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市場調查報告書
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2025 年至 2033 年燃氣引擎市場報告(按燃料類型、功率輸出、應用、產業垂直和地區分類)Gas Engine Market Report by Fuel Type, Power Output, Application, Industry Vertical, and Region 2025-2033 |
2024年全球燃氣引擎市場規模達58億美元。展望未來, IMARC Group預計到2033年市場規模將達到81億美元,2025-2033年期間的成長率(CAGR)為3.9%。將燃氣引擎與再生能源相結合的混合動力系統的使用日益增多、對不間斷電源的需求不斷成長以及資料中心數量的不斷增加是推動市場發展的一些主要因素。
主要市場促進因素:對清潔能源的需求不斷增加、天然氣供應充足、燃氣引擎在工業應用和發電中的應用日益增多、燃氣引擎效率的技術快速進步以及嚴格的環境法規是燃氣引擎市場的主要促進因素。
主要市場趨勢:燃氣引擎市場的主要趨勢包括向高效、低排放引擎的轉變、增加沼氣和氫燃料的使用,以及整合物聯網技術進行性能監控和預測性維護。人們也越來越關注將燃氣引擎與再生能源結合的混合動力系統。
地理趨勢:由於擁有先進的天然氣基礎設施、對節能發電的大量投資、豐富的天然氣儲量以及該地區對再生能源整合的承諾,北美在燃氣引擎市場處於領先地位。
競爭格局:燃氣引擎行業的主要市場參與者包括Caterpillar公司、中國玉柴國際有限公司、康明斯公司、斗山公司、通用電氣公司、現代重工有限公司、JFE 控股公司、川崎重工有限公司、三菱重工有限公司、勞斯萊斯公司、西門子股份公司、大眾汽車股份公司和瓦錫蘭公司等。
挑戰與機會:燃氣引擎市場的挑戰包括嚴格的環境法規和替代再生技術的競爭。永續能源解決方案的需求不斷成長,以及燃氣引擎與混合動力系統相結合的潛力,為各種應用提供更清潔、更有效率的能源生產,帶來了機會。
快速工業化
推動燃氣引擎需求的主要因素之一是全球工業化的快速發展。隨著發展中國家尋求現代化,其能源需求正在激增。燃氣引擎以其可靠性和效率而聞名,通常是工業環境中發電的首選解決方案。它們提供了一種強大而靈活的方式來滿足波動的能源需求。此外,燃氣引擎可使用多種燃料,包括天然氣,使其成為製造業、石化業和紡織業等不同行業的多功能選擇。美國能源資訊署報告顯示,2022年美國全社會用電量約4.07兆千瓦時,較前一年成長2.6%。此外,預計2024年的能源消耗量將比2023年增加2%,其中住宅領域的消耗量最高,增幅將達到4%。
環境問題日益嚴重
隨著人們對氣候變遷認知的不斷提高,人們擴大轉向更清潔的能源選擇。根據IPCC第六次《氣候變遷物理基礎評估報告》,燃燒化石燃料每年向大氣排放約110億公噸碳。同樣,美國國家海洋暨大氣總署國家環境資訊中心發布的《2023年全球氣候報告》提供的另一份資料也指出,海洋和陸地溫度總和以平均每十年0.20攝氏度的速度上升。此外,2023 年的每個月都位列當月最溫暖的 7 月份之列,7 月、8 月和 9 月的全球氣溫比長期平均氣溫高出 1.0 度。與傳統的燃煤或石油發電系統相比,燃氣引擎排放的溫室氣體較少。這使得它們成為滿足能源需求的更環保的選擇。世界各國政府採取的嚴格排放法規進一步推動了工業和發電廠對燃氣引擎的需求,從而增加了其需求。
能源安全日益增強
依賴單一來源或單一類型的能源可能會對一個國家的能源安全構成風險。燃氣引擎提供了多樣化能源結構的替代方案,從而減少了對進口石油或集中電網的依賴。天然氣資源豐富,可在國內或區域內開採,有利於能源安全穩定。這導致對燃氣引擎技術的投資增加,從而進一步推動需求。根據全球能源監測,超過 748 吉瓦(GW)的天然氣發電廠正處於前期和建設階段,資本支出約 6,010 億美元。例如,2022 年 11 月,瓦錫蘭收到印度泰米爾納德邦石油產品有限公司 (TPL) 的訂單,為位於金奈的 15.5 兆瓦自備發電廠提供兩台 34SG 燃氣引擎。
天然氣佔據市場主導地位
天然氣是燃氣引擎常用的燃料之一。它主要由甲烷組成,是一種從地下儲量中提取的天然化石燃料。與汽油或柴油引擎相比,天然氣引擎以其高效和低排放而聞名。根據石油和天然氣部的數據,截至 2023 年,印度天然氣在能源籃子中的佔有率為 6.7%。政府已設定目標,2030年將天然氣在能源結構中的比例提高到15%。此類政策措施可能會促進天然氣產業的發展。
1-2 MW 佔據最大市場佔有率
輸出功率為 1-2 MW 的引擎用於需要中等功率的應用。這些通常存在於中型製造工廠、大型商業建築和小型發電廠。它們用途廣泛,既可以用作主電源,也可以用作備用電源。
發電主導市場
燃氣引擎最常見的應用之一是發電。這些引擎用於發電,既可以作為主要電源,也可以作為商業建築、工業設施和住宅區的備用發電機。例如,2021 年 10 月,布里格斯·斯特拉頓推出了 Vanguard 400 系列引擎,旨在為各種商業和工業設備提供可靠的動力。再如,2021年4月,美國工具零售公司Northern Tool + Equipment Co.收購了家族經營的小型引擎零件和戶外動力設備零件公司Jack's Small Engines。此次收購增強了北方工具+設備公司在工具、設備、引擎和維護服務方面的能力,鞏固了其在市場上的地位。
公用事業主導市場
在公用事業領域,燃氣引擎在發電中發揮關鍵作用。它們通常用於集中式和分散式能源系統。較小的引擎可作為住宅和商業建築的備用發電機,而輸出功率在兆瓦範圍內的較大引擎可用於公用事業規模的發電廠。燃氣引擎因其效率高、排放低以及根據能源需求快速增加或減少的能力而受到重視。
北美佔明顯優勢,佔燃氣引擎市場最大佔有率
市場研究報告也對所有主要區域市場進行了全面分析,包括北美(美國和加拿大);亞太地區(中國、日本、印度、韓國、澳洲、印尼等);歐洲(德國、法國、英國、義大利、西班牙、俄羅斯等);拉丁美洲(巴西、墨西哥等);以及中東和非洲。報告顯示,北美佔據最大的市場佔有率。
頁岩氣開採量的增加是推動北美地區燃氣引擎需求的主要因素之一。此外,日益增強的環保意識和政府更嚴格的排放政策正在推動該地區對燃氣引擎等更清潔能源解決方案的需求。除此之外,對可靠高效電力的不斷成長的需求正在對市場產生積極影響。除此之外,主要參與者正在該地區大力擴張。例如,康明斯公司於 2024 年宣布,其專為重型和公路應用而設計的新型 15 升天然氣引擎可能會使替代動力系統的客戶數量增加 5 倍。其北美地區公司負責人表示,它克服了有關低功率和低扭矩的投訴,並且可以使用潛在的淨零碳再生天然氣(RNG)運作。
市場研究報告也對市場競爭格局進行了全面的分析。也提供了所有主要公司的詳細資料。燃氣引擎行業的主要市場參與者包括Caterpillar公司、中國玉柴國際有限公司、康明斯公司、斗山公司、通用電氣公司、現代重工有限公司、JFE控股公司、川崎重工有限公司、三菱重工有限公司、勞斯萊斯公司、西門子股份公司、大眾汽車股份公司和瓦錫蘭公司等。
(請注意,這只是關鍵參與者的部分列表,完整列表在報告中提供。)
領先的公司正在整合渦輪增壓器,允許更多的空氣被壓縮並與燃料混合,從而實現更強大的燃燒,並在更小的引擎尺寸下輸出更高的功率,有效提高燃油效率。它們還配備了先進的電子控制單元 (ECU),可精確控制燃油噴射、空燃比和點火正時等各種引擎參數,提高性能、降低油耗,並使診斷和維護更加容易。此外,主要參與者正在開發混合燃氣引擎,旨在與太陽能或風能等再生能源協同工作。這些混合系統可以根據需要在電源之間切換,從而確保持續的能源供應,同時減少整體碳足跡。例如,2021年2月,總部位於瑞士的鐵路設備製造公司TMH International以1.63億美元收購了勞斯萊斯的Bergen Engines中速燃氣和柴油引擎業務。
The global gas engine market size reached USD 5.8 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 8.1 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% during 2025-2033. The increasing use of hybrid systems that combine gas engines with renewable sources, rising need for uninterrupted power supply, and the growing number of data centers are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Major Market Drivers: Increasing demand for clean energy sources, the abundant availability of natural gas, growing adoption of gas engines in industrial applications and power generation, rapid technological advancements in gas engine efficiency, and stringent environmental regulations are the major drivers for gas engine market.
Key Market Trends: Key trends in the gas engine market include a shift towards high-efficiency, low-emission engines, increasing use of biogas and hydrogen fuels, and integration of IoT technology for performance monitoring and predictive maintenance. There is also a growing focus on hybrid power systems combining gas engines with renewable energy sources.
Geographical Trends: North America is leading the gas engine market due to the presence of advanced gas infrastructure, significant investments in energy-efficient power generation, abundant natural gas reserves, and the region's commitment to renewable energy integration.
Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the Gas Engine industry include Caterpillar Inc., China Yuchai International Limited, Cummins Inc., Doosan Corporation, General Electric Company, Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., JFE Holdings Inc., Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Rolls-Royce plc, Siemens AG, Volkswagen AG, and Wartsila Oyj Abp, among many others.
Challenges and Opportunities: Challenges in the gas engine market include stringent environmental regulations and competition from alternative renewable technologies. Opportunities arise from the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions and the potential for gas engines to integrate with hybrid systems, offering cleaner, more efficient energy production in diverse applications.
Rapid Industrialization
One of the primary factors driving the demand for gas engines is the rapid pace of industrialization worldwide. As developing countries seek to modernize, their energy requirements are surging. Gas engines, known for their reliability and efficiency, are often the go-to solution for power generation in industrial settings. They offer a robust and flexible way to meet fluctuating energy needs. Moreover, gas engines can run on a variety of fuels, including natural gas, making them a versatile choice for diverse industries, such as manufacturing, petrochemicals, and textiles. According to a report by the US Energy Information Administration, the total electricity consumption in the United States in 2022 was about 4.07 trillion kWh, an increase of 2.6% compared to the previous year. Furthermore, it is forecasted that the energy consumption will experience a 2% increase in 2024 from 2023, with the highest consumption anticipated from the residential sector with a 4% rise.
Rise in Environmental Concerns
With the growing awareness about climate change, there is an increase in the shift towards cleaner energy options. According to IPCC's Sixth Assessment Report on the Physical Basis of Climate Change, burning fossil fuels add about 11 billion metric tons of carbon to the atmosphere each year. Similarly, another data provided by the 2023 Global Climate Report from NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, stated that the combined ocean and land temperature increases at an average rate of 0.20 degree Celsius per decade. Moreover, every month of 2023 ranked among the 7 warmest for that month with global temperatures for July, August, and September reaching 1.0 degree Celsius above the long-term average. Gas engines emit fewer greenhouse gases as compared to traditional coal-fired or oil-based power generation systems. This makes them a more environment friendly choice for meeting energy needs. The adoption of strict emission regulations by governments worldwide further pushes industries and power plants toward gas engines, boosting their demand.
Growing Energy Security
Dependence on a single source or type of energy can pose risks to a country's energy security. Gas engines offer an alternative to diversify the energy mix, which reduces reliance on imported oil or centralized power grids. Natural gas is abundant and can be sourced domestically or regionally, which contributes to energy security and stability. This has led to increased investment in gas engine technologies, thereby further driving demand. According to the Global Energy Monitor, over 748 gigawatts (GW) of natural gas power plants are in pre- and construction phases, costing around US$ 601 billion in capital expenditure. For instance, in November 2022, Wartsila received an order for two 34SG gas engines by the Tamilnadu Petroproducts Limited (TPL) for 15.5 MW captive power plant in Chennai, India.
Natural gas dominates the market
Natural gas is one of the commonly used fuels for gas engines. Composed primarily of methane, it is a naturally occurring fossil fuel that is extracted from underground reserves. Natural gas engines are known for their efficiency and reduced emissions as compared to engines running on gasoline or diesel. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, as of 2023, India's share of natural gas in energy basket is 6.7%. The government has set a target to raise the share of natural gas in energy mix to 15% in 2030. Such policy-level initiatives are likely to boost the natural gas sector.
1-2 MW holds the largest share in the market
Engines with a power output of 1-2 MW are used in applications that require a moderate amount of power. These are commonly found in medium-sized manufacturing facilities, large commercial buildings, and small-scale power plants. They are versatile and can be used either as the main power source or as a backup.
Power generation dominates the market
One of the most common applications of gas engines is in power generation. These engines are used to generate electricity, either as the main power source or as backup generators for commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and residential areas. For instance, in October 2021, Briggs & Stratton launched Vanguard 400 series engines designed to deliver dependable power for various commercial and industrial equipment. In another example, in April 2021, Northern Tool + Equipment Co., a US-based tool retail company, acquired Jack's Small Engines, a family-owned small engine parts and outdoor power equipment parts company. This acquisition enhances Northern Tool + Equipment Co. 's capabilities in tools, equipment, engines, and maintenance services, consolidating its position in the market.
Utilities dominate the market
In the utilities sector, gas engines play a pivotal role in power generation. They are commonly used in both centralized and decentralized energy systems. Smaller engines may serve as backup generators for residential and commercial buildings, while larger engines with outputs in the megawatt range can be employed in utility-scale power plants. Gas engines are valued for their efficiency, lower emissions, and capability to quickly ramp up or down based on energy demand.
North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest gas engine market share
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America accounted for the largest market share.
The increasing extraction of shale gas represents one of the primary factors driving the demand for gas engines in the North American region. Moreover, the rising environmental awareness and stricter governmental policies on emissions are driving the demand for cleaner energy solutions like gas engines in the region. Besides this, the growing demand for reliable and efficient power is influencing the market positively. In addition to this, key players are expanding significantly in the region. For instance, Cummins Inc. announced in 2024 that its new 15-liter natural gas engine designed for heavy-duty and on-highway applications could lead to a 5-fold growth in customers for the alternative powertrain. It overcomes complaints about low power and torque and can run on potentially net-zero carbon renewable natural gas (RNG), as stated by its North America region Company Head.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the major market players in the gas engine industry include Caterpillar Inc., China Yuchai International Limited, Cummins Inc., Doosan Corporation, General Electric Company, Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., JFE Holdings Inc., Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Rolls-Royce plc, Siemens AG, Volkswagen AG, and Wartsila Oyj Abp, among many others.
(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)
The leading companies are integrating turbochargers that allow for more air to be compressed and mixed with fuel, which leads to more powerful combustion and results in higher power output from a smaller engine size, effectively improving fuel efficiency. They are also equipped with advanced electronic control units (ECUs) that offer precise control over various engine parameters like fuel injection, air-to-fuel ratio, and ignition timing and improve performance, reduce fuel consumption, and enable easier diagnostics and maintenance. Moreover, key players are developing hybrid gas engines that are designed to work in tandem with renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind power. These hybrid systems can switch between power sources as needed, which ensures constant energy supply while reducing the overall carbon footprint. For instance, in February 2021, TMH International, a Switzerland-based railroad equipment manufacturing company, acquired Rolls-Royce's Bergen Engines medium-speed gas and diesel engines business for $163 million.