Global Biofuels Market

With rising environmental concerns and a need to find a replacement to fossil fuels has given the global biofuels market a considerable boost. While biofuels are renewable and ecologically less harmful, their performance stands on a comparable measure to standard conventional counterparts. Moreover, ever fluctuating market prices of standard petroleum (crude as well as by-products) have further necessitated a need for a much more stable alternative. In lieu of such concerns, governments of many prominent and emerging economies have given the go to investing more in R&D towards biofuel production.

Values at US$ XX in 2017 and growing at a CAGR of XX%, the global biofuels market is expected to be valued at US$ XX by 2022.

Technology

First generation biofuels haven't gained quite much acceptance in the global market, primarily owing to their process of production. First gen biofuels are synthesised by the biomass method, making use of oils, sugars, starch and typical food crops, directly competing with resources laid aside for food production.

Owing to such growing controversies, manufacturers have started shifting focus towards the production of second-gen biofuels. The biomass method also aids these, however, only the left-over wastes from food cultivation are made use of (wheat straw, maize stalks, etc).

Market Dynamics

The continually fluctuating prices of fossil fuels have been a concern to the market since long. While producers of the raw product enjoy full control over the market, potential processing companies and clients always face the bitter bite. Arguably, this is the primary reason for the sudden growth of the global biofuels market in the last two-three decades. Not only do they provide with a price steady alternative, but their performance is not too distinguishable from standard fossil fuel counterparts. Moreover, targeted research has also made it possible to blend biofuels with conventional petrol and diesel, establishing new opportunities and avenues. Primary among them is the rising production of FFVs (flexible fuel vehicles), which make use of these blends to power themselves.

While price fluctuates might be a reason, ecological concern over rising emission rates has also aided the market. Thanks to the increasing social responsibility to transition towards renewable counterparts, general acceptance for biofuels came rather unchallenged. In many cases, governments themselves have provided funds and resources to aid research and production. However, first-gen biofuels haven't received much acclaim or acceptance owing to their direct competition with food.

Market Segmentation

The market is segmented based on fuel type as well as feedstock type. Under fuel type, the market is segmented into ethanol and biodiesel. Of these, ethanol has proven to be the more accepted option, primarily owing to its higher compatibility in already working models.

Under the feedstock branch, the market is segmented into ethanol feedstock and biodiesel feedstock. While first gen feedstocks have been shunned by most, second gen ethanol counterparts have been gaining quite the popularity in recent times. An obvious reason to this lies in the very nature of second gen's production process. While it provides with a means to effectively dispose of/reuse wastes, there is no direct competition with food either. Also, biodiesel produced from rapeseed stock is of particular interest to many. Since biodiesels synthesised from rapeseed have in general a lower freezing point, they provide very effective renewable alternatives in many colder regions.

Regional Analysis:

At present, the US and the EU are the largest consumers in the global market, the US being the larger of the two. While these two may lead the current charts, Asia is poised to make a stance somewhere in between, experiencing the fastest growth in the sector. Also of notable interest is Latin America, which like Asia, ranks in abundant resources that aid towards biofuel generation.

Key players

Key players in the market include INEOS, Neste, ADM and Renewable Energy Group. Other prominent players are Gushan, Henan Tianguan, Shell, Petrobras and Jilin.

Report Contents:

> Market segments

> Market Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities

> Market Size & Forecast 2016 to 2022

> Supply & Demand Value Chain

> Market - Current Trends

> Competition & Major Companies

> Technology and R&D Status

> Porters Five Force Analysis

> Strategic and Critical Success Factor Analysis of Key Players

Regional Analysis:

> North America

>> US and Canada

> Latin America

>> Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Rest of Latin America

> Western Europe

>> EU5 (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, U.K.)

>> Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden)

>> Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands, and Luxembourg)

>> Rest of Western Europe

> Eastern Europe

>> Russia

>> Poland

>> Rest of Eastern Europe

> Asia Pacific

>> China

>> India

>> Japan

>> Australia and New Zealand

>> Rest of Asia Pacific

> Middle East and Africa

>> GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE and Kuwait)

>> South Africa

>> North Africa

>> Rest of Middle East and Africa

This report is an elaborate aggregation of primary inputs from industry experts and participants across the supply chain. It provides details on market segmentation which is derived from several product mapping exercises, macroeconomic parameters and other qualitative and quantitative insights. The impact of all such factors is delivered across multiple market segments and geographies.

Report Highlights:

> Detailed Historical Overview (Market Origins, Product Launch Timeline, etc.)

> Consumer and Pricing Analysis

> Market dynamics of the industry

> Market Segmentation

> Estimated Market Sizing in terms of volume and value

> Recent trends in Market and impact

> Research Status and Technology Overview

> Extensive Industry Structure Coverage