Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Storage;

Cylinder & Packaged Gas, and Merchant Liquid/Bulk.

By Type;

Argon, Oxygen, Hydrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Others.

By Application;

Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, and Others.

By End-Use Industry;

Metal Manufacturing & Fabrication, Construction, Energy, Aerospace, and Others.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn120047690 Published Date: January, 2025 Updated Date: February, 2025

Introduction

Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market was valued at USD 3,334.99 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 4,948.73 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.8%.

The global welding gas and shielding gas market stands at the forefront of innovation and industrial progress, serving as a vital component in various manufacturing processes worldwide. As industries continue to evolve, the demand for high-quality welding and shielding gases remains consistently robust. This market encompasses a diverse range of gases, including argon, carbon dioxide, helium, and mixtures tailored to specific welding applications. Whether it's automotive, construction, aerospace, or electronics, these gases play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, strength, and efficiency of welded components.

The growth of the welding gas market is the surge in infrastructure development and construction activities across emerging economies. As urbanization accelerates and infrastructure projects expand, the need for reliable welding gases for fabrication, construction, and repair work becomes increasingly pronounced. Additionally, the automotive industry's continual pursuit of lightweight materials and advanced manufacturing techniques further fuels the demand for specialized welding gases that enable precise and efficient welding processes.

The rising emphasis on sustainability and environmental consciousness is reshaping the landscape of the welding gas market. Manufacturers are increasingly investing in eco-friendly gas blends and technologies that minimize emissions and enhance workplace safety. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to optimizing gas consumption efficiency, innovations in welding and shielding gases are not only enhancing industrial productivity but also contributing to a more sustainable future. As the global economy evolves, the welding gas market is poised to continue its trajectory of steady growth, driven by technological advancements, infrastructure development, and environmental stewardship.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Storage
    2. Market Snapshot, By Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Application
    4. Market Snapshot, By End-Use Industry
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Industrial Expansion
        2. Infrastructure Development
        3. Growing Automotive Sector
      2. Restraints
        1. Fluctuating Raw Material Prices
        2. Trade Barriers
        3. Safety Concerns
      3. Opportunities
        1. Sustainable Gas Solutions
        2. Automation in Welding Processes
        3. Specialty Gas Blends
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market, By Storage, Distribution & Transportation, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Cylinder & Packaged Gas
      2. Merchant Liquid/Bulk
    2. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Argon
      2. Oxygen
      3. Hydrogen
      4. Carbon Dioxide
      5. Others
    3. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Gas Metal Arc Welding
      2. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
      3. Others
    4. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market, By End-Use Industry, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Metal Manufacturing & Fabrication

      2. Construction

      3. Energy

      4. Aerospace

      5. Others

    5. Global Welding Gas/Shielding Gas Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Air Liquide S.A.
      2. Air Products and Chemicals, Inc
      3. Iwatani Corporation
      4. Praxair Inc.
      5. The Linde Group
      6. Southern Industrial Gas
      7. Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation
      8. Messer Group
      9. Gulf Cryo
      10. Iceblick Ltd.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market