Global Methanol Market was Valued at USD 29.2 Bn in 2022: states TNR

Methanol, commonly known as methyl alcohol, is one of the most extensively manufactured compounds across various countries, with approximately 100 million tonnes generated year globally, almost entirely from natural gas or coal. Because of its ability to be stored aboard in liquid form at ambient temperature and atmospheric pressure, it provides a solid foundation for its usage as an alternative maritime fuel for the shipping sector.

Global Methanol Market Revenue & Volume & Forecast, (US$ Million & Million Units), 2015 – 2031

Global Methanol Market Future Opportunities

The rise in demand for methanol is driven by its adaptability across multiple industries, its potential as a clean and renewable energy source, and its alignment with environmental and sustainability goals. As the world seeks cleaner and more sustainable alternatives to traditional fuels and chemicals, methanol is positioned to play an increasingly important role in the global economy. Methanol is gaining traction as a potential green energy carrier. It can be produced from renewable sources like biomass and used as a clean fuel in various applications, including transportation and power generation. The shift toward cleaner energy sources and reduced carbon emissions offers significant growth opportunities for methanol as an energy carrier.

The future of the global methanol market is likely to be shaped by sustainability, technology advancements, and the shift toward cleaner energy sources. Methanol’s versatility and potential to contribute to a more sustainable and circular economy position it for future growth opportunities in various industries and applications.

In the petrochemical sector, the methanol-to-olefins process is expanding. Future potential lay in boosting MTO capacity to fulfil rising demand for olefinic hydrocarbons used in the manufacturing of plastics and chemicals. MTO technology enables the conversion of methanol into olefinic hydrocarbons, primarily ethylene and propylene, which are essential building blocks for a wide range of petrochemical products, including plastics, fibers, and resins. The growing demand for these olefins drives the adoption of MTO processes. Besides compared to conventional methods of olefin production, such as steam cracking, the MTO process can offer environmental benefits. It typically produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions which is contributing to rise in adoption of methanol and the overall growth of the methanol market.

Methanol is gaining huge popularity in the automotive industry as it has been used as a fuel additive in gasoline and diesel engines to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions. In some regions, methanol-gasoline blends like M85 (85% methanol and 15% gasoline) have been tested and used in flexible-fuel vehicles (FFVs). These blends offer a potential pathway to reduce the carbon footprint of transportation fuels. The future role of methanol in the automotive sector depends on factors such as technological advancements, infrastructure development, and regulatory support.

Methanol is gaining traction as a marine fuel in North America, particularly in response to emissions regulations. Methanol-powered ships are being deployed in the region, with the potential to reduce sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxide (NOx), and particulate emissions compared to traditional marine fuels. New methanol factories under construction in the United States are boosting industrial natural gas usage. Three additional facilities with a capacity of around 3.3 million metric tonnes per year (MMmt/y) are projected to come online, increasing total US methanol production to 9.4 MMmt/y, or 25,600 metric tonnes per day (mt/d)—a 45% increase over existing US capacity. Thus in the upcoming years, North America will a potential region for the growth of the methanol market.

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the methanol market is influenced by various factors, including market dynamics, production capacity, geographical presence, and the strategies adopted by key players. The study also provides in-depth research on the market’s main rivals, as well as information on their competition. Each company’s global presence, competitors, service offerings, innovations in products, and recent partnerships are all evaluated in the research.

Some of the key market players in the global methanol market are listed below:

• BASF SE
• Celanese Corporation
• Haldor Topsoe
• LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
• Metafrax Chemicals
• Methanex Corporation
• MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
• OCI
• PETRONAS Chemicals Group
• SABIC
• US Methanol LLC
• Yanzhou Coal Mining Company Limited
• Other Market Participants

Global Methanol Market Report Coverage

Global Methanol Market

By Derivatives

• Formaldehyde
• Acetic Acid
• Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
• Dimethyl Ether (DME)
• Methanol- to-olefins (MTO)
• Biodiesel
• Others

By Distribution Channel

• Direct
• Indirect

By End User Industry

• Construction
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Chemical
• Pharmaceutical
• Marine
• Others

By Region

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Rest of North America)
• Europe (France, The UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway), Benelux Union (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg), Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Rest of Southeast Asia), Rest of Asia) Pacific
• Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)

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Global Methanol Market Segmentation

By Derivatives

By Distribution Channel

By End User Industry

By Region

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