US Lubricants Industry Worth 2.5 Billion Gallons by 2018 Says a New Research Report at RnRMarketResearch.com
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) April 03, 2014 -- US demand to approach 2.5 billion gallons in 2018
US demand for lubricants is forecast to increase less than one percent per year through 2018, reaching nearly 2.5 billion gallons. Improved efficiency and less frequent oil replacement will be a common trend throughout lubricant markets, serving to restrain demand. Although growth will be modest, this will nonetheless represent a rebound from losses between 2003 and 2013 as manufacturing activity and economic growth pick up, supported by the country’s improving energy outlook. Moreover, there will be significant growth opportunities in key markets such as construction, heavy-duty trucks, and oil and gas production, and for premium products throughout a variety of lubricant markets.
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Light vehicle market to see shift in product mix
The light vehicle market will experience an ongoing shift toward longer lasting, higher quality lubricants, leading to declining total volumes despite good prospects for synthetic engine oils. Light vehicles hold a unique position as both the largest market for lubricants and the one most visible to consumers. Improvements in vehicle technology and lubricant formulations will be rapid in this market, driven by an industrywide focus on greater fuel efficiency in cars and trucks. As the US light vehicle fleet gradually moves toward cars calling for very high quality, low viscosity oils, these types of products will continue to gain favor. Manufacturer and industry specifications such as the upcoming ILSAC GF-6 and General Motors’ current DEXOS standards will be influential in promoting these trends, as will marketing efforts by lubricant companies seeking to promote high value premium engine oils.
Nonvehicle markets to offer better volume growth
Better prospects for volume growth will exist in the construction, oil and gas, and machinery manufacturing markets. The US construction industry is expected to continue a strong recovery through 2018, and will be among the fastest growing lubricant markets. The oil and gas industry, which has seen rapid growth in drilling and exploration since 2006, will continue to provide rising demand for lubricants in oilfield and pipeline applications as well. Furthermore, natural gas prices are expected to remain low by historical standards through 2018, promoting a wide range of manufacturing and other industrial activity. Energy intensive industries such as the production of metals, motor vehicles, and machinery will all benefit. There will be implications for the electrical power industry as well, as greener energy sources such as natural gas and wind power supplant coal as preferred fuels.
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Premium products hold the best growth opportunities
Among product types, some of the best opportunities will be for industrial and heavy-duty diesel engine oils, gas turbine oils, and industrial hydraulic fluids. There will be opportunities in most markets for premium products that can offer better lubrication, longer drain intervals, or increased environmental friendliness. Synthetic, re-refined, and bio-based oils will substantially outpace conventional petroleum lubricants overall.
Company Profiles
Profiles US industry players such as BP, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, Shell and Valvoline (Ashland)
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