ATEX Pump Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Type (Centrifugal, Peristaltic, Diaphragm, and Others), By End-use Industry (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Mining, and Others), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global ATEX pump market is witnessing significant growth owing to its rising demand for hazardous applications such as solvent recovery, dealcoholisation plants, mining, and highly flammable liquids.

• ATEX pumps are gaining significant popularity in the mining sector owing to the growing demand for the extraction of critical minerals. For instance, in 2023, the demand for lithium grew by 30%, and the demand for cobalt, nickel, and graphite increased by 8%-10%. This growth is majorly attributed to the rising demand for these minerals in clean energy technologies such as solar PV, wind turbines, and others.
• Companies in the U.S. and Europe play a major role in the supply of all critical minerals regardless of the geographical location of mines states. For instance, Chinese companies are the leading nickel mine owners, accounting for around 40% of production. Furthermore, European companies hold a considerable share, accounting for over 20% of the supply of critical minerals.

ATEX Pump Market Driver

Flammable or Explosive Substances used in the Petrochemical and Oil & Gas Sectors Drive the Demand for ATEX Pumps

Centrifugal ATEX pumps are widely used in the petrochemicals oil & gas sector owing to their higher efficiency, capability, and reliability in handling various viscous & corrosive fluids. These pumps can operate efficiently in challenging environments such as drilling rigs and remote pipeline locations where there is a presence of hazardous vapors, flammable gases, and combustible dust.

• The growing emphasis on workplace safety in the oil & gas sector to minimize accidents and protect workers is driving the product demand in this sector. For instance, Debem ATEX pumps, which are available in pneumatic and double diaphragm models, are used in the oil & gas, petrochemicals, and mining sectors where the risk of explosion is high.
• In 2022, the European Union's import reliance on various crude oil and petroleum products surged to a new record high of 97.7% in 2022.
• According to the International Energy Association (IEA), the petrochemicals industry is estimated to account for more than 30% of the global oil demand by 2030 and almost 50% by 2050. In addition, petrochemicals are projected to consume an additional 56 billion cubic meters of natural gas by 2030, equivalent to about half of Canada's total gas consumption today.

Crude Oil Imports by Country of Origin, 2022

 The origins of the crude oil imported to the EU have changed considerably due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In May 2022, the European Commission implemented the REPowerEU plan to reduce its dependency on Russian fossil fuels.

ATEX Pump Market Restraint

High Initial Cost and Energy Consumption May Hinder Growth

ATEX pumps are quite expensive to purchase and install for large-scale applications. Further, their energy consumption is high, which leads to higher operating costs. These pumps are made from high-quality materials that are resilient to chemical and mechanical influences. In addition, the training & testing necessary for ATEX approval is extensive, which incurs high costs owing to which large companies with high product pricing can afford the same.

• The Dry Oil-Injected Screw Vacuum Pump 37kw 45kw 55kw with ATEX costs around USD 25,000 to USD 35,000 per piece. 

ATEX Pump Market Opportunity

Emerging Applications of ATEX Pumps in Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverage, and Waste Treatment & Recycling Present Significant Growth Opportunities

The adoption of ATEX pumps in pharmaceuticals and other sectors is rising at a steady pace owing to their higher efficiency, capability, and reliability in handling various viscous and corrosive fluids. In the pharmaceutical sector, these pumps are used for handling alkalis, acids, and reactive organic compounds used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and dosing pumps.

• In 2021, worldwide pharmaceutical sales were estimated to be around USD 1,256,863 million at ex-factory prices. The North              market (U.S. and Canada) remained the world's largest market with a 49.1% share, followed by Europe, China, and others.

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According to the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), the European Union's top 5 pharmaceutical trading partners in 2021 were the U.S., Switzerland, U.K., China, Japan, and Singapore.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Recent Advancements in the ATEX Pump Market
• Key Industry Trends
• Regulatory Landscape for the ATEX Pump Market
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

Analysis by Type

Based on type, the market is segmented into centrifugal, peristaltic, diaphragm, and others.

The centrifugal ATEX pumps are widely used in hazardous areas where the risk of explosion due to vapors, dust, and flammable gases is high. In addition, these pumps are used across industrial, domestic, and agricultural applications to pump solvents, water, oils, bases, acids, and others. For instance, the centrifugal pumps manufactured by GemmeCotti Srl are anti-corrosion industrial pumps widely used for pumping acids, bases fluids, and corrosive liquids.

• In July 2024, North Ridge Pumps, the U.K.-based manufacturer & supplier of pumps, supplied two ATEX-certified VXEN vertical inline centrifugal pumps to boost the marine diesel offloading. These pumps are equipped with Siemens IE3 ATEX motors.

Analysis by End-use Industry

Based on end-use industry, the ATEX pump market is divided into oil & gas, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, mining and others.

Among these, the oil & gas segment accounted for a majority of the market share, where these pumps are used for extraction, processing, and storage of flammable fuels and solvents. Further, ATEX pumps are used for recycling and treatment of flammable gases or dust.

• According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, in 2023, the top 5 oil producing countries and their global market share was the U.S. with 21.9%, Saudi Arabia with 11.1%, Russia with 10.7%, Canada accounting for 5.7%, and China accounting for 5.2%.
• In 2022, European Union (EU) refineries generated 544.3 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) of petroleum products. This represented a recovery of 4.5% compared to 2021.

Regional Analysis

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Based on region, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America accounted for the largest share of the global ATEX pump market. The growth of the market in the region is attributed to rapid growth in pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil & gas, and other sectors.

• According to data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, agriculture, food, and related industries contributed roughly USD 1.537 trillion to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023 and 5.5% share.

Asia Pacific is growing at a significant rate as the demand for ATEX pumps in this region is attributed to the rising oil consumption.

• According to the Energy Industry Association (EIA), in 2022, the leading oil-consuming countries in the Asia Pacific region were China, India, Japan, and South Korea. China accounted for 15.1% of world oil consumption, followed by India with a 5.0% share, Japan with a 3.3% share, and South Korea with a 2.5% share.
• In 2022, the International Energy Agency (IEA) stated that crude oil production in Asia Pacific accounted for 7.9% of the global market share, with China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia being the top 5 crude oil-producing countries.

In Europe, there are over 300 oil & gas offshore installations that contribute to secured energy supply, owing to which the ATEX pump demand is increasing in this region. In 2022, EU countries reported 311 oil & gas offshore installations in European waters, compared to 347 in 2021, as mentioned by the European Commission.

• As stated by the European Commission, in 2022, the EU produced mostly gas/diesel oil (222.6 Mtoe), followed by motor gasoline (100.3 Mtoe), fuel oil (55.4 Mtoe), and naphtha (40.5 Mtoe). Figure 5 below gives further details. MToe represents million tonnes of oil equivalent.

Latin America ATEX pump market has shown considerable growth, being one of the key oil & gas producing regions. The oil-based fuels power the majority of aircraft, automobiles, and ships in Latin America. Technological developments such as hydraulic fracturing ("fracking") used for crude oil production have led to an increase in oil production.

• As stated by the International Energy Agency (IEA), Central & South America accounted for 5% of the global market share in oil products refining.

The Middle East & Africa market is growing at a significant rate as the demand for ATEX pumps in this region is driven by countries such as Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and the United Arab Emirates, which are the leading oil-producing countries in this region.

• According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), around 95% of the electricity generated in the Middle East comes from natural gas, and oil is the highest in the world.

Key Players Covered

The global ATEX pump market is fragmented due to the presence of a large number of group and standalone providers.

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• SAWA Pumpentechnik AG (Switzerland)
• GemmeCotti Srl (Italy)
• DEBEM SRL (Italy)
• Envirotecnics (Spain)
• Cat Pumps (U.S.)
• ARGAL (Italy)
• FLUX (U.S.)
• VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG (Germany)
• HAWK (Germany)
• Spandau Pumpen (Germany)
• Grundfos (Denmark)
• WILO SE (Germany)

Key Industry Developments

• In January 2024, the Verderair e-PURE, a fully electric-driven pump, was designed with better flow and energy efficiency, resulting in reduced energy costs, maintenance, and a longer lifetime. With its new certification, the e-PURE is now able to transfer fluids in potentially explosive environments without any concerns.
• In July 2021, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Asslar, Germany, introduced its new HiScroll ATEX scroll pump, which meets the requirements of the European directive ATEX II 3/-G Ex h IIC T4 Gc X +5° C ≤ Ta ≤ +40 °C. This pump is suitable for pumping potentially explosive gases.