
Bitumen Market
Description
Bitumen Market
Growth Factors of Bitumen Market
The bitumen market size was valued at USD 56.30 billion in 2023, and the market is now projected to grow from 58.43 billion in 2024 to USD 77.98 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.8% during the forecast period of 2024-2032.
COVID-19 had a great influence on the bitumen industry, which reflected in the decrease in demand in signals to halt constructions and limited transportation. These restrictions impacted the availability of production facilities and resulted in reduced production capability due to lockdowns and issues related to supply chains. After governments started introducing stimulus measures in infrastructure development in 2020, the market gradually started to revive in 2021. However, new and rising crude oil prices and more ever-evolving issues relating to the pandemic affected the market situation. In summary, the pandemic significantly changed the bitumen market and expanded the indication of the importance of the ability to quickly adapt to changes and respond to various challenges around the world.
There are two major trends in the bitumen market that the companies need to address; firstly, sustainability and secondly, modified bitumen that exhibits higher performance. The increased number of infrastructure development projects, due to government spending and increasing urbanization, is propelling demand. Further, new technologies including warm mix asphalt are prevalent as they prove more sustainable with low energy intensity. The more emphasis is placed on recycling and reusing materials used in construction also influence the market towards achieving world sustainability standards. All in all, all the observed trends are characterizing the development of more environmentally friendly and efficient bitumen products. The above-mentioned factors are driving the bitumen market growth.
Concerning the drivers of the global bitumen market, there is particularly significant growth in construction and infrastructure sectors in the emergent countries. Propelled by expansion of government expenditure on roads and highways, demand escalates in bitumen. Increased population and urbanization continue to drive the demand for more long lasting pavement surfaces. Further, the emerging themes for construction such as the use of modified bitumen and recycling are becoming increasingly popular. Bitumen is volatile in nature and therefore, variations in these prices significantly affect both cost and market demands that in turn affect demand for bitumen products.
Comprehensive Analysis Bitumen Market
Characteristic segmentation can be done according to types and application in order to satisfy the various end users. Depending on the type of asphalt it can be paving bitumen, mainly used in construction of roads; oxidized bitumen which possess water-proofing adhesion; cutback bitumen which is highly portable due to the solvent it contains; emulsified bitumen which can only be used for surface treatment; and polymer modified bitumen which is highly responsive to high or very low temperatures. As far as application is concerned, the largest use of bitumen is observed in the construction industry as a material for paving roads but apart from this application, bitumen is also plays significant roles in many other areas of construction which includes waterproof use and various other uses like roofing and insulations.
As at now, the Asia-Pacific region is the largest consumer of the bitumen due to the high rates of growth in urbanization and increased investment in construction projects especially in India and china. These nations are densifying their road infrastructure and investing in public transportation, which must be accomplished using bitumen products. In the same speech, the government has plans in place to advance transportation links, which acts a strong base for the market’s progress. North America and Europe are also important consumers of coatings, as there are many maintenance and construction projects going on currently as well. Still, Asia-Pacific region, due to better economic growth and essential infrastructure development is the largest consumer of the bitumen.
Key players in this sector include Asphalt & Bitumen West Co. (Iran), Raha Bitumen (Iran), Asia Bitumen (Iran), Exxon Mobil (U.S.), Royal Dutch Shell (Netherlands), Sinopec (China), Nynas (Sweden), GOIL Ltd (Ghana)
In the year 2024 a new product known as the bio-based bitumen joined the markets and shall be made from renewable resources such as agricultural waste, and plant oils. This eco-friendly solution simultaneously cuts oil dependence and can improve the beneficial properties of conventional asphalt compared to its susceptibility to fatigue and performance at low and high temperatures. Employing biodegradable material in its formulation means that during production and utilization, carbon levels will be less released into the atmosphere hence promoting world sustainability. As the need for infrastructure increases, this unique product is properly marketed and developed to meet the needs of modern society and green building.
Segmentation Table
ATTRIBUTE DETAILS
Study Period 2019-2032
Base Year 2023
Estimated Year 2024
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Period 2019-2022
Growth Rate CAGR of 3.8% over 2024 to 2032
Unit Value (USD Billion) , Volume (Tons)
Segmentation By Type
- Paving
- Oxidized
- Cutback
- Emulsion
- Polymer modified
- Roadways
- Waterproofing
- Others
- North America (By Type, By Application, By Country)
- U.S. (By Application)
- Canada (By Application)
- Europe (By Type, By Application, By Country)
- Germany (By Application)
- U.K. (By Application)
- France (By Application)
- Italy (By Application)
- Rest of Europe (By Application)
- Asia Pacific (By Type, By Application, By Country)
- China (By Application)
- Japan (By Application)
- India (By Application)
- ASEAN (By Application)
- Rest of Asia Pacific (By Application)
- Latin America (By Type, By Application, By Country)
- Brazil (By Application)
- Mexico (By Application)
- Rest of Latin America (By Application)
- Middle East & Africa (By Type, By Application, By Country)
- GCC (By Application)
- South Africa (By Application)
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa (By Application)
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Table of Contents
82 Pages
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Research Scope
- 1.2. Market Segmentation
- 1.3. Research Methodology
- 1.4. Definitions and Assumptions
- 2. Executive Summary
- 3. Market Dynamics
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.2. Market Restraints
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4. Emerging Trends
- 4. Key Insights
- 4.1. Key Market Trends
- 4.2. Key Developments: Mergers, Acquisition, Partnership, etc.
- 4.3. Insights on Regulatory Scenario
- 4.4. Latest Technological Advancement
- 4.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 4.6. Insights on Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
- 5. Global Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 5.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 5.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 5.2.1. Paving
- 5.2.2. Oxidized
- 5.2.3. Cutback
- 5.2.4. Emulsion
- 5.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 5.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 5.3.1. Roadways
- 5.3.2. Waterproofing
- 5.3.3. Others
- 5.4. By Region (Volume/Value)
- 5.4.1. North America
- 5.4.2. Europe
- 5.4.3. Asia Pacific
- 5.4.4. Latin America
- 5.4.5. Middle East & Africa
- 6. North America Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 6.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 6.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 6.2.1. Paving
- 6.2.2. Oxidized
- 6.2.3. Cutback
- 6.2.4. Emulsion
- 6.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 6.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 6.3.1. Roadways
- 6.3.2. Waterproofing
- 6.3.3. Others
- 6.4. By Country (Volume/Value)
- 6.4.1. U.S.
- 6.4.1.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 6.4.1.1.1. Roadways
- 6.4.1.1.2. Waterproofing
- 6.4.1.1.3. Others
- 6.4.2. Canada
- 6.4.2.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 6.4.2.1.1. Roadways
- 6.4.2.1.2. Waterproofing
- 6.4.2.1.3. Others
- 7. Europe Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 7.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 7.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 7.2.1. Paving
- 7.2.2. Oxidized
- 7.2.3. Cutback
- 7.2.4. Emulsion
- 7.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 7.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.3.1. Roadways
- 7.3.2. Waterproofing
- 7.3.3. Others
- 7.4. By Country (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.1. Germany
- 7.4.1.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.1.1.1. Roadways
- 7.4.1.1.2. Waterproofing
- 7.4.1.1.3. Others
- 7.4.2. U.K.
- 7.4.2.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.2.1.1. Roadways
- 7.4.2.1.2. Waterproofing
- 7.4.2.1.3. Others
- 7.4.3. France
- 7.4.3.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.3.1.1. Roadways
- 7.4.3.1.2. Waterproofing
- 7.4.3.1.3. Others
- 7.4.4. Italy
- 7.4.4.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.4.1.1. Roadways
- 7.4.4.1.2. Waterproofing
- 7.4.4.1.3. Others
- 7.4.5. Rest of Europe
- 7.4.5.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 7.4.5.1.1. Roadways
- 7.4.5.1.2. Waterproofing
- 7.4.5.1.3. Others
- 8. Asia-Pacific Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 8.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 8.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 8.2.1. Paving
- 8.2.2. Oxidized
- 8.2.3. Cutback
- 8.2.4. Emulsion
- 8.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 8.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.3.1. Roadways
- 8.3.2. Waterproofing
- 8.3.3. Others
- 8.4. By Country (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.1. China
- 8.4.1.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.1.1.1. Roadways
- 8.4.1.1.2. Waterproofing
- 8.4.1.1.3. Others
- 8.4.2. Japan
- 8.4.2.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.2.1.1. Roadways
- 8.4.2.1.2. Waterproofing
- 8.4.2.1.3. Others
- 8.4.2.1.4. Others
- 8.4.3. India
- 8.4.3.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.3.1.1. Roadways
- 8.4.3.1.2. Waterproofing
- 8.4.3.1.3. Others
- 8.4.4. ASEAN
- 8.4.4.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.4.1.1. Roadways
- 8.4.4.1.2. Waterproofing
- 8.4.4.1.3. Others
- 8.4.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
- 8.4.5.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 8.4.5.1.1. Roadways
- 8.4.5.1.2. Waterproofing
- 8.4.5.1.3. Others
- 9. Latin America Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 9.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 9.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 9.2.1. Paving
- 9.2.2. Oxidized
- 9.2.3. Cutback
- 9.2.4. Emulsion
- 9.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 9.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 9.3.1. Roadways
- 9.3.2. Waterproofing
- 9.3.3. Others
- 9.4. By Country (Volume/Value)
- 9.4.1. Brazil
- 9.4.1.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 9.4.1.1.1. Roadways
- 9.4.1.1.2. Waterproofing
- 9.4.1.1.3. Others
- 9.4.2. Mexico
- 9.4.2.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 9.4.2.1.1. Roadways
- 9.4.2.1.2. Waterproofing
- 9.4.2.1.3. Others
- 9.4.3. Rest of Latin America
- 9.4.3.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 9.4.3.1.1. Roadways
- 9.4.3.1.2. Waterproofing
- 9.4.3.1.3. Others
- 10. Middle East & Africa Bitumen Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
- 10.1. Key Findings / Summary
- 10.2. By Type (Volume/Value)
- 10.2.1. Paving
- 10.2.2. Oxidized
- 10.2.3. Cutback
- 10.2.4. Emulsion
- 10.2.5. Polymer Modified
- 10.3. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 10.3.1. Roadways
- 10.3.2. Waterproofing
- 10.3.3. Others
- 10.4. By Country (Volume/Value)
- 10.4.1. GCC
- 10.4.1.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 10.4.1.1.1. Roadways
- 10.4.1.1.2. Waterproofing
- 10.4.1.1.3. Others
- 10.4.2. South Africa
- 10.4.2.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 10.4.2.1.1. Roadways
- 10.4.2.1.2. Waterproofing
- 10.4.2.1.3. Others
- 10.4.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 10.4.3.1. By Application (Volume/Value)
- 10.4.3.1.1. Roadways
- 10.4.3.1.2. Waterproofing
- 10.4.3.1.3. Others
- 11. Competitive Analysis
- 11.1. Global Bitumen Market Revenue Share/Ranking Analysis, By Key Manufacturer
- 11.2. Company Profiles
- 11.2.1. Asphalt & Bitumen West Co.
- 11.2.1.1. Overview
- 11.2.1.2. Description
- 11.2.1.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.1.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.1.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.2. Raha Bitumen
- 11.2.2.1. Overview
- 11.2.2.2. Description
- 11.2.2.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.2.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.2.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.3. Asia Bitumen
- 11.2.3.1. Overview
- 11.2.3.2. Description
- 11.2.3.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.3.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.3.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.4. Exxon Mobil
- 11.2.4.1. Overview
- 11.2.4.2. Description
- 11.2.4.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.4.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.4.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.5. Royal Dutch Shell
- 11.2.5.1. Overview
- 11.2.5.2. Description
- 11.2.5.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.5.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.5.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.6. Sinopec
- 11.2.6.1. Overview
- 11.2.6.2. Description
- 11.2.6.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.6.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.6.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.7. Nynas
- 11.2.7.1. Overview
- 11.2.7.2. Description
- 11.2.7.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.7.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.7.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.8. GOIL Ltd
- 11.2.8.1. Overview
- 11.2.8.2. Description
- 11.2.8.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.8.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.8.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.9. Total Energies
- 11.2.9.1. Overview
- 11.2.9.2. Description
- 11.2.9.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.9.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.9.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.10. Gazprom Neft
- 11.2.10.1. Overview
- 11.2.10.2. Description
- 11.2.10.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.10.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.10.5. Recent Developments
- 11.2.11. Indian Oil Corporation
- 11.2.11.1. Overview
- 11.2.11.2. Description
- 11.2.11.3. Type Portfolio
- 11.2.11.4. Financials (As per Availaibity)
- 11.2.11.5. Recent Developments
- 12. Strategic Recommendations
- 13.
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