Industry Statistics and Trends
Pipeline Transport in Europe key trends
Shifting natural gas flows have shaped the industry.
As Europe has diversified its energy supply away from Russian fossil fuels, natural gas transit volumes have shifted from east-west flows to alternative routes.
The energy transition is driving a decline in natural gas flows.
TSOs are investing in repurposing their pipeline infrastructure to integrate renewable gases like hydrogen and biomethane, as they seek to future-proof their networks as fossil fuel consumption declines.
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Pipeline Transport in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Pipeline Transport in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 0.5 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €95.1bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine caused a shift in revenue flows
- Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine from February 2022 had a severe impact on Europe’s pipeline transport industry. Following the invasion, Russia cut 80 billion cubic metres (bcm) of pipeline gas supplies into Europe, plunging the continent into an energy crisis. In response to Russia’s weaponisation of Europe’s security of energy supply, the EU and other European nations like the United Kingdom has taken action to phase out its reliance on Russian fossil fuels, with measures implemented through the REPowerEU plan in May 2022.
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Pipeline Transport in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Falling consumption cranks up pressure on pipeline operators
- National energy and climate plans, such as the European Green Deal and the Fit for 55 package, are set to drive increased electrification and the continued growth of renewables in the coming years, reducing reliance on gas for power, heating and industry. EU’s According to IEEFA analysis, overall gas consumption in Europe is set to fall by 6.9% between 2025 and 2030.
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Revenue
€95.1bn
Employees
502k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Pipeline Transport in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Snam SpA | 3,732.0 | 1,478.0 | 39.6 | |
Gassco AS | 2,976.2 | N/A | N/A | |
GRTgaz SA | 2,634.0 | 445.0 | 16.9 |
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Pipeline Transport in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe is €95.1bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 412 businesses in the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 2.5 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 0.5 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe include?
Natural gas and Crude oil and petroleum products are part of the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Pipeline Transport industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe?
The level of competition is low and steady in the Pipeline Transport industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Pipeline Transport in Austria
- Pipeline Transport in Romania
- Pipeline Transport in Czechia
- Pipeline Transport in Hungary
- Pipeline Transport in Turkey
- Pipeline Transport in Finland
- Pipeline Transport in Croatia
- Pipeline Transport in the UK
- Pipeline Transport in Greece
- Pipeline Transport in Russia
- Pipeline Transport in the Netherlands
- Pipeline Transport in Belgium
- Pipeline Transport in Switzerland
- Pipeline Transport in Denmark
- Pipeline Transport in Europe
- Pipeline Transport in Spain
- Pipeline Transport in France
- Pipeline Transport in Norway
- Pipeline Transport in Italy
- Pipeline Transport in Poland
- Pipeline Transport in Slovenia
- Pipeline Transport in Portugal
- Pipeline Transport in the UK
- Pipeline Transport in Lithuania
- Pipeline Transport in Germany
- Pipeline Transport in Latvia
- Pipeline Transport in North Macedonia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry transport natural gas like methane, liquids, water, slurry, hydrogen, crude oil and other commodities via pipelines across Europe. The operation of pump stations is also part of the industry.
Related Terms
ENERGY MIXTRANSMISSION SYSTEM OPERATORSLURRYWhat's included in this industry?
Natural gasCrude oil and petroleum productsWater and other liquid transportationCompanies
Snam SpAGassco ASGRTgaz SAIndustry Code
493 - Transport via pipeline in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine caused a shift in revenue flows
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Falling consumption of natural gas threatens asset utilisation. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has accelerated the long-term decline in natural gas consumption across the continent, raising the threat of pipeline infrastructure becoming under-utilised.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Regional monopolies dominate market share. The complex infrastructure of long-distance pipeline transport dictates that a limited number of pipeline companies is more efficient than a host of companies in charge of the network.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 11 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Snam SpA
- Countries of operation for Gassco AS
- Countries of operation for GRTgaz SA
- Countries of operation for National Gas Transmission plc
- Countries of operation for Gazprom PAO
- Countries of operation for NV Nederlandse Gasunie
- Countries of operation for Fluxys SA
- Countries of operation for Open Grid Europe GmbH
- Countries of operation for Enagas SA
- Countries of operation for Gascade Gastransport GmbH
- Countries of operation for Terega SA
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Gas pipeline transporters must comply with EU regulations. The 2009 Gas Directive to gas pipelines between the EU (EU) and third countries ensures member states cooperate with third countries to ensure full compliance with EU rules.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Regional monopolies generate high profitability, enabling infrastructure upgrades. Price controls imposed by industry regulators ensure sufficient returns to facilitate and incentivise investment in network maintenance and improvements, artificially inflating operating profit.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Pipeline Transport in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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