Gas gensets industry: Markets, trends and industry players.

The growth of the global gas genset market and its future trends is of great importance to all the players in the industry. Here is a snapshot of things to come.

During the period 2018 to 2023, the growth was predicted to be a steady 5%.

Growth contributors and inhibitors:-

Since the global genset market is ruled by diesel gensets that are increasingly being regulated because of their emissions, gas gensets that are not environmentally toxic are expected to benefit from these developments. 

Also, the gap between supply and demand of electricity will have a positive demand for gas gensets. Gas gensets can be used in a variety of industries, do not have emissions and are used as a backup when electricity fails - these factors make them even more popular. Add the volatility of oil prices and you have a scenario that looks quite bullish for the gas gensets industry.

Gas Genset Market Segmentation :-

The gas gensets industry can be categorized according to fuel, power rating, application and end-user.

The fuel category can be further subdivided into bio-gas, natural gas, and others. Natural gas is the leader in the market in this subcategory thanks to easy availability of natural gas across many geographies. 

Under power rating, we have ratings up to 100 kVA, 100-350 kVA, 350-1000 kVA, and more than 1000 kVA.

The Application-based sub category includes Peak Sharing, Continuous and Standby. Standby is leading since 2017 and is expected to dominate soon.

In the end-user sub category, the market for Residential gensets is expected to grow rapidly. The other players in this category are Commercial and Industrial. 

Regional Markets:-

According to the MRFR report, North America, APAC, Europe, the Middle East and Africa and South America will demand the highest number of gensets. 

Thanks to the availability of natural gas, it’s low prices and demand USA continues to be the biggest market for gas gensets. 

Rapid industrialization in countries such as India and China will also lead to a high demand for gas gensets in APAC markets. Stringent regulations on greenhouse gas emissions, inadequate power supply will boost demand in these markets. 

In Europe, rising demand for eco-friendly gensets and rigid regulations are creating demand for gas gensets. 

Significant Players:-

According to the MRFR report, the key players in the category are Mahindra Powerol, Cummins, MTU On-site Energy, Caterpillar, General Power Systems, Siemens, AG, GE, ABB and others.

Mahindra Powerol deals in gas gensets that are extremely efficient and robust.

To know more about our products and the industries we cater to visit our website at: - www.mahindrapowerol.com or call us at 1800-419-1999

SMART CONSUMER – Natural Gas and its future in India

India has a heavy appetite for energy, we are the third largest energy consumer in the world today and will become top consumer within a decade. Our share of total global primary energy demand is set to double (to 11%) by 2040. Improving living standards and aspiring middle class of the country are driving this growing demand.

To meet this increasing energy demand India is strategically moving towards a gas-based economy. India aims to increase the share of gas from the current 6.2% to 15% in its primary energy mix by 2030. As per BP Energy Outlook, 2019, the gas consumption of India in 2040 is estimated to be 185 billion cubic meters.

In order to move towards 15% share of Natural Gas in our economy, various steps are being taken including enhancing natural gas production and building gas infrastructure (gas pipelines, City Gas Distribution networks and LNG regasification terminals).

Construction of over 16,800 km of pipeline is already completed and an additional 14,300 km to be done to complete the National Gas Grid, out of this 11,000 km is under construction now.

Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has authorized 228 geographic areas covering 406 districts spread over 27 States for City Gas Distribution (for both domestic and commercial use). The network will cater to 70% of the population in India.

Snapshot of City Gas Distribution (CGD) authorization in India

A brief of major gas pipeline projects which are being implemented by Central Government PSUs are as under

(Source: http://petroleum.nic.in/natural-gas/about-natural-gas)

Jagdishpur – Haldia/Bokaro – Dhamra Pipeline Project (JHBDPL) & Barauni- Guwahati Pipeline project (BGPL):

GAIL is executing a 2655 km. long pipeline project. Phase-I of the project from Phulpur up to Dobhi (Gaya) with spur line to Varanasi, Patna, Gorakhpur & Barauni has been commissioned in 2019. Further, Pipeline from Barauni to Guwahati is also being implemented as an integral part JHBDPL project to connect North East Region (NER) with the National Gas Grid. The approx. length of the pipeline is 729 km. The entire project will cater to the energy demand of Eastern and North-Eastern Region covering six states, namely Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal and Assam.

North East Region (NER) Gas Grid:

A joint venture of five oil and gas CPSE's i.e. GAIL, IOCL, OIL, ONGC and NRL named as “Indradhanush Gas Grid Ltd” (IGGL) has been entrusted to develop trunk pipeline connectivity in all North Eastern States i.e. Assam, Sikkim, Mizoram, Manipur, Aruncahal Pradesh, Tripura, Nagaland and Meghalaya in a phased manner. Prime objective of these pipelines would be to transport the domestic natural gas produced in the north east states and the same may first cater to the local requirements. It shall also connect the NER grid to the National Gas Grid.

Kochi-Koottanad- Bangalore-Mangalore (Ph-II) Pipeline Project (KKBMPL):

41 Km of Phase-I of pipeline has been commissioned and 887 Km of Phase-II is under progress in two sections. Construction work by GAIL of Kochi-Koottanad- Mangalore Section (444 Kms) is under progress and expected to be commissioned shortly. Work on other section is under progress.

Ennore-Thiruvallur-Bangalore-Nagapattinum– Madurai – Tuticorin Natural gas pipeline (ETBNMTPL):

IOCL is laying Ennore-Thiruvallur-Bangalore-Nagapattinum– Madurai – Tuticorin Natural gas pipeline (ETBNMTPL), length- 1385 km. This pipeline will connect new Ennore LNG Terminal with various demand centers in the region.

What is Natural Gas?

Dead organisms buried under sedimentary rock for millions of years, subjected to intense heat and pressure, gets converted to crude oil (petroleum) and natural gas.

Natural Gas is the cleanest of all fossil fuels. When burned it produces fewer greenhouse gases and air pollutants when compared to other fossil fuels. Natural Gas is primarily Methane (CH₄) with smaller quantities of other hydrocarbons (Ethane – C₂H₆, Propane – C₃H₈, Butane – C₄H₁₀ etc).

After extraction, the gas is sent to a processing plant to separate the impurities from the pure gas. After processing it is transported to distribution center through pipelines. From the distribution centers the gas is supplied for various industrial and domestic use.

With recent improvements in the oil and gas extraction technology and better infrastructure the usage of natural gas is poised for an exponential growth. It is increasingly becoming a popular choice of fuel for locomotives and power generation.

Let us understand the various types of gases available in the market today.

PNG (Piped Natural Gas):

It is the Natural Gas which is distributed to individual users through pipe lines. PNG is safer than LPG, being lighter than air it dissipates quickly in the air in case of a leakage. As PNG is supplied through pipes, there is no need to store the gas in cylinders, it is an uninterrupted supply. 

CNG (Compressed Natural Gas):

It is the Natural Gas in compressed form. They are stored in cylinders and commonly used in vehicles.

LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas):

It is not the Natural Gas. It is a by-product of Petroleum. Derived during refining of the Petroleum. Contains primarily Propane and Butane and other compounds. They are stored in cylinders and commonly used as cooking gas. It is heavier than air.

LNG (Liquid Natural Gas):

Natural Gas becomes liquid in extreme low temperature (-162^oC) and the volume reduces 620 times. The liquid is stored in vessels and transported to various parts of the world. When LNG reaches its destination, it is again converted to gas in regasification facilities.

Be a part of India’s gas revolution.

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Gas Gensets in New Delhi And Noida. The need of the hour.

New Delhi’s pollution levels are making headlines across the world. Social media is overflowing with posts, sales of masks and air purifiers have multiplied and the need to reduce pollution levels has never been so demanding. 

The alarming levels have led the authorities to ban diesel gensets and while the move is well intentioned, there are practical difficulties in enforcing it. Many individuals,institutions and even state governments are complaining that they cannot follow the ban. 

In these times, it makes business, practical and environmental sense to start thinking about installing gas gensets in New Delhi and Noida that offer a whole lot of monetary and green benefits. 

Natural gas is one of the least expensive fuels - only coal is cheaper. However, coal is a major pollutant. 

Let’s look at some of the advantages of using gas gensets in New Delhi, Noida and other places: 

1.    The most obvious benefits are that gas gensets are cleaner, cheaper and more efficient. 

2.    Natural gas is one of the cleanest fossil fuels as the emissions of sulphur, nitrogen and carbon dioxide - a greenhouse gas - are much lower. 

3.    Since electricity is an expensive source of energy, gas generators are much more practical when it comes to heating homes. 

4.    As gas is available through pipelines in many areas, there is no need to store it. This makes gas gensets easy to install and use. 

5.    Natural gas does not produce ash and any leakage can be detected instantly. Also, natural gas is not harmful when inhaled in small amounts. 

6.    Sometimes gensets need to be kept in confined spaces and gas gensets are ideal for installation in such places. 

7.    Unlike diesel gensets, gas gensets do not release any pungent odour. 

Mahindra Powerol offers 20 kVA & 125 kVA Gas gensets that are known for their fuel efficiency and reliability. To know more about, visit www.mahindrapowerol.com or 

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