Global Hydrogen Generation Market by Geography, by Mode of Generation & Delivery, Applications and Technology - Trends & Forecasts to 2019

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Oct 22, 2014, 09:59 ET

DUBLIN, Oct. 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Hydrogen Generation Market by Geography, by Mode of Generation & Delivery, Applications and Technology - Global Trends & Forecasts to 2019" report to their offering.

The global hydrogen generation market is estimated to reach $138.2 billion by 2019, with a projected CAGR of 5.9%, signifying an increase in demand for a clean and emission free power source that is hydrogen.

Hydrogen is the lightest and most common element which has a number of applications in chemical processing, petroleum recovery and refining, metal production and fabrication, aerospace, and fuel cells. The demand for hydrogen is largest in petroleum refinery and ammonia production. However, automotive fuel is an emerging sector with a huge potential in future. Hydrogen is considered to be environment friendly as electrochemical cells generate water vapor. Asia-Pacific is the leading market exhibiting high growth in hydrogen generation.

During petroleum refining, hydrogen is used for desulfurization and thus, the requirement of hydrogen in refineries depends on the sulfur level present in petroleum products. With the decrease of sulfur level in petroleum products, hydrogen requirement per unit of oil (intensity) increases. Governments are regulating sulfur content in final petroleum products hence; the demand for hydrogen generation is increasing. Hydrogen presents a cleaner option when used as a fuel to generate electricity since; it is produced by the electrolysis of water using renewable energies like wind, solar, and hydro. However, hydrogen production also faces challenges, as it lacks proper transportation and distribution infrastructure.

Airgas Inc. (U.S.), Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (U.S.), Linde AG (Germany), Praxair Inc. (U.S.), and Hydrogenics Corp. (Canada) are the major global players, in the hydrogen generation market.

Most of these companies mainly rely on growth strategies such as contract agreements, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, and supply agreements in order to expand, globally. The risk of failure involved in the industry is high, due to increase in cost of hydrogen generation technology as compared to that of fossil fuels and lack of proper distribution and transportation network as hydrogen needs to be handled with caution since, it is inflammable if it comes in contact with air. Therefore, to enhance market penetration and share the expenditure along with the risks, the market players are entering into agreements and collaborations to achieve profitability.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Premium Insights

5. Market Overview

6. Industry Trends

7. Global Hydrogen Generation Market, By Geography

8. Global Hydrogen Generation Market, By Mode of Generation and Delivery

9. Global Hydrogen Generation Market, By Applications

10. Global Hydrogen Generation Market, By Generation Technology

11. Competitive Landscape

12. Company Profiles

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