by Offshore oil and gas platforms operating for more than 25–30 years reach the end of their production life and require decommissioning. Decommissioning removes the platform and related offshore infrastructure safely and in accordance with regulatory guidelines to restore the marine environment. It involves removal, transportation, and disposal of oil and gas structures and pipelines including topsides, jackets, and foundations of offshore platforms.
The global offshore decommissioning market is estimated to be valued at US$ 7.07 billion in 2024 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period 2023-2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.
Market key trends:
Growing global oil rig decommissioning projects is one of the major trends fueling growth of the offshore decommissioning market. Over the next couple of decades, a large number of aging offshore oil and gas platforms will reach the end of their production life and require decommissioning. According to some estimates, over 600 oil and gas platforms in Europe and 1,000 platforms in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico are expected to be decommissioned in coming years, providing opportunities for offshore decommissioning service providers. Furthermore, introduction of more stringent laws regarding decommissioning of offshore oil and gas structures is prompting oil companies to increase investments in decommissioning activities, thereby boosting growth of the overall market.
SWOT Analysis
Strength: The offshore decommissioning market is driven by stringent government regulations regarding the decommissioning of aging offshore infrastructure. Regulations ensure complete removal of infrastructure and prevents damage to the environment.
Weakness: High initial costs associated with decommissioning projects. Complex decommissioning projects involving difficult technical challenges increase costs.
Opportunity: Growing aging offshore oil & gas infrastructure in regions like Europe and North America will drive decommissioning activities. Newcontracts for decommissioning projects will open up opportunities.
Threats: Delays and cost overruns pose threats to decommissioning projects due to technical challenges. Rising frequency and intensity of natural disasters can disrupt decommissioning operations.
Key Takeaways
The Global Offshore Decommissioning Market Size is expected to witness high growth in the forecast period of 2023-2030. The global offshore decommissioning market is estimated to be valued at US$ 7.07 billion in 2024 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period 2023-2030.
Regional analysis comprises Europe dominates the market currently due to extensive oil & gas operations and aging infrastructure in the North Sea. Stringent EU regulations mandate complete removal of disused offshore infrastructure. The North America region is expected to grow at a significant rate during the forecast period. Countries like the US have a large stock of aging offshore oil platforms and pipelines in the Gulf of Mexico awaiting decommissioning. Growing decommissioning activities in the Gulf of Mexico will drive market revenues.
Key players operating in the offshore decommissioning market are Exxon Mobil, Shell, Chevron and BP. The global market is fragmented in nature with presence of several international and local players. Key players focus on strategic partnerships and collaborations to win large decommissioning contracts. They also invest in new technologies to efficiently carry out complex decommissioning projects.
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1. Source: Coherent Market Insights, Public sources, Desk research
2. We have leveraged AI tools to mine information and compile it
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