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Oil and Gas EPC Market Forecast 2025–2033 Driven by Project Megatrends, Engineering Advances, and CAPEX Growth

The global oil and gas EPC market reached USD 52.9 Billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to USD 76.7 Billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 4.2%. Key growth drivers include rising global energy demand, technological advancements in exploration and production, and strict safety and environmental regulations.
Published 09 December 2025

Market Overview

The global oil and gas EPC market size was valued at USD 52.9 Billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach USD 76.7 Billion by 2033. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during 2025-2033. Growth is driven by rising global energy demand, advancements in exploration and production technologies, and stringent regulatory policies focused on safety and environmental sustainability. Explore more at the Oil and Gas EPC Market

Study Assumption Years

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
  • Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

Oil and Gas EPC Market Key Takeaways

  • The global oil and gas EPC market size was USD 52.9 Billion in 2024.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period 2025-2033.
  • Upstream sector holds the majority market share.
  • Construction service type accounts for the largest market share.
  • Offshore location segment represents the leading market segment.
  • North America and Asia Pacific are prominent regional markets, driven by shale developments and rising energy consumption.

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Market Growth Factors

The oil and gas EPC market is primarily driven by escalating global energy demand, especially from developing countries. This increased demand fuels exploration and production activities, including those targeting unconventional resources like shale gas, necessitating expansion of infrastructure and new projects. EPC companies benefit as they provide end-to-end design and execution services to meet the growing energy needs.

Technological advancements such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling have revolutionized oil and gas extraction, unlocking reserves previously inaccessible. The market also benefits from the integration of digital technologies like AI and IoT, improving project efficiency and reducing operational costs, thus enhancing the attractiveness of EPC services to oil and gas companies.

Regulatory policies worldwide focus on environmental protection, safety, and emissions reductions. These stringent regulations compel companies to invest in compliant and advanced infrastructure. This shift toward sustainability includes carbon capture and storage technologies and renewable energy integration, expanding the EPC market scope with environmentally friendly solutions.

Market Segmentation

Breakup by Sector:

  • Upstream: Encompasses exploration and production activities with the largest market share, driven by rising global energy demand and emphasis on unconventional resources like shale gas and deep-water reserves.
  • Midstream: Covers transportation and storage infrastructure including pipelines, storage facilities, and LNG terminals, growing due to expanded transportation networks and LNG trade.
  • Downstream: Includes processing, refining, and distribution of petroleum products, focusing on sophisticated, environmentally compliant refining processes and modernizing facilities.

Breakup by Service Type:

  • Engineering: Includes design, planning, feasibility studies, and project management with a focus on innovative, efficient, and environmentally compliant solutions.
  • Procurement: Involves sourcing materials and equipment, using digital platforms and analytics for cost and time efficiency.
  • Construction: The dominant segment, involves building infrastructure like rigs and pipelines, adopting modular construction and automation to improve safety and timelines.
  • Fabrication: Covers welding, metalworking, and assembling components, emphasizing quality and durability for challenging oil and gas operations.

Breakup by Location:

  • Offshore: The leading segment due to increased offshore exploration and production, requiring specialized engineering and construction to withstand harsh environments.
  • Onshore: Includes land-based oil and gas operations, benefiting from lower development costs and technological advancements like hydraulic fracturing.

Regional Insights

North America leads the oil and gas EPC market, driven by substantial reserves and technological advances such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling in the United States. Asia Pacific is rapidly growing, fueled by rising energy demand in China and India, alongside strong LNG project investments in Australia and Indonesia. These regions present significant opportunities owing to expanding energy infrastructure and sustainable technology integration.

Recent Developments & News

  • December 2024: Samsung E&A secured a USD 955 million contract to develop a biorefinery in Malaysia producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Renewable Diesel, and bio-naphtha.
  • November 2024: NMDC Group UAE won a USD 300 million EPC contract for a chemicals port development project by TA’ZIZ.
  • October 2024: Petrofac was awarded a two-year contract to support Bapco’s production expansion in Bahrain involving pipelines and well tie-ins.

Key Players

  • Bechtel Corporation
  • Fluor Corporation
  • John Wood Group PLC
  • KBR Inc.
  • Larsen & Toubro Limited
  • McDermott
  • NMDC Group
  • Petrofac Limited
  • SAIPEM SpA
  • Samsung E&A
  • TechnipFMC plc
  • Técnicas Reunidas S. A.
  • Worley

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