The global heat exchangers market size is expected to reach USD 32,961.4 million by 2033, registering at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Rising demand from various industries, including chemical & petrochemical, and power generation, along with an increasing focus on improving efficiency standards is expected to drive the market.
The presence of favorable government regulations in the emerging economies of China, India, Brazil, and Mexico about setting up new manufacturing facilities is expected to spur the demand for heat exchangers in various industries. In addition, upcoming nuclear power projects, particularly in the Asia Pacific, are anticipated to drive market growth during the forecast period.
Technological advancements coupled with constant efforts and investments by major market participants in product innovation and research & development are expected to increase the market competitiveness over the coming years. The adoption of novel techniques of additive manufacturing in the production of heat exchangers is likely to complement industrial growth.
The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted several economies worldwide. Containment measures, including lockdowns imposed by various countries to curb the spread of COVID-19, have resulted in limiting the operations of manufacturing facilities, thereby negatively impacting the demand for heat exchangers in 2020.
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The shell & tube segment held a significant share in the market, accounting for a share of 35.6% in 2024, due to their robust design and ability to handle high-pressure and high-temperature applications.
The chemical & petrochemical segment held a significant share of the heat exchanger market with a share of 22.7% in 2024, owing to its extensive need for heat transfer in processes such as distillation, condensation, and cooling.
The metals segment held a significant market share of 62.3% in 2024. Metals dominate the heat exchanger market due to their excellent thermal conductivity and cost-effectiveness.
Asia Pacific dominated the heat exchanger industry with a 31.5% share in 2024, driven by increasing chemical consumption across various end use sectors, along with a rising demand for heat exchangers that provide greater durability, improved efficiency, and reduced fouling.
Grand View Research has segmented the global heat exchanger market report based on product, material, end use, and region:
Heat Exchanger Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
Brazed Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
Gasketed Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
Welded Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
Others
Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger
Air-Cooled Heat Exchanger
Others
Heat Exchanger Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Metals
Alloys
Others
Heat Exchanger End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
Chemical & Petrochemical
Oil & Gas
HVAC & refrigeration
Power Generation
Food & Beverage
Pulp & Paper
Others
Heat Exchanger Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
UK
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
South Africa
List of Key Players in the Heat Exchangers Market
Alfa Laval
Danfoss
Kelvion Holding GmbH
Güntner Group GmbH
Xylem Inc
API Heat Transfer
Mersen
Hisaka Works, Ltd.
Chart Industries, Inc
Johnson Controls International
HRS Heat Exchangers
SPX FLOW, Inc.
Funke Wärmeaustauscher Apparantebau GmbH
Koch Heat Transfer Company
Southern Heat Exchanger Corporation
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