Product Code: ETC6185944 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The natural gas engine market in Australia is witnessing growth due to the nations abundant natural gas resources and increasing demand for cleaner fuel alternatives in transportation and power generation. Government policies favoring emission reductions and incentives for gas-based infrastructure development are driving the adoption of natural gas engines across sectors.
In Australia, natural gas engines are being increasingly adopted in industrial and power generation applications due to lower emissions and fuel availability. The shift towards decarbonization is prompting investments in high-efficiency gas engines for combined heat and power (CHP) and remote energy systems.
Australias Natural Gas Engine market faces challenges related to infrastructure development and the availability of natural gas in remote or rural areas. While natural gas is more environmentally friendly than diesel or petrol, the conversion cost for existing engines is high. Maintenance and service expertise for natural gas engines are also limited, which raises operational costs for businesses. Furthermore, price volatility in the gas market creates uncertainty for long-term investments.
Australias commitment to transitioning to cleaner energy sources provides a strong backdrop for natural gas engines in power generation and transport. Investors can benefit from funding LNG-powered equipment, developing hybrid engine systems, and supporting remote or mining operations that depend on decentralized power.
Policies supporting the natural gas engine market include subsidies and tax incentives for low-emission technologies, part of Australias broader energy transition strategy. The federal and state governments offer grants and incentives for clean energy vehicle adoption, including compressed natural gas (CNG) infrastructure. Emissions regulations under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) scheme further encourage the adoption of natural gas-powered engines.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Engine Family, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Power Output, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing focus on environmental sustainability and reducing carbon emissions |
4.2.2 Growth in natural gas infrastructure and distribution networks in Australia |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting the adoption of natural gas engines in various industries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating natural gas prices impacting the cost-effectiveness of natural gas engines |
4.3.2 Limited availability of natural gas refueling stations in certain regions of Australia |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative clean energy sources such as electric vehicles |
5 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Trends |
6 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market, By Fuel Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Gas, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Special Gas, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market, By Engine Family |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Spark Ignited Engines, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Dual Fuel Type Engine, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By High Pressure Direct Injection, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market, By Power Output |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 500 KW 800 KW, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 1000 KW 2000 KW, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 3000 KW 4500 KW), 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Gas Gensets, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Gas Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Decentralized Energy Generation, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new natural gas refueling stations established |
8.2 Percentage increase in natural gas engine installations across different industries |
8.3 Growth in natural gas reserves and production capacity in Australia |
9 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Engine Family, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Output, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Natural Gas Engine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |