商业氢能市场－全球产业规模、份额、趋势、机会和预测（按生产方式、分销模式、应用、地区和竞争细分，2020-2030 年）

2024 年全球商用氢市场价值为 275.1 亿美元，预计到 2030 年将达到 443.7 亿美元，预测期内复合年增长率为 8.13%。

随着氢气成为全球能源转型的关键推动力，全球商用氢气市场正经历强劲成长。商用氢气是指由供应商生产并销售给最终用户的氢气，而非由消费者现场生产。石油精炼、化工、冶金、交通运输和发电等各领域日益增长的需求正在推动市场向前发展。商用氢气市场传统上主要应用于炼油厂的氨生产和加氢裂解等工业製程，如今正迅速扩展到清洁能源和运输领域。世界各国政府和私营部门正在投资氢气作为清洁燃料替代品，以减少碳排放，这为灰氢（来自天然气）和低碳氢化合物源（例如蓝氢（透过碳捕获）和绿氢（来自再生电解））创造了机会。

关键市场驱动因素

工业脱碳减量倡议

主要市场挑战

成本竞争力与生产经济性

主要市场趋势

氢气供应链的数位化和自动化

目录

第 1 章：产品概述

第二章：研究方法

第三章：执行摘要

第四章：顾客之声

第五章：全球商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
  • 按价值
• 市场占有率和预测
  • 依生产方法分类（蒸汽甲烷重整、煤气化、电解、石油部分氧化、其他）
  • 依配送方式（管线、散装、现场生产、氢气管拖车）
  • 按应用（石油和天然气、化学、电力和能源、汽车和运输、金属和采矿、其他）
  • 按地区（北美、欧洲、南美、中东和非洲、亚太地区）
• 按公司分类（2024）
• 市场地图

第六章：北美商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
• 市场占有率和预测
• 北美：国家分析
  • 美国
  • 加拿大
  • 墨西哥

第七章：欧洲商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
• 市场占有率和预测
• 欧洲：国家分析
  • 德国
  • 法国
  • 英国
  • 义大利
  • 西班牙

第八章：亚太地区商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
• 市场占有率和预测
• 亚太地区：国家分析
  • 中国
  • 印度
  • 日本
  • 韩国
  • 澳洲

第九章：中东和非洲商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
• 市场占有率和预测
• 中东和非洲：国家分析
  • 沙乌地阿拉伯
  • 阿联酋
  • 南非

第十章：南美商用氢市场展望

• 市场规模和预测
• 市场占有率和预测
• 南美洲：国家分析
  • 巴西
  • 哥伦比亚
  • 阿根廷

第 11 章：市场动态

• 驱动程式
• 挑战

第 12 章：市场趋势与发展

• 合併与收购（如有）
• 产品发布（如有）
• 最新动态

第十三章：公司简介

• Air Liquide
• Linde plc
• Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• Messer Group GmbH
• Iwatani Corporation
• Showa Denko KK
• Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation
• Cummins Inc.
• Engie SA
• Uniper SE

第 14 章：策略建议

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Global Merchant Hydrogen Market was valued at USD 27.51 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 44.37 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 8.13% during the forecast period.

The global Merchant Hydrogen Market is witnessing robust growth as hydrogen emerges as a key enabler of the global energy transition. Merchant hydrogen refers to hydrogen produced and sold by suppliers to end users, rather than being produced on-site by consumers. The increasing demand across various sectors-such as petroleum refining, chemicals, metallurgy, transportation, and power generation-is driving the market forward. Traditionally dominated by applications in industrial processes like ammonia production and hydrocracking in oil refineries, the merchant hydrogen market is now expanding rapidly into clean energy and mobility sectors. Governments and private stakeholders around the world are investing in hydrogen as a clean fuel alternative to reduce carbon emissions, creating opportunities for both grey hydrogen (from natural gas) and low-carbon hydrogen sources such as blue (with carbon capture) and green (from renewable electrolysis).

Key Market Drivers

Industrial Decarbonization and Emission Reduction Initiatives

One of the most critical drivers of the merchant hydrogen market is the global push toward decarbonizing industrial operations. Sectors such as oil refining, chemicals, metallurgy, and fertilizers account for over 90 million metric tons of annual hydrogen consumption, with over 70% derived from fossil fuels. The refining sector alone uses approximately 40 million metric tons of hydrogen annually, primarily for hydrocracking and desulfurization processes. Similarly, ammonia production consumes nearly 33 million metric tons, while methanol synthesis accounts for another 12 million metric tons. As hydrogen production is responsible for nearly 1.8% of global CO2 emissions-translating to about 915 million metric tons-industries are facing increasing pressure to transition toward cleaner sources.

Governments are tightening regulations on industrial carbon emissions, with carbon pricing mechanisms now active in over 45 countries. Some jurisdictions are enforcing a carbon cost of up to $100 per ton, making grey hydrogen economically less attractive. Merchant hydrogen suppliers are capitalizing on this shift by offering low-carbon or renewable hydrogen to industries unable to build their own production infrastructure. Furthermore, nearly 60% of Fortune 500 industrial firms have adopted net-zero targets, reinforcing demand for externally sourced clean hydrogen.

This transition is especially vital for hard-to-electrify sectors such as cement, steel, and chemical manufacturing. With more than 150 industrial decarbonization projects globally in development or execution stages, demand for off-site hydrogen procurement continues to climb. As a result, merchant hydrogen producers are increasingly integrating carbon capture and electrolyzer technologies to serve this evolving industrial customer base.

Key Market Challenges

Cost Competitiveness & Production Economics

A major challenge for merchant hydrogen players is achieving cost parity with conventional fuels and internally generated hydrogen. While electrolyzer prices have dropped, green hydrogen production still averages USD4-6/kg, compared to grey hydrogen's USD1-2/kg. Additional processing, compression, storage, and transportation costs add another USD0.50-1.00/kg, making merchant-delivered green hydrogen twice as expensive as onsite grey alternatives. High upfront capital expenses are a barrier: electrolyzer projects typically require USD800-1,200 per installed kW. Moreover, renewable power contracts remain volatile and location-dependent, with electricity pricing ranging from USD20/MWh in sunny regions to USD80/MWh elsewhere, directly impacting green hydrogen economics. Merchant suppliers must also factor in capital recovery, operating margins, and working capital, often doubling break-even thresholds. As a result, attracting traditional industrial and transport buyers requires bridging a cost gap of USD2-4/kg, through subsidies or premium pricing tied to decarbonization goals. Without sustained cost declines or supportive policy, merchant-sourced hydrogen may struggle to compete with onsite grey production.

Key Market Trends

Digitalization and Automation of Hydrogen Supply Chains

Digital technologies are increasingly being integrated into the hydrogen value chain to enhance safety, efficiency, and traceability. Merchant hydrogen providers are investing in IoT-enabled sensors, digital twins, blockchain-based tracking systems, and cloud platforms to monitor hydrogen purity, flow rates, pressure levels, and emissions in real time. These solutions improve supply chain transparency and reduce losses during transport and storage. For example, predictive analytics powered by AI helps optimize delivery routes for hydrogen tankers, reducing fuel consumption and operational costs by 10-15%. Additionally, blockchain-based platforms are being piloted to track the carbon intensity of hydrogen across production, logistics, and end-use, enabling suppliers to offer certified green hydrogen with immutable proof-of-origin. Automation is also being introduced in refueling stations and pipeline pressure management systems to ensure consistent delivery performance. As merchant hydrogen buyers demand high-purity grades and verified sustainability, digitalization becomes essential for maintaining customer trust and regulatory compliance. These technologies not only improve performance but also enable suppliers to differentiate their offerings in an increasingly competitive market.

Key Market Players

• Air Liquide
• Linde plc
• Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• Messer Group GmbH
• Iwatani Corporation
• Showa Denko K.K.
• Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation
• Cummins Inc.
• Engie SA
• Uniper SE

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Merchant Hydrogen Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Merchant Hydrogen Market, By Production Method:

• Steam Methane Reforming
• Coal Gasification
• Electrolysis
• Partial Oxidation of Oil
• Others

Merchant Hydrogen Market, By Distribution Mode:

• Pipeline
• Bulk
• On-site Production
• Hydrogen Tube Trailers

Merchant Hydrogen Market, By Application:

• Oil & Gas
• Chemical
• Power & Energy
• Automotive & Transportation
• Metals & Mining
• Others

Merchant Hydrogen Market, By Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • South Africa

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Merchant Hydrogen Market.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

• 1.1. Market Definition
• 1.2. Scope of the Market
  • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
  • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
  • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

• 2.1. Objective of the Study
• 2.2. Baseline Methodology
• 2.3. Key Industry Partners
• 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
• 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
• 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
• 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

• 3.1. Overview of the Market
• 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
• 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
• 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
• 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 5.1.1. By Value
• 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 5.2.1. By Production Method (Steam Methane Reforming, Coal Gasification, Electrolysis, Partial Oxidation of Oil, Others)
  • 5.2.2. By Distribution Mode (Pipeline, Bulk, On-site Production, Hydrogen Tube Trailers)
  • 5.2.3. By Application (Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power & Energy, Automotive & Transportation, Metals & Mining, Others)
  • 5.2.4. By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa, Asia Pacific)
• 5.3. By Company (2024)
• 5.4. Market Map

6. North America Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 6.1.1. By Value
• 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 6.2.1. By Production Method
  • 6.2.2. By Distribution Mode
  • 6.2.3. By Application
  • 6.2.4. By Country
• 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
  • 6.3.1. United States Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.2.1. By Production Method
      • 6.3.1.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 6.3.1.2.3. By Application
  • 6.3.2. Canada Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.2.1. By Production Method
      • 6.3.2.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 6.3.2.2.3. By Application
  • 6.3.3. Mexico Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.2.1. By Production Method
      • 6.3.3.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 6.3.3.2.3. By Application

7. Europe Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 7.1.1. By Value
• 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 7.2.1. By Production Method
  • 7.2.2. By Distribution Mode
  • 7.2.3. By Application
  • 7.2.4. By Country
• 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
  • 7.3.1. Germany Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.2.1. By Production Method
      • 7.3.1.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 7.3.1.2.3. By Application
  • 7.3.2. France Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.2.1. By Production Method
      • 7.3.2.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 7.3.2.2.3. By Application
  • 7.3.3. United Kingdom Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.2.1. By Production Method
      • 7.3.3.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 7.3.3.2.3. By Application
  • 7.3.4. Italy Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.2.1. By Production Method
      • 7.3.4.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 7.3.4.2.3. By Application
  • 7.3.5. Spain Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.2.1. By Production Method
      • 7.3.5.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 7.3.5.2.3. By Application

8. Asia Pacific Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 8.1.1. By Value
• 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 8.2.1. By Production Method
  • 8.2.2. By Distribution Mode
  • 8.2.3. By Application
  • 8.2.4. By Country
• 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
  • 8.3.1. China Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.2.1. By Production Method
      • 8.3.1.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 8.3.1.2.3. By Application
  • 8.3.2. India Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.2.1. By Production Method
      • 8.3.2.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 8.3.2.2.3. By Application
  • 8.3.3. Japan Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.2.1. By Production Method
      • 8.3.3.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 8.3.3.2.3. By Application
  • 8.3.4. South Korea Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.2.1. By Production Method
      • 8.3.4.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 8.3.4.2.3. By Application
  • 8.3.5. Australia Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.2.1. By Production Method
      • 8.3.5.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 8.3.5.2.3. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 9.1.1. By Value
• 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 9.2.1. By Production Method
  • 9.2.2. By Distribution Mode
  • 9.2.3. By Application
  • 9.2.4. By Country
• 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
  • 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.2.1. By Production Method
      • 9.3.1.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 9.3.1.2.3. By Application
  • 9.3.2. UAE Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.2.1. By Production Method
      • 9.3.2.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 9.3.2.2.3. By Application
  • 9.3.3. South Africa Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.2.1. By Production Method
      • 9.3.3.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 9.3.3.2.3. By Application

10. South America Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook

• 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 10.1.1. By Value
• 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 10.2.1. By Production Method
  • 10.2.2. By Distribution Mode
  • 10.2.3. By Application
  • 10.2.4. By Country
• 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
  • 10.3.1. Brazil Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.2.1. By Production Method
      • 10.3.1.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 10.3.1.2.3. By Application
  • 10.3.2. Colombia Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.2.1. By Production Method
      • 10.3.2.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 10.3.2.2.3. By Application
  • 10.3.3. Argentina Merchant Hydrogen Market Outlook
    • 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.2.1. By Production Method
      • 10.3.3.2.2. By Distribution Mode
      • 10.3.3.2.3. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

• 11.1. Drivers
• 11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends and Developments

• 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
• 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
• 12.3. Recent Developments

13. Company Profiles

• 13.1. Air Liquide
  • 13.1.1. Business Overview
  • 13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
  • 13.1.3. Recent Developments
  • 13.1.4. Key Personnel
  • 13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
• 13.2. Linde plc
• 13.3. Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• 13.4. Messer Group GmbH
• 13.5. Iwatani Corporation
• 13.6. Showa Denko K.K.
• 13.7. Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation
• 13.8. Cummins Inc.
• 13.9. Engie SA
• 13.10. Uniper SE

14. Strategic Recommendations

15. About Us & Disclaimer