems Market Companies

• Wartsila, an established player in marine emission control systems industry recorded net sales of USD 6,961.5 million in 2024 and USD 6,493 million in 2023. The company is actively enhancing marine emission control through a range of innovative solutions. The exhaust gas cleaning systems ensure compliance with global maritime regulations by reducing harmful emissions of sulfur oxides, particulate matter and black carbon. In September 2024, Leonhardt & Blumberg signed a contract for three container ships with the German Company which operated them for scrubbers’ systems configured to CCS.
   
• Yara International, a growing company in the market, posted USD 13,934 million in revenue in 2024 and EBITA of USD 1,889 million. The company has developed exhaust gas cleaning systems capable of reducing sulfur oxide emissions to meet the strictest regulations, including the 0.1% sulfur content requirement in Emission Control Areas. These scrubbers can handle fuel sulfur content up to 3.5% and operate in open, closed, or hybrid modes, providing flexibility to vessel operators.
   

Eminent players operating in the marine emission control systems market are:

• ALFA LAVAL
• Babcock and Wilcox Enterprises
• Clean Marine
• CR Ocean Engineering
• Ecospec
• Ecospray Technologies
• Fuji Electric
• Langh Tech
• ME Production
• Tenneco
• VDL AEC Maritime
• Valmet Corporation
• Wartsila
• Yara International
   

Marine Emission Control Systems Industry News:

• In September 2024, Leonhardt & Blumberg, a German shipping company, teamed up with Wartsila to equip three of its feeder containerships with advanced scrubbers. These next-generation scrubbers are engineered to be CCS-ready, signaling a proactive approach toward the anticipated future carbon capture and storage solutions integration.
   
• In June 2023, Wartsila Automation, Navigation, and Control Systems (ANCS) launched a retrofit solution for marine engine governors in partnership with Swedish green tech company Qtagg. This advanced system is designed to improve the longevity of propulsion control systems, optimize vessel performance, minimize fuel usage, and reduce emissions.
   

This marine emission control systems market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in “(USD Billion)” from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, Technology

• SCR
• Scrubber
  • Wet
    • Open Loop
    • Closed Loop
    • Hybrid
    • Others
  • Dry
• ESP
  • Wet
  • Dry
• Others

Market, By Fuel

• MDO
• MGO
• Hybrid
• Others

Market, By Application

• Commercial
• Offshore
• Recreational
• Navy
• Others

The above information has been provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • Norway
  • France
  • Russia
  • Denmark
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Vietnam
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Angola
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Mexico