Market Overview:

The industrial gases market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by expansion of the semiconductor and electronics sector, decarbonization of heavy manufacturing, and strengthening of healthcare infrastructure. According to IMARC Group’s latest research publication, “Industrial Gases Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Application, Supply Mode, and Region, 2025-2033”, the global industrial gases market size reached USD 109.4 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 158.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.13% from 2025-2033.

This detailed analysis primarily encompasses industry size, business trends, market share, key growth factors, and regional forecasts. The report offers a comprehensive overview and integrates research findings, market assessments, and data from different sources. It also includes pivotal market dynamics like drivers and challenges, while also highlighting growth opportunities, financial insights, technological improvements, emerging trends, and innovations. Besides this, the report provides regional market evaluation, along with a competitive landscape analysis.

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• Strategic Recommendations

Growth Factors in the Industrial Gases Market

• Expansion of the Semiconductor and Electronics Sector

The rapid proliferation of consumer electronics, electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence technologies is significantly boosting demand for high-purity industrial gases. Semiconductor manufacturing requires ultra-pure gases like nitrogen, argon, and hydrogen for critical processes such as deposition, etching, and cleaning. Recent industry reports highlight that gas usage in the global electronics sector has surged by approximately 25% over recent periods. To meet this escalating need, major gas suppliers are heavily investing in dedicated infrastructure; for instance, Air Liquide recently committed over $250 million to construct a new facility supplying ultra-pure nitrogen to Micron Technology. Similarly, the construction of dozens of new fabrication plants globally, supported by initiatives like the CHIPS Act, ensures a sustained and high-volume requirement for these specialty gases to support advanced chip production.

• Decarbonization of Heavy Manufacturing

The global push for net-zero emissions is transforming the steel, chemical, and refining industries, creating a massive growth avenue for industrial gases. Manufacturers are increasingly shifting from carbon-intensive processes to cleaner alternatives, such as Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) in steelmaking, which utilizes hydrogen and oxygen to reduce iron ore instead of coal. This transition is evidenced by Linde’s recent operational success, where the company secured 59 long-term agreements to build and operate small on-site nitrogen and oxygen plants, many dedicated to metal producers adopting lower-carbon routes. Furthermore, energy initiatives like the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act are incentivizing the adoption of low-carbon technologies, driving industrial facilities to integrate substantial volumes of oxygen and hydrogen to improve combustion efficiency and lower overall emissions.

• Strengthening of Healthcare Infrastructure

Following recent global health crises, governments and private healthcare providers are aggressively upgrading medical gas infrastructure to ensure resilience against future respiratory emergencies. Medical oxygen demand remains robust as hospitals expand critical care units and install permanent supply systems rather than relying solely on cylinders. In India, government initiatives such as the PM CARES Fund have facilitated the installation of over 550 Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plants in public health facilities to guarantee uninterrupted supply. Additionally, private sector players are securing long-term contracts to supply medical-grade gases; Air Liquide, for example, recently finalized agreements with 20 hospitals to provide low-carbon oxygen and nitrogen, reflecting a dual focus on supply security and sustainability in the healthcare sector.

Key Trends in the Industrial Gases Market

• The Green Hydrogen Revolution

A dominant trend is the industry-wide pivot from fossil-fuel-based "gray" hydrogen to "green" hydrogen produced via electrolysis powered by renewable energy. This shift is driven by national mandates aimed at energy independence and carbon reduction. For example, India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission has allocated a funding outlay of approximately $2 billion to establish a production capacity of 5 million metric tonnes per annum. Industrial gas giants are partnering with energy firms to build gigawatt-scale electrolyzers, creating a new ecosystem where hydrogen serves not just as a chemical feedstock but as a clean fuel for heavy transport and industrial heating. This trend fundamentally alters the market landscape, turning gas companies into key enablers of the global energy transition.

• Integration of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)

Industrial gas companies are increasingly integrating Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies directly into their service offerings to help clients manage emissions. Rather than simply venting CO2, new facilities are designed to capture emissions from steam methane reformers and other industrial processes for storage or utilization in applications like enhanced oil recovery or food and beverage carbonation. Current operational capacity for CCUS has surpassed 50 million tonnes of CO2 annually, with rapid scaling underway. Leading players are deploying proprietary capture technologies that allow heavy industries to continue operations while meeting strict environmental regulations, effectively monetizing waste streams and creating a circular gas economy.

• Adoption of On-Site Generation and Smart Digitalization

There is a growing trend toward decentralized, on-site gas generation coupled with digital management systems, moving away from the traditional liquid bulk delivery model. On-site generation reduces the carbon footprint associated with truck transportation and provides customers with greater supply reliability. This operational shift is enhanced by the Internet of Things (IoT) and AI-driven analytics. Modern gas plants now feature smart telemetry systems that monitor tank levels and system health in real-time, enabling predictive maintenance and automated restocking. Companies are deploying these "smart cylinders" and modular generation units to optimize efficiency, with recent reports indicating that digital monitoring can reduce unplanned downtime and operational costs by significant margins.

We explore the factors driving the growth of the market, including technological advancements, consumer behaviors, and regulatory changes, along with emerging industrial gases market trends.

Leading Companies Operating in the Industrial Gases Industry:

• Air Liquide S.A.
• Linde Group
• Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
• Airgas, Inc.

Industrial Gases Market Report Segmentation:

By Type:

• Nitrogen
• Oxygen
• Carbon Dioxide
• Argon
• Hydrogen
• Others

Nitrogen dominates the market due to its versatile applications in preservation and purging, safety advantages, and ongoing production technology advancements enhancing purity levels.

By Application:

• Manufacturing
• Metallurgy
• Energy
• Chemicals
• Healthcare
• Others

Manufacturing leads the segment as industrial gases are essential for welding, cutting, and process optimization across multiple production industries.

By Supply Mode:

• Packaged
• Bulk
• On-site

Packaged gases hold significant share owing to their portability, convenience, and wide usage across diverse industrial and healthcare applications.

Regional Insights:

• North America (United States, Canada)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
• Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
• Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
• Middle East and Africa

Asia Pacific accounts for the largest share, driven by rapid industrialization, manufacturing growth, and expanding healthcare infrastructure across emerging economies.

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