| Product Code: ETC4475390 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The proppants market in Nigeria is closely tied to the oil and gas industry, where proppants are used in hydraulic fracturing to keep fractures open and enhance resource extraction. The market is driven by ongoing oil and gas exploration activities, technological advancements in fracking techniques, and the increasing demand for energy resources.
The Nigeria proppants market is driven by the increasing exploration and production activities in the oil and gas sector. Proppants, including sand, ceramic, and resin-coated proppants, are essential for hydraulic fracturing operations, as they keep fractures open to allow the flow of hydrocarbons. Factors such as rising energy demand, investments in unconventional oil and gas resources, and the need for enhanced oil recovery techniques contribute to market growth. Moreover, advancements in proppant technologies, the expansion of shale gas exploration, and the focus on improving drilling efficiency further stimulate the demand for proppants in Nigeria. Additionally, the focus on optimizing production rates, reducing operational costs, and ensuring environmental safety drives market expansion.
The proppants market in Nigeria faces challenges such as limited access to high-quality proppant materials and fluctuations in demand from the oil and gas industry. Many fracking operations require specialized proppants to maintain well productivity, but sourcing these materials locally can be challenging. Additionally, competition from imported proppants and environmental concerns pose barriers to market growth.
The Nigeria government supports the local production of proppants, which are essential in hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas extraction. Policies under the Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) mandate the use of locally manufactured proppants where possible. The government provides tax incentives, import duty exemptions on raw materials, and funding for research and development to support local manufacturers and improve the quality of Nigeria proppants.
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 Nigeria Proppants Market Overview |
3.1 Nigeria Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Nigeria Proppants Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Nigeria Proppants Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Nigeria Proppants Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing oil and gas exploration activities in Nigeria |
4.2.2 Growing demand for hydraulic fracturing in the oil and gas industry |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to attract foreign investments in the energy sector |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating oil prices affecting investment decisions in the oil and gas industry |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns related to hydraulic fracturing operations |
4.3.3 Lack of infrastructure for proppant production and distribution in Nigeria |
5 Nigeria Proppants Market Trends |
6 Nigeria Proppants Market, By Types |
6.1 Nigeria Proppants Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Frac Sand, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Resin-Coated Proppants, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic Proppants, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Nigeria Proppants Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Shale Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Tight Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Coalbed Methane, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Nigeria Proppants Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Nigeria Proppants Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Nigeria Proppants Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average rig count in Nigeria |
8.2 Percentage of oil and gas wells using hydraulic fracturing techniques |
8.3 Investment in oil and gas exploration projects in Nigeria |
9 Nigeria Proppants Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Nigeria Proppants Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Nigeria Proppants Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Nigeria Proppants Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Nigeria Proppants Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |