Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market by Type (Biomass/Waste, Coal, Natural Gas, Petroleum), By Application (Chemicals, Liquid Fuels, Power, Gas Fuels) and Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa), Forecast To 2028
The global Molten Bath Gasifier Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.3% during the forecast period, and it is estimated that the market will be worth USD XX billion by 2028. The growth can be attributed to factors such as increased demand for liquid fuels and gas fuels which are used in industrial sectors such as power generation, chemicals, steel production, and refining.
A molten bath gasifier is a type of chemical reactor in which the fuel and oxidizer are suspended on either side of an "inverse" bed. One or more conduits carrying air, oxygen-enriched air, or other suitable carrier stream material feed across this inverted bed from one side to the other, creating a partial vacuum that produces turbulence among the particles as they flow. The heat generated by contact with hot metal surfaces vaporizes some liquid into high-pressure steam jets which promote mixing inside the gasification zone.
On the basis of type, the molten bath gasifier is segmented into biomass/waste, coal, natural gas, and petroleum.
Biomass/Waste
The biomass/waste molten bath gasifier is the general name given to a type of gasification plant that converts organic waste into power and syngas. The chemical composition of this type of burner varies depending on what kind of fuel is used, but typically it includes carbon monoxide, hydrogen, methane, and other hydrocarbons (including natural gas).
Coal
A coal-fired molten bath gasification process is a thermal power generation technology that uses an electric arc furnace to melt the charge of coal, usually in conjunction with limestone. The charged fuel then moves through a tuyere where it enters the top of a reactor along with air and steam. In this step, elemental sulfur is produced from hydrogen sulfide as well as significant quantities of carbon monoxide and water vapor are released while some heat energy is absorbed by the reaction products. As the solid char falls down on cooling plates below, further reactions take place which yields more oxygenated hydrocarbons such as ethylene (C₄H₁₀) or propane (C₃H₆), and carbon dioxide.
The oxygen from the air reacts with the hydrogen sulfide to form sulfur, which is removed by a quenching material such as water vapor. The cooled char falls onto cooling plates below where it continues to react with steam at high temperatures in order to produce more hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. This process also extracts heat energy from the reactor; when this happens, a quench gas like nitrogen can be introduced into the cold end of the furnace loop so that no coolant needs to go through intermediate steps before being recycled back into molten bath reactors for dispatch purposes.
Natural Gas
A natural gas molten gasifier is a type of thermal gasification that can efficiently produce gaseous fuel, metallurgical coke, and synthesis gas (syngas). The syngas can be used for the production of renewable energy. It works on the principle of controlled combustion. The process begins by feeding biomass, coal, or petroleum into a horizontal tube furnace in which air is mixed with fuel to achieve at least stoichiometric proportions (i.e., an equivalence ratio within limits). This mixture burns and heats up metal rods made from various materials such as nickel-aluminum alloy, ceramic material, and others that are lined inside the stainless steel tubes surrounding the flame zone for liquidation purposes. This hot liquid product then flows down through a series of vertical pipes where it gathers heat energy from other parts of the system before being injected into one end of another set of heated pipes; this second set usually has much greater internal surface area than does the first set.
Petroleum
Petroleum molten bath gasifiers are a type of integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) plant. The IGCC process combines the steps of converting coal to syngas, as well as producing hydrogen and carbon dioxide from natural gas or petroleum gases. Syngas is then burned in an air-cooled combustion turbine with steam production for power generation. This represents a more efficient way to produce electricity than using conventional pulverized coal plants that need water cooling units because they lack thermal efficiency due to high-temperature levels. Other advantages include lower sulfur oxide emissions when burning sulfate materials such as oil shale, tight ash control systems reducing fly ash deposits downstream, and reduced NOx emissions through improved fuel utilization efficiencies.
On the basis of application, molten bath gasifier is segmented into chemicals, liquid fuels, power & gas fuels.
Chemicals
Molten bath gasifiers are used in the chemical industry. They have been studied for their ability to produce chemicals such as methanol and other organic compounds, but this application is still new. There may be some risk of toxic emissions from these gases due to incomplete combustion of the waste feedstock. However, a recent study found that when properly operated they can reduce particulate matter by up to 95%.
Liquid Fuels
The molten bath gasification process has also been investigated for use in producing liquid fuels like synthetic diesel or gasoline because it produces hydrogen and carbon monoxide which could then be converted into hydrocarbons via Fischer-Tropsch synthesis (a process used at oil refineries). This is an expensive option since there is no commercially
Power
Power plants across the world are transitioning to using natural gas, coal, and oil instead of burning nuclear fuel. Molten bath gasifiers can be used for power production as well by converting biomass into syngas (synthesis gas) which powers turbines in a combined cycle plant or generating electricity from hydrogen via steam methane reforming.
Gas Fuels
Molten bath gasifiers used for the production of gas fuels are mainly used in chemical plants as a fuel source. There is also an increasing demand among coal-fired power plants to use molten bath gasifier technology instead of natural gas or petroleum products, which requires much less energy and produces fewer emissions than traditional methods.
On the basis of region, the global molten bath gasifier market is segmented into North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. The molten bath gasifier market in North America is expected to witness a relatively high growth rate during the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for natural gas by power plants as well as companies involved in manufacturing chemicals. The use of molten baths has increased considerably among coal-fired power plants in this region due to stringent emission norms mandated by EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency). In addition, it also offers higher conversion efficiency than other conventional systems which makes them an ideal solution. Further key factors driving up its adoption include improving environmental concerns because they produce fewer emissions than traditional methods like furnaces or combustion turbines; lower equipment costs compared with pure syngas plants; and lower emissions of nitrogen oxides.
Growth Factors
The growth factors for the molten bath gasifier market are demand in coal-fired power plants to reduce emissions, increase efficiency and produce electricity more cheaply. The increasing use of natural gas as a fuel is also driving the growth of this industry because it reduces carbon dioxide emissions which helps in improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gases.
Up Market Research published a new report titled “Molten Bath Gasifier Market research report which is segmented by Types (Biomass/Waste, Coal, Natural Gas, Petroleum), By Applications (Chemicals, Liquid Fuels, Power, Gas Fuels), By Players/Companies Biomass Engineering, PRMEnergySystems, Bellwether Gasification Technology, Flex Technologies, KBR, Air Liquide, Cb&I, GE, KBR, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shell, Sedin Engineering, Siemens, Synthesis Energy Systems, Thyssenkrupp”. As per the study, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% in the forecast period.
Report Scope
Report Attributes | Report Details |
Report Title | Molten Bath Gasifier Market Research Report |
By Type | Biomass/Waste, Coal, Natural Gas, Petroleum |
By Application | Chemicals, Liquid Fuels, Power, Gas Fuels |
By Companies | Biomass Engineering, PRMEnergySystems, Bellwether Gasification Technology, Flex Technologies, KBR, Air Liquide, Cb&I, GE, KBR, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shell, Sedin Engineering, Siemens, Synthesis Energy Systems, Thyssenkrupp |
Regions Covered | North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA |
Base Year | 2020 |
Historical Year | 2018 to 2019 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability) |
Forecast Year | 2028 |
Number of Pages | 219 |
Number of Tables & Figures | 154 |
Customization Available | Yes, the report can be customized as per your need. |
The report covers comprehensive data on emerging trends, market drivers, growth opportunities, and restraints that can change the market dynamics of the industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of the market segments which include products, applications, and competitor analysis.
Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market Report Segments:
The market is segmented by Type Biomass/Waste, Coal, Natural Gas, Petroleum and By Application Chemicals, Liquid Fuels, Power, Gas Fuels.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Biomass Engineering
- PRMEnergySystems
- Bellwether Gasification Technology
- Flex Technologies
- KBR
- Air Liquide
- Cb&I
- GE
- KBR
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
- Shell
- Sedin Engineering
- Siemens
- Synthesis Energy Systems
- Thyssenkrupp
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Overview of the regional outlook of the Molten Bath Gasifier Market:
Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.
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- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2028.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
1. Biomass/Waste
2. Coal
3. Natural Gas
4. Petroleum
7. By Application:1. Chemicals
2. Liquid Fuels
3. Power
4. Gas Fuels
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
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Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Molten Bath Gasifier Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Molten Bath Gasifier Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Biomass/Waste
5.2.2 Coal
5.2.3 Natural Gas
5.2.4 Petroleum
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Chemicals
6.2.2 Liquid Fuels
6.2.3 Power
6.2.4 Gas Fuels
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Molten Bath Gasifier Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Biomass/Waste
9.6.2 Coal
9.6.3 Natural Gas
9.6.4 Petroleum
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Chemicals
9.10.2 Liquid Fuels
9.10.3 Power
9.10.4 Gas Fuels
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Molten Bath Gasifier Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Biomass/Waste
10.6.2 Coal
10.6.3 Natural Gas
10.6.4 Petroleum
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Chemicals
10.10.2 Liquid Fuels
10.10.3 Power
10.10.4 Gas Fuels
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Molten Bath Gasifier Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Biomass/Waste
11.6.2 Coal
11.6.3 Natural Gas
11.6.4 Petroleum
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Chemicals
11.10.2 Liquid Fuels
11.10.3 Power
11.10.4 Gas Fuels
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Molten Bath Gasifier Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Biomass/Waste
12.6.2 Coal
12.6.3 Natural Gas
12.6.4 Petroleum
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Chemicals
12.10.2 Liquid Fuels
12.10.3 Power
12.10.4 Gas Fuels
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Molten Bath Gasifier Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Biomass/Waste
13.6.2 Coal
13.6.3 Natural Gas
13.6.4 Petroleum
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Molten Bath Gasifier Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Chemicals
13.10.2 Liquid Fuels
13.10.3 Power
13.10.4 Gas Fuels
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Molten Bath Gasifier Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Molten Bath Gasifier Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Biomass Engineering
14.3.2 PRMEnergySystems
14.3.3 Bellwether Gasification Technology
14.3.4 Flex Technologies
14.3.5 KBR
14.3.6 Air Liquide
14.3.7 Cb&I
14.3.8 GE
14.3.9 KBR
14.3.10 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
14.3.11 Shell
14.3.12 Sedin Engineering
14.3.13 Siemens
14.3.14 Synthesis Energy Systems
14.3.15 Thyssenkrupp