Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in France compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data France
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#7 In EuropeBusiness
#3 In EuropeEmployees
#5 In EuropeWages
#4 In EuropeNatural gas supply across Europe's electricity production and the world prices of natural gas and crude oil significantly influence the performance of pipeline companies. The complex infrastructure of long-distance pipeline transport lends itself to a limited number of operators instead of a host of companies in charge of various sections across different regions. Because of this, most companies in the industry operate as regional monopolies, either over a whole country or a specific area. For example, Enagás (Spain), Fluxys (Belgium), GRTgaz (France) and Snam (Italy) are the EU's four most giant gas transporters (TSOs), owning over 100,000km of pipeline across Europe.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Pipeline Transport in France
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GRTgaz SA | 2,246.4 | 898.6 | 40.0 | |
Fluxys SA | 1,877.2 | 536.2 | 28.6 |
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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 France in 2024?
The market size of the Pipeline Transport industry in France is €1.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Pipeline Transport in France industry in 2024?
There are 37 businesses in the Pipeline Transport industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 5.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Pipeline Transport industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pipeline Transport industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 5.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Pipeline Transport industry in France over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pipeline Transport industry in France is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Pipeline Transport market in France?
The biggest companies operating in the Pipeline Transport market in France are GRTgaz SA and Fluxys SA
What does the Pipeline Transport in France include?
Natural gas and Crude oil and petroleum products are part of the Pipeline Transport industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Pipeline Transport in France?
The company holding the most market share in France is GRTgaz SA.
How competitive is the Pipeline Transport industry in France?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Pipeline Transport industry in France.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Water Utilities in France
- Freight Road Transport in France
Complementors
- Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas Extraction in France
- Electric Utilities in France
International industries
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
GRTgaz SAFluxys SAIndustry Code
493 - Transport via pipeline in France
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 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
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Pipeline Transport in France industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pipeline Transport in France industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pipeline Transport in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pipeline Transport in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Europe's supply of natural gas slows. Europe's natural gas supply tanked over 2022 and 2023 as Russia restricted its supply into Europe following sanctions, though a limited supply has driven up tariff prices.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pipeline Transport in France industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pipeline Transport in France industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pipeline Transport in France industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into France
- Total Exports into France
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 (2024)
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
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Pipeline Transport in France located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 2 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
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 France industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Regional monopolies generate high profitability, enabling infrastructure upgrades. The industry has a high margin, typically above 25%, because of its monopolistic and regulated nature and the need for significant capital investment. Regional monopolies have complete control over national pipeline networks.
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 France industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
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 (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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