Oil and natural gas make up a significant portion of the energy sector and are the main fuel sources for the entire world economy. What distinguishes the oil and gas industry from other industries is the upstream market's unpredictability and volatility, the many operating constraints in the midstream market, and the downstream market's concentration of activities. But there are lots of opportunities on the market, particularly in the sustainability sector.
Thailand Oil and Gas Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Processing and purification of raw natural gas as well as marketing and distribution of products created from oil and gas are all included in the refining of petroleum crude oil. Asphalt, lubricants, waxes, fuel oils, natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, petrol, kerosene, jet fuel, diesel oil and petrochemicals are among the items produced. The elemental sulphur produced as a by-product of refining crude oil and natural gas replaces the hydrogen sulphide that was eliminated. Businesses are implementing the gas to liquid technology to lower pollution levels and generate petroleum products of the highest calibre. Gas to liquid technology is used to transform natural gas into premium liquid products. The market is expanding thanks to international assistance and investment in the oil and gas sector.
The demand for petroleum products and expanding natural gas pipeline capacity are two medium-term variables that are anticipated to propel the Thailand oil and gas market during the forecast period. During the forecast period, the market is anticipated to grow due to rising natural gas usage. Another important element influencing the market in the next years is the rising demand for goods produced by the oil and gas industry. Government programmes and policies aimed at expanding the upstream oil and gas sector are also anticipated to boost the market during the forecast period.
However, Thailand's current plans to move to renewable energy sources could hinder the country's oil and gas industry. Additionally, it is anticipated that the high costs of the equipment and processes in the oil & upstream sector will restrict market growth. Another two significant variables that could limit market growth during the anticipated term are the public's lack of awareness and the delay in updating the petroleum legislation.
Impact of COVID-19 on Thailand Oil and Gas Market
The COVID-19 epidemic had an impact on the supply and demand of the oil and gas market in Thailand. Raw material shortages, nationwide lockdowns, and issues with the supply chain compelled manufacturers to halt production, which unfortunately slowed market expansion. The introduction of vaccines to combat the Covid-19 pandemic is anticipated to aid in the market's expansion during the anticipated time frame. Due to a decline in demand for oil on both the domestic and international markets, the Covid-19 outbreak had a substantial impact on the oil and gas industry.
Thailand Oil and Gas Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Bangchak Corporation PCL, Chevron Corporation, MedcoEnergi, Mitsui Oil Exploration Co. Ltd., Pan Orient Energy (Siam) Ltd., PTT Public Company Limited, Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Sea Oil Energy Limited, TotalEnergies SE, Others.
Thailand Oil and Gas Market Segmentation:
By Sector: Based on the Sector, Thailand Oil and Gas Market is segmented as; Downstream, Midstream, Upstream.
By Region: This research also includes data for Central Thailand, Eastern Thailand, Northern Thailand, Southern Thailand and Western Thailand.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.