| Product Code: ETC4668245 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, New Zealand`s natural gas liquid import market continued to show strong growth, with top exporters including Australia, USA, China, UK, and Italy. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates significant market concentration, suggesting potential challenges for market competition. The impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 41.2% from 2020 to 2024 highlights the increasing demand for natural gas liquids in New Zealand. Moreover, the notable growth rate of 23.76% from 2023 to 2024 underlines the industry`s resilience and potential for further expansion in the coming years.

As a significant player in the energy sector, New Zealand natural gas liquid market encompasses the extraction, processing, and distribution of liquefied hydrocarbon gases. Natural gas liquids (NGLs), including ethane, propane, and butane, serve as valuable feedstocks for petrochemicals and fuels production. With abundant natural gas reserves and ongoing exploration activities, New Zealand NGL industry contributes to domestic energy security and economic growth. Market players collaborate across the value chain to optimize production processes and meet the demand for NGL products in domestic and international markets.
The Natural Gas Liquid Market is influenced by the increasing demand for clean energy sources and the development of natural gas reserves in New Zealand.
In the New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market, fluctuating global oil prices significantly impact market stability and profitability. Additionally, the countrys limited refining capacity necessitates reliance on imports, which can lead to supply chain vulnerabilities. Environmental regulations aimed at reducing carbon emissions further complicate the market landscape by imposing additional operational costs.
The government regulates the natural gas liquid market through policies that ensure environmental protection and energy security. The New Zealand Energy Strategy outlines goals for sustainable energy development, and incentives are provided for the exploration and production of natural gas liquids. Regulations also focus on safe transportation and storage.
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 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Overview |
3.1 New Zealand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Trends |
6 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Segmentations |
6.1 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Ethane, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Propane, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Butane, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Pentane Plus, 2021-2031F |
6.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Petrochemical Feedstock, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Space Heating, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenues & Volume, By Blend stock, 2021-2031F |
7 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 New Zealand Natural Gas Liquid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |