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Biotechnology Is Fastest Growing Segment Fueling The Growth Of The Global Drilling Fluids Market

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Ashish Thapa
Biotechnology Is Fastest Growing Segment Fueling The Growth Of The Global Drilling Fluids Market

Market Overview:

Drilling fluids, commonly known as drilling muds, play an important role in oil and gas drilling operations. They are circulated downhole during the drilling process to lubricate the drill bit, transport cuttings to the surface, stabilize the wellbore, and maintain downhole pressure. The properties of drilling fluids can be customized according to various formation conditions.

Market key trends:

The increasing application of biotechnology in drilling fluids is one of the key trends being witnessed in the market. Biotechnology helps in improving the performance and efficiency of drilling fluids. Various biopolymers and biochemicals are being used in formulation of environment-friendly drilling fluids. For instance, purified microbial polysaccharides act as effective viscosifiers, filtration control agents, and shale inhibitors. Their eco-friendly nature makes them suitable for mitigating health, safety, and environmental risks associated with oil & gas drilling operations.


The global Drilling Fluids Market Size is estimated to be valued at US$ 8.43 Bn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.0% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.


Segment Analysis

The global drilling fluids market is segmented into water-based fluids, oil-based fluids, synthetic-based fluids and others. Among these, the water-based fluids segment held over 50% share of the global market in 2022 owing to its eco-friendly and cost effective nature compared to oil-based fluids. Water soluble polymers are commonly added to water-based drilling fluids to increase their viscosity and improve shale inhibition properties.

Key Takeaways

The global drilling fluids market is expected to witness high growth, exhibiting CAGR of 5.0% over the forecast period, due to increasing oil & gas drilling activities around the world. The market size is projected to reach US$ 8.43 Bn by 2023.

Regional analysis: North America dominated the global drilling fluids market in 2022 with over 30% share, followed by Middle East & Africa. The regions are expected to remain dominant due to large production and exploration of shale oil & gas reserves in the US and discovery of new oilfields in Middle Eastern countries. Asia Pacific is projected to witness highest growth owing to increasing oil & gas E&P projects in China, India and ASEAN countries.

Key players: Key players operating in the drilling fluids market are Baker Hughes Company, Schlumberger Limited, Weatherford, DIAMOCO Group, Conquest Drilling, QMax, ChemFor, Dynamic Drilling Fluids, Halliburton, Newpark Resources Inc., AES Drilling Fluids, NOV Inc., Stellar Drilling Fluids. LLC, Secure Energy, Total Energies, and Valence Drilling Fluids, LLC. The market is consolidated in nature with top 5 players accounting for over 50% share.


Read More: https://www.pressreleasebulletin.com/growth-of-the-global-drilling-fluids-market-size-and-share-analysis/

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