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Crude Oil Carrier Market Global Report 2026

Published Jan 27, 2026
Length 250 Pages
SKU # BRC20817760

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Crude Oil Carrier Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses crude oil carrier market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for crude oil carrier ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The crude oil carrier market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.

The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
  • The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
  • The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
  • The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
  • The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
  • The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
  • The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
  • The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
  • The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
  • Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
  • The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
  • Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
  • The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
  • The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Vessel Type: Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC); Suezmax; Aframax; Ultra Large Crude Carrier (ULCC)

2) By Dead Weight Tonnage: 120,000 MT-180,000 MT; 180,000 MT -320,000 MT; 25,000 MT-50,000 MT; 50,000 MT-75,000 MT; 75,000 MT-120,000 MT; Above 320,000 MT

3) By Application: Crude Oil Transportation; Unrefined or Blended Crude Oil Transport; Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) Transportation; Offshore Production to Refinery Transport; Inter-Regional or Cross-Border Crude Oil Trade; Other Applications

Subsegments:

1) By Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC): Conventional VLCC; Modern VLCC; Converted VLCC

2) By Suezmax: Conventional Suezmax; Modern Suezmax; Converted Suezmax

3) By Aframax: Conventional Aframax; Modern Aframax; Converted Aframax

4) By Ultra Large Crude Carrier (ULCC): Conventional ULCC; Modern ULCC; Converted ULCC

Companies Mentioned: China Shipping Tanker Co Ltd; Maersk Tankers A/S; Kuwait Oil Tanker Company SAK; OSG Ship Management Inc; Alaska Tanker Company LLC; Shipping Corporation of India Ltd; Frontline Ltd; Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited; National Iranian Tanker Company; Euronav NV; Tankers International LLC; Nordic American Tankers Limited; AET Tanker Holdings Sdn Bhd; Teekay Corporation; Angelicoussis Shipping Group Limited; Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd; Scorpio Tankers Inc; DHT Holdings Inc; Oman Shipping Company SAOC; Dynacom Tankers Management Ltd; Gener8 Maritime Inc; International Seaways Inc; PAO Sovcomflot; Maran Tankers Management Inc; Navios Maritime Partners LP

Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain

Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa

Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.

Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,

Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.

Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.

Please Note: Report will be updated with the latest data and delivered to you within 2-3 working days of order.

Table of Contents

250 Pages
1. Executive Summary
1.1. Key Market Insights (2020-2035)
1.2. Visual Dashboard: Market Size, Growth Rate, Hotspots
1.3. Major Factors Driving the Market
1.4. Top Three Trends Shaping the Market
2. Crude Oil Carrier Market Characteristics
2.1. Market Definition & Scope
2.2. Market Segmentations
2.3. Overview of Key Products and Services
2.4. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market Attractiveness Scoring And Analysis
2.4.1. Overview of Market Attractiveness Framework
2.4.2. Quantitative Scoring Methodology
2.4.3. Factor-Wise Evaluation
Growth Potential Analysis, Competitive Dynamics Assessment, Strategic Fit Assessment And Risk Profile Evaluation
2.4.4. Market Attractiveness Scoring and Interpretation
2.4.5. Strategic Implications and Recommendations
3. Crude Oil Carrier Market Supply Chain Analysis
3.1. Overview of the Supply Chain and Ecosystem
3.2. List Of Key Raw Materials, Resources & Suppliers
3.3. List Of Major Distributors and Channel Partners
3.4. List Of Major End Users
4. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market Trends And Strategies
4.1. Key Technologies & Future Trends
4.1.1 Sustainability, Climate Tech & Circular Economy
4.1.2 Autonomous Systems, Robotics & Smart Mobility
4.1.3 Industry 4.0 & Intelligent Manufacturing
4.1.4 Digitalization, Cloud, Big Data & Cybersecurity
4.1.5 Electric Mobility & Transportation Electrification
4.2. Major Trends
4.2.1 Demand For Large-Capacity Tankers
4.2.2 Fleet Modernization Initiatives
4.2.3 Adoption Of Double-Hull Designs
4.2.4 Growth In Long-Haul Crude Transport
4.2.5 Focus On Operational Efficiency
5. Crude Oil Carrier Market Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.1 Oil And Gas Companies
5.2 Shipping Operators
5.3 Energy Traders
5.4 Chartering Firms
5.5 Ship Management Companies
6. Crude Oil Carrier Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
7. Global Crude Oil Carrier Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.1. Global Crude Oil Carrier PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
7.2. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market Size, Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.3. Global Crude Oil Carrier Historic Market Size and Growth, 2020 - 2025, Value ($ Billion)
7.4. Global Crude Oil Carrier Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2025 - 2030, 2035F, Value ($ Billion)
8. Global Crude Oil Carrier Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
8.1. Definition and Scope of Total Addressable Market (TAM)
8.2. Methodology and Assumptions
8.3. Global Total Addressable Market (TAM) Estimation
8.4. TAM vs. Current Market Size Analysis
8.5. Strategic Insights and Growth Opportunities from TAM Analysis
9. Crude Oil Carrier Market Segmentation
9.1. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC), Suezmax, Aframax, Ultra Large Crude Carrier (ULCC)
9.2. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
120,000 MT-180,000 MT, 180,000 MT -320,000 MT, 25,000 MT-50,000 MT, 50,000 MT-75,000 MT, 75,000 MT-120,000 MT, Above 320,000 MT
9.3. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Crude Oil Transportation, Unrefined or Blended Crude Oil Transport, Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) Transportation, Offshore Production to Refinery Transport, Inter-Regional or Cross-Border Crude Oil Trade, Other Applications
9.4. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC), By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Conventional VLCC, Modern VLCC, Converted VLCC
9.5. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Suezmax, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Conventional Suezmax, Modern Suezmax, Converted Suezmax
9.6. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Aframax, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Conventional Aframax, Modern Aframax, Converted Aframax
9.7. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Ultra Large Crude Carrier (ULCC), By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Conventional ULCC, Modern ULCC, Converted ULCC
10. Crude Oil Carrier Market Regional And Country Analysis
10.1. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
10.2. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
11. Asia-Pacific Crude Oil Carrier Market
11.1. Asia-Pacific Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
11.2. Asia-Pacific Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
12. China Crude Oil Carrier Market
12.1. China Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
12.2. China Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
13. India Crude Oil Carrier Market
13.1. India Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
14. Japan Crude Oil Carrier Market
14.1. Japan Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
14.2. Japan Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
15. Australia Crude Oil Carrier Market
15.1. Australia Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
16. Indonesia Crude Oil Carrier Market
16.1. Indonesia Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
17. South Korea Crude Oil Carrier Market
17.1. South Korea Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
17.2. South Korea Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
18. Taiwan Crude Oil Carrier Market
18.1. Taiwan Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
18.2. Taiwan Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
19. South East Asia Crude Oil Carrier Market
19.1. South East Asia Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
19.2. South East Asia Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
20. Western Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market
20.1. Western Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
20.2. Western Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
21. UK Crude Oil Carrier Market
21.1. UK Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
22. Germany Crude Oil Carrier Market
22.1. Germany Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
23. France Crude Oil Carrier Market
23.1. France Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
24. Italy Crude Oil Carrier Market
24.1. Italy Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
25. Spain Crude Oil Carrier Market
25.1. Spain Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
26. Eastern Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market
26.1. Eastern Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
26.2. Eastern Europe Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
27. Russia Crude Oil Carrier Market
27.1. Russia Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
28. North America Crude Oil Carrier Market
28.1. North America Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
28.2. North America Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
29. USA Crude Oil Carrier Market
29.1. USA Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
29.2. USA Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
30. Canada Crude Oil Carrier Market
30.1. Canada Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
30.2. Canada Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
31. South America Crude Oil Carrier Market
31.1. South America Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
31.2. South America Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
32. Brazil Crude Oil Carrier Market
32.1. Brazil Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
33. Middle East Crude Oil Carrier Market
33.1. Middle East Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
33.2. Middle East Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
34. Africa Crude Oil Carrier Market
34.1. Africa Crude Oil Carrier Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
34.2. Africa Crude Oil Carrier Market, Segmentation By Vessel Type, Segmentation By Dead Weight Tonnage, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
35. Crude Oil Carrier Market Regulatory and Investment Landscape
36. Crude Oil Carrier Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
36.1. Crude Oil Carrier Market Competitive Landscape And Market Share 2024
36.1.1. Top 10 Companies (Ranked by revenue/share)
36.2. Crude Oil Carrier Market - Company Scoring Matrix
36.2.1. Market Revenues
36.2.2. Product Innovation Score
36.2.3. Brand Recognition
36.3. Crude Oil Carrier Market Company Profiles
36.3.1. China Shipping Tanker Co Ltd Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.2. Maersk Tankers A/S Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.3. Kuwait Oil Tanker Company SAK Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.4. OSG Ship Management Inc Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.5. Alaska Tanker Company LLC Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
37. Crude Oil Carrier Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd, Frontline Ltd, Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited, National Iranian Tanker Company, Euronav NV, Tankers International LLC, Nordic American Tankers Limited, AET Tanker Holdings Sdn Bhd, Teekay Corporation, Angelicoussis Shipping Group Limited, Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd, Scorpio Tankers Inc, DHT Holdings Inc, Oman Shipping Company SAOC, Dynacom Tankers Management Ltd
38. Global Crude Oil Carrier Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard
39. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Crude Oil Carrier Market
40. Crude Oil Carrier Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
40.1 Crude Oil Carrier Market In 2030 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
40.2 Crude Oil Carrier Market In 2030 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
40.3 Crude Oil Carrier Market In 2030 - Growth Strategies
40.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
40.3.2 Competitor Strategies
41. Appendix
41.1. Abbreviations
41.2. Currencies
41.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
41.4. Research Inquiries
41.5. The Business Research Company
41.6. Copyright And Disclaimer
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