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全球壓裂砂市場

Frac Sand
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簡介目錄

預計到2030年，全球壓裂砂市場規模將達281億美元。

全球壓裂砂市場在 2024 年估計為 132 億美元，預計到 2030 年將達到 281 億美元，在 2024-2030 年分析期間的複合年成長率為 13.4%。

美國市場規模估計為38億美元，而中國市場預計將以12.5%的複合年成長率成長。

預計2024年，美國壓裂砂市場規模將達38億美元。作為世界第二大經濟體，中國預計到2030年市場規模將達到42億美元，在2024年至2030年的分析期間內，年複合成長率（CAGR）將達到12.5%。其他值得關注的區域市場包括日本和加拿大，預計在分析期內，這兩個市場的年複合成長率將分別達到12.0%和11.2%。在歐洲，德國的年複合成長率預計將達到約10.9%。

全球壓裂砂市場－主要趨勢與促進因素概述

壓裂砂如何改變水力壓裂產業？

壓裂砂是水力壓裂（壓裂法）製程的關鍵組成部分，是開採傳統上難以取得的油氣蘊藏量的重要材料。水力壓裂是將水、化學物質和砂的混合物在高壓下注入地下岩層，形成裂縫，使受困的碳氫化合物能夠更自由地流動。壓裂砂起到支撐劑的作用，保持裂縫暢通，確保油氣能逸出到地表進行開採。與其他類型的砂相比，壓裂砂具有高純度、球形度和抗壓強度等物理特性，使其特別適合用於壓裂。隨著能源產業尋求最大限度地提高頁岩等傳統型儲存的產量，對壓裂砂的需求激增，使其成為油氣供應鏈中的關鍵商品。

壓裂砂主要開採自富含石英的砂礦床，必須符合嚴格的業界標準才能用於水力壓裂。砂粒必須足夠堅固，能夠承受地下深處產生的巨大壓力，並且粒徑均勻，以確保有效填補裂縫。二疊紀盆地和巴肯組等地區頁岩油氣產量的成長帶動了壓裂砂開採的快速發展，許多新的砂礦正在這些產油區附近開發。砂礦資源靠近鑽井點降低了運輸成本，提高了壓裂效率，為營運商帶來了顯著的成本優勢。這種物流優勢正在推動當今油氣市場對高品質壓裂砂的需求。

壓裂砂在提高油井產能方面發揮什麼作用？

壓裂砂在提高油氣井產能方面發揮著至關重要的作用，尤其是在傳統鑽井技術難以發揮作用的頁岩地層中。壓裂砂在水力壓裂過程中扮演支撐劑的作用，有助於維持岩石裂縫的開放，進而促進油氣的流動。滲透率的提高直接轉化為油井產能的提升，使得從以往難以開採的地層中提取油氣成為可能。長期維持生產能力是油井經濟效益的關鍵，而壓裂砂已被證明是實現這一目標不可或缺的組成部分。壓裂砂顆粒的大小、形狀和強度顯著影響油井的整體性能，細顆粒更適用於壓力較高的深井，而粗顆粒則更適用於較淺的地層。

近年來，隨著能源公司發現提高支撐劑濃度能提升油井產量，水力壓裂中壓裂砂的使用量急遽增加。這種被稱為「高強度壓裂」或「支撐劑充注」的技術，需要向井中註入比傳統方法多得多的砂子。因此，壓裂砂的需求量激增，推動了支撐劑技術的創新以及對新型、更高效砂源的探索。雖然在某些情況下，人們已經開發出合成支撐劑來取代天然砂，但由於壓裂砂的成本效益和易得性，它仍然是首選。壓裂砂用量與油井產量之間的相關性已被明確證實，使其成為現代能源開採過程中不可或缺的一部分。

壓裂砂開採對當地經濟和環境有何影響？

壓裂砂開採的快速擴張對當地經濟產生了顯著影響，尤其是在威斯康辛州、德克薩斯州和明尼蘇達州等擁有大量砂礦礦床的地區。壓裂砂砂礦的開發為這些地區創造了大量就業機會，涵蓋了從採礦作業本身到運輸和物流服務的各個環節。這種經濟影響在傳統上依賴農業和其他成長潛力有限的產業的農村地區尤其顯著。除了直接就業外，壓裂砂開採作業還有助於增加當地稅收、促進基礎設施建設以及其他惠及周邊社區的經濟活動。然而，這種成長並非一帆風順，採礦作業的快速擴張引發了人們對環境影響的擔憂。

壓裂砂開採帶來的一個主要環境問題是對自然景觀的破壞。大規模採砂作業通常涉及森林砍伐、水道改道和大面積土地開挖，可能導致棲息地破壞和土壤侵蝕。此外，壓裂砂的加工和運輸會產生粉塵和顆粒物，影響空氣質量，並對附近居民的健康構成威脅。用水量也是一個重要議題。壓裂砂加工需要大量水用於清洗和分類砂子。為了應對這些問題，許多州和地方政府已經實施了旨在最大限度減少壓裂砂開採對環境影響的法規。企業也正在投資更永續的採礦方式，例如水循環利用和土地修復，以減少對環境的影響。

推動壓裂砂市場快速成長的因素有哪些？

壓裂砂市場的成長受多種因素驅動，包括石油和天然氣需求的成長、鑽井技術的進步以及水力壓裂中支撐劑用量增加的趨勢。美國頁岩氣產量的擴張是壓裂砂市場擴張的主要催化劑。隨著石油和燃氣公司開發先前無法採收的頁岩蘊藏量，對壓裂砂的需求激增。隨著水力壓裂技術的廣泛應用，營運商正在鑽探更長的水平井，並增加每口井的支撐劑用量。這一趨勢導致壓裂砂消費量激增，因為每口井需要更多的砂才能最大限度地提高產量。此外，諸如多級壓裂等新型鑽井技術的開發也進一步推動了壓裂砂的需求，因為這些技術依賴大量的支撐劑來提高油井產能。

壓裂砂市場的另一個關鍵促進因素是砂資源與主要油氣盆地的地理位置接近性。由於運輸成本在壓裂砂總成本中佔很大比例，能源公司擴大從靠近鑽井作業的礦場採購砂。這導致西德克薩斯（二疊紀盆地所在地）等地區的砂礦開採活動激增。本地化的壓裂砂生產有助於降低營運商的成本，同時確保高品質支撐劑的穩定供應。油氣產業日益重視成本效益，加上能源需求不斷成長，鞏固了壓裂砂作為未來水力壓裂技術關鍵組成部分的地位。隨著市場的持續擴張，壓裂砂的採購、加工和運輸的技術創新預計將進一步塑造該產業的成長軌跡。

部分：

段（壓裂砂）

受訪公司範例

  • Badger Mining Corporation
  • CARBO Ceramics
  • Chieftain Sand
  • Chongqing Changjiang
  • Emerge Energy Services
  • Fairmount Santrol
  • Hi Crush
  • Preferred Sands
  • Smart Sand Inc
  • Source Energy Services
  • US Silica
  • Unimin Corporation

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目錄

第1章調查方法

第2章執行摘要

  • 市場概覽
  • 主要企業
  • 市場趨勢和促進因素
  • 全球市場展望

第3章 市場分析

  • 美國
  • 加拿大
  • 日本
  • 中國
  • 歐洲
  • 法國
  • 德國
  • 義大利
  • 英國
  • 其他歐洲
  • 亞太地區
  • 世界其他地區

第4章 競賽

簡介目錄
Product Code: MCP12066

Global Frac Sand Market to Reach US$28.1 Billion by 2030

The global market for Frac Sand estimated at US$13.2 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$28.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 13.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$3.8 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 12.5% CAGR

The Frac Sand market in the U.S. is estimated at US$3.8 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$4.2 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 12.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 12.0% and 11.2% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 10.9% CAGR.

Global Frac Sand Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

How Is Frac Sand Revolutionizing the Hydraulic Fracturing Industry?

Frac sand, a key component in the hydraulic fracturing (or fracking) process, has become an essential material in unlocking previously unreachable oil and gas reserves. Hydraulic fracturing involves injecting a mixture of water, chemicals, and sand at high pressure into underground rock formations to create fractures, allowing trapped hydrocarbons to flow more freely. Frac sand serves as a proppant, holding these fractures open and ensuring that oil or gas can escape to the surface for extraction. The physical properties of frac sand-its high purity, roundness, and crush resistance-make it uniquely suited for this task, compared to other types of sand. As the energy industry seeks to maximize output from unconventional reservoirs such as shale, the demand for frac sand has surged, transforming it into a critical commodity within the oil and gas supply chain.

Frac sand is sourced primarily from quartz-rich sand deposits, and it must meet strict industry standards before it can be used in hydraulic fracturing. The sand grains must be strong enough to withstand the immense pressures encountered deep within the earth, and they must be uniform in size to ensure efficient packing within the fractures. The increase in shale oil and gas production in regions like the Permian Basin and the Bakken Formation has led to a boom in frac sand mining, with many new sand mines being developed close to these energy-producing areas. The proximity of sand sources to drilling sites reduces transportation costs and increases the efficiency of the fracking process, giving operators a significant cost advantage. This logistical aspect has further intensified the need for high-quality frac sand in today's oil and gas markets.

What Role Does Frac Sand Play in Enhancing Well Productivity?

Frac sand plays a pivotal role in enhancing the productivity of oil and gas wells, particularly in shale formations, where traditional drilling methods were ineffective. By acting as a proppant in the hydraulic fracturing process, frac sand ensures that fractures created in the rock remain open, allowing oil and gas to flow more freely. This increase in permeability is directly linked to improved well productivity, as it allows operators to extract hydrocarbons from previously inaccessible rock formations. The ability to sustain production rates over longer periods is key to the economic success of a well, and frac sand has proven to be a critical factor in achieving this goal. The size, shape, and strength of the frac sand particles can significantly influence the overall performance of a well, with finer grains used for deeper wells where pressures are higher, and coarser grains applied in shallower formations.

The volume of frac sand used in hydraulic fracturing has increased dramatically in recent years, as energy companies have discovered that higher concentrations of proppant lead to more productive wells. This technique, known as "high-intensity fracturing" or "proppant loading," involves injecting significantly more sand into the well than was previously standard practice. As a result, the demand for frac sand has skyrocketed, leading to innovations in proppant technology and the search for new, more efficient sources of sand. In some cases, synthetic proppants have been developed to replace natural sand, but frac sand remains the preferred option due to its cost-effectiveness and availability. The relationship between frac sand usage and well performance has been clearly established, making it a critical component of the modern energy extraction process.

How Is Frac Sand Mining Impacting Local Economies and the Environment?

The rapid expansion of frac sand mining has had a significant impact on local economies, particularly in areas where large sand deposits are located, such as Wisconsin, Texas, and Minnesota. The development of frac sand mines has created numerous jobs in these regions, from the mining itself to transportation and logistics services. This economic boost is especially important in rural areas that have traditionally relied on agriculture or other industries with limited growth prospects. In addition to direct employment, frac sand mining operations contribute to local tax revenues, infrastructure improvements, and other economic activities that benefit the surrounding communities. However, this growth has not come without challenges, as the rapid expansion of mining operations has sparked concerns over environmental impacts.

One of the major environmental concerns associated with frac sand mining is the disruption of natural landscapes. Large-scale sand mining operations often involve the clearing of forests, the alteration of waterways, and the excavation of large tracts of land, leading to habitat destruction and the potential for soil erosion. Additionally, the processing and transportation of frac sand generate dust and particulate matter, which can affect air quality and pose health risks to nearby residents. Water usage is another critical issue, as frac sand processing requires large volumes of water for washing and sorting the sand. In response to these concerns, many states and local governments have implemented regulations aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of frac sand mining. Companies are also investing in more sustainable mining practices, such as water recycling and land reclamation, to reduce their environmental footprint.

What’s Driving the Rapid Growth of the Frac Sand Market?

The growth in the frac sand market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for oil and natural gas, advancements in drilling technology, and the shift toward higher proppant loading in hydraulic fracturing. The rise of shale gas production in the United States has been a major catalyst for the expansion of the frac sand market. As oil and gas companies have unlocked previously inaccessible reserves in shale formations, the need for frac sand has soared. Hydraulic fracturing has become more widespread, with operators drilling longer lateral wells and using greater volumes of proppant per well. This trend has resulted in a sharp increase in frac sand consumption, as each well now requires more sand to maximize production. Additionally, the development of new drilling techniques, such as multi-stage fracturing, has further driven the demand for frac sand, as these methods rely on high volumes of proppant to enhance well performance.

Another significant driver of the frac sand market is the geographical proximity of sand sources to key oil and gas basins. As transportation costs account for a significant portion of the total cost of frac sand, energy companies are increasingly sourcing sand from mines located near drilling operations. This has led to a surge in sand mining activity in regions such as West Texas, where the Permian Basin is located. Localized frac sand production has helped reduce costs for operators while ensuring a steady supply of high-quality proppant. The increasing focus on cost-efficiency in the oil and gas industry, coupled with the rising demand for energy, has solidified frac sand's role as a critical component in the future of hydraulic fracturing. As the market continues to expand, innovations in frac sand sourcing, processing, and transportation are expected to further shape the industry's growth trajectory.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Frac Sand market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:

Segment (Frac Sand)

Geographic Regions/Countries:

World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; UK; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 13 Featured) -

  • Badger Mining Corporation
  • CARBO Ceramics
  • Chieftain Sand
  • Chongqing Changjiang
  • Emerge Energy Services
  • Fairmount Santrol
  • Hi Crush
  • Preferred Sands
  • Smart Sand Inc
  • Source Energy Services
  • U.S Silica
  • Unimin Corporation

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. METHODOLOGY

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  • 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
    • Trade Shocks, Uncertainty, and the Structural Rewiring of the Global Economy
    • Global Economic Update
    • Frac Sand - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
    • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
  • 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
    • Surging Hydraulic Fracturing Activities Drive Demand for Frac Sand
    • Increasing Oil and Gas Exploration Activities Propel Frac Sand Market
    • Innovations in Frac Sand Logistics and Storage Solutions Expand Market Scope
    • Environmental Regulations Tighten, Impacting Frac Sand Market Dynamics
    • Development of Alternative Proppants Sets New Challenges for Frac Sand Suppliers
    • Growing Demand for High-Purity Frac Sand Strengthens Market Opportunities
    • Water Management Practices in Fracking Impact Frac Sand Usage
    • Shift Toward Longer Lateral Wells: A Crucial Trend for Frac Sand Providers
  • 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
    • TABLE 1: World Frac Sand Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2030
    • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 4: World 15-Year Perspective for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030

III. MARKET ANALYSIS

  • UNITED STATES
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 5: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 6: USA Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • CANADA
    • TABLE 7: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 8: Canada Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • JAPAN
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 9: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 10: Japan Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • CHINA
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 11: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 12: China Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • EUROPE
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 13: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 14: Europe Historic Review for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 15: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Frac Sand by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • FRANCE
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 16: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 17: France Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • GERMANY
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 18: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 19: Germany Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • ITALY
    • TABLE 20: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 21: Italy Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • UNITED KINGDOM
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 22: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 23: UK Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • REST OF EUROPE
    • TABLE 24: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 25: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • ASIA-PACIFIC
    • Frac Sand Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 26: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 27: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • REST OF WORLD
    • TABLE 28: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 29: Rest of World Historic Review for Frac Sand by Segment - Frac Sand Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR

IV. COMPETITION