The global plant operations & maintenance services market is expected to reach USD 396.9 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The global plant operations & maintenance services market is driven by the increasing need to sustain equipment reliability, improve asset utilization, and minimize unplanned production interruptions across asset-intensive industries. Demand is influenced by aging industrial infrastructure, rising equipment complexity, stringent operational safety requirements, and the need for efficient maintenance strategies.
Service development is increasingly focused on preventive maintenance, predictive diagnostics, equipment inspections, scheduled overhauls, and specialized engineering services. Service providers are expanding in-house and third-party maintenance capabilities to address diverse operational requirements across industrial facilities. The integration of industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), artificial intelligence, remote monitoring, and computerized maintenance management systems is also improving equipment monitoring, predictive maintenance, maintenance planning, and operational efficiency.
Maintenance investment decisions are closely linked to equipment reliability, asset utilization, operational safety, maintenance requirements, and the need to minimize unplanned downtime. Replacement and modernization demand remains relevant as industrial operators address aging infrastructure and increasingly complex equipment. New service requirements are supported by industrial expansion, increasing automation, and the growing need to extend equipment service life and improve the efficiency of asset-intensive operations.
Competition is shaped by technical capabilities, service portfolio, geographic presence, maintenance expertise, digital technologies, and aftermarket support. Market participants are strengthening their offerings through integrated maintenance solutions, specialized engineering services, predictive maintenance capabilities, remote monitoring, and long-term service arrangements. In April 2026, Bilfinger finalized the acquisition of major business units of Türkiye-based Teknokon Group, adding approximately 1,000 specialists to its workforce. The acquired operations provide industrial plant maintenance, turnaround, installation, and construction services across the oil and gas, energy, and chemical industries, strengthening Bilfinger's technical service capabilities in Türkiye and neighboring markets.
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Based on operation, in-house maintenance dominated the market, supported by the continued use of internal technical teams for maintenance planning, equipment servicing, personnel allocation, and coordination with production activities.
General manufacturing dominated the end-use segment, supported by maintenance requirements across machinery-intensive facilities, production lines, assembly operations, and automated manufacturing systems.
On the basis of region, Asia Pacific dominated the global plant operations & maintenance services market in 2025, supported by industrial development and increasing maintenance requirements across asset-intensive industries.
Some of the key players operating in the plant operations & maintenance services market include Bilfinger SE, Worley Limited, Wood plc, Petrofac Limited, KBR, Inc., EnerMech, APTIM, Amentum, SPIE, Stork, Equans, Technip Energies, Fluor Corporation, Saipem S.p.A., and Sulzer Ltd.
In August 2026, SPIE completed its acquisition of Worley Power Services in Australia, expanding its operations and maintenance capabilities across energy infrastructure. The acquired business, subsequently operating as SPIE Power Services, provides services for power generation facilities, wind farms, and gas infrastructure. The transaction strengthensSPIE's Australian presence and broadens its capabilities in the ongoing operation, servicing, and management of energy assets.
Grand View Research, Inc. has segmented the global plant operations & maintenance services market report based on type, end use, and region.
Plant Operations & Maintenance Services Operation Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
In-House Maintenance
Third Party Maintenance Services
LTSA / Long-Term Contracts
Short-/Medium-Term Contracts
Project-Based / Ad-hoc Services
Plant Operations & Maintenance Services End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
Power Generation
Chemical & Petrochemical
Oil & Gas
Metals & Mining
Water & Wastewater
General Manufacturing
Plant Operations & Maintenance Services Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2021 - 2033)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Spain
Italy
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
South Africa
List of Key Players in the Plant Operations & Maintenance Services Market
Bilfinger SE
Worley Limited
Wood plc
Petrofac Limited
EnerMech
KBR, Inc.
Amentum
APTIM
SPIE
Equans
Stork
Sulzer Ltd.
Fluor Corporation
Technip Energies
Saipem S.p.A.
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