Vapor Recovery Units Market Size, Share, Trends, & Industry Analysis Report : By Application (Processing, Storage, Transportation, and Railcar Loading), By End-User, By Technology, and By Region – Market Forecast, 2025–2034
Description
The vapor recovery unit market size is expected to reach USD 1,918.72 million by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Vapor Recovery Units Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Technology (Absorption, Condensation, Membrane Separation, Adsorption, Others), By Application, By End User, By Region – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is witnessing steady growth, driven by ongoing technological advancements that are transforming how industries manage volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With rising global commitments to environmental sustainability and the enforcement of stricter VOC emission regulations across various regions, businesses are increasingly adopting advanced VRU technologies. Modern systems are equipped with intelligent sensors, automated controls, and integration with data analytics platforms. These features improve vapor recovery efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and reduce operational costs.
These innovations are particularly valuable for industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and petrochemicals, where emission control is a top priority. For example, VRUs are widely used at refineries, oil storage facilities, terminals, and fuel distribution networks to capture harmful vapors and prevent product loss. In addition, the growing adoption of modular and scalable VRU systems supports flexible deployment across both large industrial facilities and smaller distribution sites. As industries worldwide move toward energy efficiency and cleaner operations, VRUs are emerging as an essential technology for sustainable growth.
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is increasingly influenced by the transition toward renewable energy and cleaner industrial practices. While oil and gas remain the dominant sectors, many companies are exploring technologies that align with low-carbon strategies. Membrane separation is gaining strong traction within VRUs, as it offers an energy-efficient and chemical-free method to recover vapors, complementing broader sustainability goals. By integrating advanced membrane materials, VRUs can deliver higher recovery rates while reducing operational costs. This approach supports industries seeking to balance traditional energy operations with renewable energy commitments and stricter environmental regulations worldwide.
Vapor Recovery Units Market Report Highlights
The absorption segment held the largest revenue share in 2024 due to proven efficiency, reliability, and widespread adoption across oil and gas facilities.
The storage segment dominated the revenue share in 2024 as storage tanks are one of the largest sources of hydrocarbon vapor emissions in the oil and gas industry.
North America held 39.01% of the global vapor recovery units market share in 2024, owing to the region’s strict environmental regulations, advanced oil and gas industry, and commitment to emission reduction.
A few global key VRUs market players include Dover Corporation; Cimarron Energy, Inc.; PETROGAS Systems; John Zink Hamworthy; Zeeco, Inc.; Kilburn Engineering Ltd.; Kappa GI; Flogistix LP; VOCZero Ltd.; and Aereon Inc.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the market report on the basis of technology, application, and end user:
By Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Absorption
Condensation
Membrane Separation
Adsorption
Others
By Application Capacity Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Processing
Storage
Transportation
Railcar Loading
Others
By End User Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Oil & Gas
Upstream (Wellhead, Tank Batteries)
Midstream
Downstream
Chemicals & Petrochemicals
Landfills
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is witnessing steady growth, driven by ongoing technological advancements that are transforming how industries manage volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With rising global commitments to environmental sustainability and the enforcement of stricter VOC emission regulations across various regions, businesses are increasingly adopting advanced VRU technologies. Modern systems are equipped with intelligent sensors, automated controls, and integration with data analytics platforms. These features improve vapor recovery efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and reduce operational costs.
These innovations are particularly valuable for industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and petrochemicals, where emission control is a top priority. For example, VRUs are widely used at refineries, oil storage facilities, terminals, and fuel distribution networks to capture harmful vapors and prevent product loss. In addition, the growing adoption of modular and scalable VRU systems supports flexible deployment across both large industrial facilities and smaller distribution sites. As industries worldwide move toward energy efficiency and cleaner operations, VRUs are emerging as an essential technology for sustainable growth.
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is increasingly influenced by the transition toward renewable energy and cleaner industrial practices. While oil and gas remain the dominant sectors, many companies are exploring technologies that align with low-carbon strategies. Membrane separation is gaining strong traction within VRUs, as it offers an energy-efficient and chemical-free method to recover vapors, complementing broader sustainability goals. By integrating advanced membrane materials, VRUs can deliver higher recovery rates while reducing operational costs. This approach supports industries seeking to balance traditional energy operations with renewable energy commitments and stricter environmental regulations worldwide.
Vapor Recovery Units Market Report Highlights
The absorption segment held the largest revenue share in 2024 due to proven efficiency, reliability, and widespread adoption across oil and gas facilities.
The storage segment dominated the revenue share in 2024 as storage tanks are one of the largest sources of hydrocarbon vapor emissions in the oil and gas industry.
North America held 39.01% of the global vapor recovery units market share in 2024, owing to the region’s strict environmental regulations, advanced oil and gas industry, and commitment to emission reduction.
A few global key VRUs market players include Dover Corporation; Cimarron Energy, Inc.; PETROGAS Systems; John Zink Hamworthy; Zeeco, Inc.; Kilburn Engineering Ltd.; Kappa GI; Flogistix LP; VOCZero Ltd.; and Aereon Inc.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the market report on the basis of technology, application, and end user:
By Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Absorption
Condensation
Membrane Separation
Adsorption
Others
By Application Capacity Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Processing
Storage
Transportation
Railcar Loading
Others
By End User Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
Oil & Gas
Upstream (Wellhead, Tank Batteries)
Midstream
Downstream
Chemicals & Petrochemicals
Landfills
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021–2034)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
Table of Contents
125 Pages
- Chapter 1.Introduction
- 1.1Report Description
- 1.1.1Objective of the Study
- 1.1.2Market Scope
- 1.1.3Assumptions
- 1.2Stakeholders
- Chapter 2.Research Methodology
- 2.1Research Methodology
- 2.2Research Scope and Assumptions
- 2.3Information Procurement
- 2.3.1Purchased Database
- 2.3.2Internal Database
- 2.3.3Secondary Sources
- 2.3.4Third Party Perspective
- 2.3.5Primary Research
- 2.4Information Analysis
- 2.4.1Data Analysis Models
- 2.5Market Formulation and Data Visualization
- 2.6Data Validation and Publishing (Secondary Sources)
- Chapter 3.Executive Summary
- Chapter 4.Market Insights
- 4.1Vapor Recovery Units – Industry snapshot
- 4.2Vapor Recovery Units Market - Value Chain Analysis
- 4.2.1Vapor Recovery Units Market Dynamics
- 4.2.2Drivers and Opportunities
- 4.2.2.1Stricter Environmental Regulations Driving Adoption
- 4.2.2.2Growing Emphasis on Energy Efficiency and Hydrocarbon Recovery
- 4.2.3Restraints and Challenges
- 4.2.3.1High installation and maintenance costs
- 4.3Vapor Recovery Units Market – Porter’s Five Forces
- 4.3.1Threat of Substitutes: (Low to Moderate)
- 4.3.2Threat of New Entrants: (Moderate to high)
- 4.3.3Bargaining power of buyers: (Low to Moderate)
- 4.3.4Bargaining power of suppliers: (Moderate to High)
- 4.3.5Competitive Rivalry: (Moderate to High)
- 4.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – PESTLE Analysis
- Chapter 5.Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Technology
- 5.1Introduction
- 5.2Absorption
- 5.3Condensation
- 5.4Membrane Separation
- 5.5Adsorption
- 5.6Others
- Chapter 6.Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Application
- 6.1Introduction
- 6.2Processing
- 6.3Storage
- 6.4Transportation
- 6.5Railcar Loading
- 6.6Others
- Chapter 7.Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by End-user
- 7.1Introduction
- 7.2Oil & Gas
- 7.2.1Upstream (Wellhead, Tank Batteries)
- 7.2.2Midstream
- 7.2.3Downstream
- 7.3Chemicals & Petrochemicals
- 7.4Landfills
- 7.5Others
- Chapter 8.Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Region
- 8.1Introduction
- 8.2Vapor Recovery Units Market – North America
- 8.2.1North America Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.2North America Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.3North America Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.2.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – U.S.
- 8.2.4.1U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.4.2U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.4.3U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.2.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – Canada
- 8.2.5.1Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.5.2Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.5.3Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3Vapor Recovery Units Market – Europe
- 8.3.1Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.2Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.3Europe Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.3.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – France
- 8.3.4.1France Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.4.2France Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.4.3France Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – Germany
- 8.3.5.1Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.5.2Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.5.3Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.6Vapor Recovery Units Market – UK
- 8.3.6.1UK Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.6.2UK Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.6.3UK Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.7Vapor Recovery Units Market – Italy
- 8.3.7.1Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.7.2Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.7.3Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.8Vapor Recovery Units Market – Netherlands
- 8.3.8.1Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.8.2Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.8.3Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.9Vapor Recovery Units Market – Spain
- 8.3.9.1Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.9.2Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.9.3Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.10Vapor Recovery Units Market – Russia
- 8.3.10.1Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.10.2Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.10.3Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.11Vapor Recovery Units Market – Rest of Europe
- 8.3.11.1Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.11.2Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.11.3Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.2Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.3Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.4.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – Japan
- 8.4.4.1Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.4.2Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.4.3Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – China
- 8.4.5.1China Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.5.2China Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.5.3China Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.6Vapor Recovery Units Market – India
- 8.4.6.1India Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.6.2India Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.6.3India Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.7Vapor Recovery Units Market – Malaysia
- 8.4.7.1Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.7.2Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.7.3Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.8Vapor Recovery Units Market – Indonesia
- 8.4.8.1Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.8.2Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.8.3Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.9Vapor Recovery Units Market – South Korea
- 8.4.9.1South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.9.2South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.9.3South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.10Vapor Recovery Units Market – Australia
- 8.4.10.1Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.10.2Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.10.3Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.11Vapor Recovery Units Market – Rest of APAC
- 8.4.11.1Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.11.2Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.11.3Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – Latin America
- 8.5.1Latin America Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.2Latin America Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.3Latin America Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.5.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – Mexico
- 8.5.4.1Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.4.2Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.4.3Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – Brazil
- 8.5.5.1Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.5.2Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.5.3Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.6Vapor Recovery Units Market – Argentina
- 8.5.6.1Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.6.2Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.6.3Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.7Vapor Recovery Units Market – Rest of Latin America
- 8.5.7.1Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.7.2Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.7.3Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6Vapor Recovery Units Market – Middle East Africa
- 8.6.1Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.2Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.3Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.6.4Vapor Recovery Units Market – Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.4.1Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.4.2Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.4.3Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6.5Vapor Recovery Units Market – South Africa
- 8.6.5.1South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.5.2South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.5.3South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6.6Vapor Recovery Units Market – Rest of MEA
- 8.6.6.1Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.6.2Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.6.3Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- Chapter 9.Competitive Landscape
- 9.1Key Market Players: Categorization
- 9.2Strategy Framework
- 9.3Vendor Landscape
- 9.4Strategies Categorization
- 9.4.1Launch/Approval/Development
- Chapter 10.Company Profiles
- 10.1Aereon Inc
- 10.1.1Business Overview
- 10.1.2Financial Snapshot
- 10.1.3Applications and Services
- 10.2.3Recent Developments
- 10.2Cimarron Energy, Inc.
- 10.2.1Business Overview
- 10.2.2Applications and Services
- 10.2.3Recent Developments
- 10.3Dover Corporation.
- 10.3.1Business Overview
- 10.3.2Applications and Services
- 10.3.3Financial Snapshot
- 10.3.4Recent Developments
- 10.4Flogistix LP
- 10.4.1Business Overview
- 10.4.2Applications and Services
- 10.4.3Recent Developments
- 10.5John Zink Hamworthy
- 10.5.1Business Overview
- 10.5.2Applications and Services
- 10.5.3Recent Developments
- 10.6Kappa GI
- 10.6.1Business Overview
- 10.6.2Financial Snapshot
- 10.6.2.1Revenue by Geographic Region
- 10.6.3Applications and Services
- 10.7Monster Energyt
- 10.7.1Business Overview
- 10.7.2Financial Snapshot
- 10.7.2.1Net Sales by Geographic
- 10.7.2.2Net Sales by Application Category
- 10.7.3Applications and Services
- 10.7.4Recent Developments
- 10.8Kilburn Engineering Ltd.
- 10.8.1Business Overview
- 10.8.2Applications and Services
- 10.1.3Financial Snapshot
- 10.8.4Recent Developments
- 10.9PETROGAS Systems
- 10.9.1Business Overview
- 10.9.2Applications and Services
- 10.9.3Financial Snapshot
- 10.9.4Recent Developments
- 10.10VOCZero Ltd.
- 10.10.1Business Overview
- 10.10.2Applications and Services
- 10.10.3Financial Snapshot
- 10.10.4Recent Developments
- 10.11Zeeco, Inc.
- 10.11.1Business Overview
- 10.11.2 Applications and Services
- 10.11.3Recent Developments
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