Editorial - April 2025 - May 2025

India is expected to be at the forefront in terms of trunk/transmission oil and gas pipeline network
additions in Asia, accounting for more than 40% of the region’s total pipeline length additions by
2028, according to GlobalData.
As of 2024, the country has around 43,000 km of pipelines to transport crude oil and petroleum
products.
GlobalData’s latest report New Build Trunk-Transmission Pipelines Projects by Development Stage,
Regions, Countries, Project Type and Forecast to 2028, reveals that out of 62 projects to commence
operations by 2028 in India, gas pipeline projects are likely to account for 48.4%, followed by
product pipelines and oil pipelines at 40.3% and 11.3%, respectively.
India is also set to lead in terms of transmission pipeline length in Asia by 2028, with an expected
29,800 km of length additions by 2028. The pipeline development helps the country to enhance its
energy infrastructure and meet the growing demand for petroleum from the industrial, domestic,
and transportation sectors.
The oil and gas sector is particularly vulnerable due to the harsh operating conditions and the
corrosive nature of the materials involved. Preventing corrosion is essential not only for protecting
assets but also for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining public trust.
Pipe coating along with Cathodic Protection is a critical process in modern infrastructure, ensuring
that pipelines—whether they carry oil, gas, water, or other materials—are protected from damage,
corrosion, and wear. With the increasing global demand for efficient and long-lasting pipeline
systems, the importance of pipe coating cannot be overstated.
The global pipe coating market is projected to reach US$9.1 billion by the end of 2024 and grow at a
CAGR of 4.8% to hit US$12.6 billion by 2031, according to a press release from Persistence Market
Research. This growth is driven by increasing demand from industries seeking corrosion-resistant
and durable coatings to enhance pipeline longevity.
In this issue’s cover feature, we try and analyze the various types, methods, benefits, the importance
of pipe coatings, and the new developments happening within the pipe coating industry. This, plus
all our regular columns like the Interview, company profile, case studies, industry reports, etc.