India City Gas Distribution Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 10.02 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 18.51 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 13.06 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
India City Gas Distribution Market Analysis
The India City Gas Distribution Market size is estimated at USD 10.02 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 18.51 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 13.06% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- Over the medium term, increased government efforts to decarbonize the residential and transport sectors and rising demand for CNG vehicles are expected to drive the market.
- On the other hand, the rising demand for electric vehicles is expected to hinder the market's growth.
- Nevertheless, the government's intention of converting India into a gas-based economy is expected to increase the natural gas share in its energy mix from 6% in 2019 to 15% by 2030. This is expected to create enormous opportunities for the India City Gas Distribution (CGD) Market.
India City Gas Distribution Market Trends
Industrial Sector to Dominate the Market
- The industrial segment includes various manufacturing industries requiring natural gas for heating. For example, natural gas is used in the steel industry to melt pig iron into steel. Similarly, natural gas is used in the brick industry to increase mechanical properties like strength and hardness.
- Like the residential and commercial sectors, PNG connections supply industries with natural gas. Over the years, the Indian industrial sector has grown. It is expected to grow further in the upcoming years due to various medium- and small-scale industry policies and convenient financing methods from India's central public sector banks.
- The industrial sector is the major segment that consumes the highest volume of natural gas compared to the residential and commercial sectors. Natural gas is required in large volumes in industries. For instance, the steel manufacturing industry needs nearly 18000 cubic meters of natural gas per hour. However, this number may change based on the industry's capacity. Similarly, the tea industry requires a large volume of natural gas to dry the tea leaves in bulk.
- As of March 2023, industries have around 16,563 PNG connections. The connection number seems low as compared to residential and commercial. However, its uses are significantly high. As per PPAC, in the period April 2022-September 2022, industries consumed nearly 12.1 MMSCMD of natural gas, which is relatively high as compared to 2.5 MMSCMD in the residential and 0.67 MMSCMD in the commercial sector.
- As of February 2023, data from the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises reveals that Micro MSMEs dominated the Indian market, holding a share of over 96.6 percent. They were trailed by Small MSMEs at 3.12 percent and Mid MSMEs at 0.28 percent. This significant market share underscores the critical role Micro MSMEs play in the Indian economy, providing employment opportunities and contributing to GDP growth.
- During the upcoming years, natural gas consumption in the industrial sector is expected to grow further due to an increase in the numbers of small and medium-scale industries. As per the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, as of February 2023, there are nearly 14,392,652 MSMEs in India. Among all, 13.8 million are micro-enterprises, 446,980 are small, and 40,400 are midsize enterprises.
- Therefore, based on the above-mentioned factors, industrial sector is expected to have the largest market share during the forecast period.
Increasing PNG Connections and CNG Stations are Expected to Drive the Market
- The city gas distribution market in India includes PNG and CNG segments. PNG connections are provided to various end-users, such as domestic, industrial, and commercial. At the same time, CNG stations, also known as retail outlets, are installed at various places so that people can have access to natural gas for transport.
- After the completion of the 12 bidding rounds in the country in October 2023, the government announced that it had covered 98% of the population compared to 96% in the previous round. This increase in the coverage area is expected to increase the number of PNG and CNG connections across the country.
- The Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board in India, under the Natural Gas Infrastructure in India "Vision 2030," has announced plans to increase the share of natural gas in the energy mix by 20% in 2025 as compared to 11% in 2010, which may increase the number of PNG connections and CNG stations in the country.
- The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board is mandated to authorize entities to lay, build, operate, or expand the local natural gas distribution network (CGD Network) for which it calls for competitive bids from entities for laying, building, operating, or expansion of CGD networks. The authorization to the entity gives the physical exclusivity to lay, build, operate, and expand the CGD Network, which includes CNG & PNG, for a period of 25 years.
- As of March 2023, under Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), there are 5,665 CNG stations, with 1,10,29,228 domestic, 37,772 commercial, and 16,563 industrial piped natural gas (PNG) connections across India
- According to PNGRB, by 2025, around 230 cities are likely to have gas infrastructure. Pipeline infrastructure is set to grow nearly four times, and compressed natural gas stations are to increase three times through 2025 as expansion in new geographies picks up pace.
- Such developments are expected to drive the adoption of PNG in the household sector and expanstion of CNG stations across the country during the forecast period.
India City Gas Distribution Industry Overview
The India city gas distribution (CGD) market is semi-fragmented. The key players in the market (in no particular order) include Indraprastha Gas Limited, Mahanagar Gas Ltd, GAIL Gas Limited, Gujarat Gas Ltd, and IndianOil-Adani Gas Pvt. Ltd, among others.
India City Gas Distribution Market Leaders
-
Indraprastha Gas Limited
-
Mahanagar Gas Ltd
-
GAIL Gas Limited
-
Gujarat Gas Ltd.
-
IndianOil-Adani Gas Pvt. Ltd.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
India City Gas Distribution Market News
- June 2024: The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) organized a Roundtable Discussion with its stakeholders to understand the overall landscape of PNG Stoves and Retrofitted LPG Stoves. With increasing dependence on natural gas, the organization, along with Academic Research Institutions, CGD Entities, and Stove Manufacturer companies, deliberated on adopting highly efficient domestic PNG stoves.
- April 2024: A Japanese consortium announced its plans to invest USD 370 million in a firm led by ISquared Capital, a global infrastructure investor. The consortium targets to invest in the city gas distribution network in India.
India City Gas Distribution Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope of the Study
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Study Assumptions
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4. MARKET OVERVIEW
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Market Size and Demand Forecast in USD, till 2029
4.3 Number of PNG Connections and CNG Stations, By Location, India, as of July 2024
4.4 Recent Trends and Developments
4.5 Government Policies and Regulations
4.6 Market Dynamics
4.6.1 Drivers
4.6.1.1 Rising Demand for CNG Vehicles
4.6.1.2 Increased Government Efforts To Decarbonize The Residential And Transport Sector
4.6.2 Restraints
4.6.2.1 Rising Demand for Electric Vehicles
4.7 Supply Chain Analysis
4.8 PESTLE Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Type
5.1.1 Pipeline Natural Gas (PNG) Connections
5.1.2 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Connections
5.2 End User
5.2.1 Automotive
5.2.2 Residential
5.2.3 Commercial
5.2.4 Industrial
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
6.2 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Indraprastha Gas Limited
6.3.2 Mahanagar Gas Ltd
6.3.3 GAIL Gas Limited
6.3.4 Gujarat Gas Ltd
6.3.5 Maharashtra Natural Gas Ltd
6.3.6 Haryana City Gas Distribution Network Ltd
6.3.7 Aavantika Gas Ltd
6.3.8 Sabarmati Gas Ltd
6.3.9 Assam Gas Company Ltd
6.3.10 Adani Total Gas Ltd.
6.3.11 Torrent Group
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Development of Hydrogen Transportation
India City Gas Distribution Industry Segmentation
City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks are a network of underground Natural Gas pipelines that distribute Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to residential, commercial, industrial, and retail outlet clients. The pipelines vary in size and pressure significantly. The designed pressure is always customized as per the end user's requirement.
The India city gas distribution (CGD) market is segmented by type and end user. By type, the market is segmented into pipeline natural gas (PNG) connections and compressed natural gas (CNG) connections. By end user, the market is segmented into automotive, residential, commercial, and industrial. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on revenue (USD).
| Type | |
| Pipeline Natural Gas (PNG) Connections | |
| Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Connections |
| End User | |
| Automotive | |
| Residential | |
| Commercial | |
| Industrial |
India City Gas Distribution Market Research FAQs
How big is the India City Gas Distribution Market?
The India City Gas Distribution Market size is expected to reach USD 10.02 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 13.06% to reach USD 18.51 billion by 2029.
What is the current India City Gas Distribution Market size?
In 2024, the India City Gas Distribution Market size is expected to reach USD 10.02 billion.
Who are the key players in India City Gas Distribution Market?
Indraprastha Gas Limited, Mahanagar Gas Ltd, GAIL Gas Limited, Gujarat Gas Ltd. and IndianOil-Adani Gas Pvt. Ltd. are the major companies operating in the India City Gas Distribution Market.
What years does this India City Gas Distribution Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the India City Gas Distribution Market size was estimated at USD 8.71 billion. The report covers the India City Gas Distribution Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the India City Gas Distribution Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
City Gas Distribution in India Industry Report
Statistics for the 2024 City Gas Distribution in India market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. City Gas Distribution in India analysis includes a market forecast outlook to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
