South Africa PE Pipes Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

South Africa PE Pipes Market Size

The South Africa PE pipes market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.8% between 2024 and 2032.

South Africa PE Pipes Market Outlook

• As per the South African Government, In 2022, 82% of households in the country had access to piped water.

• As of January 2022, South Africa was estimated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration to have proved oil reserves of 15 million barrels.

• In 2022, over four-fifths (82,4%) of households in the country had access to piped water either inside their dwelling or inside their yard, according to Statistics South Africa's (Stats SA) Census 2022.

South Africa PE Pipes Market Growth

The South Africa PE Pipes Market growth is led by using PE pipes to facilitate water supply given the high consumption of water in the domestic region.

PE pipes are used extensively for water supply due to their flexibility, resistance to corrosion and enduring nature, they are also widely used in the transportation of safe drinking water in residential, commercial, and agricultural settings. PE pipes are popular for infrastructure projects as well as irrigation schemes which are driven by the urbanizing economy and the demand for reliable water distribution.

PE pipes are also used to transport Gas and sewage across long distances. As per a press release by the South African Government in April 2024, the loss of water primarily caused by leaking or broken pipes amounted to 40.8% of non-revenue water losses which could present opportunities for growth in the PE pipes industry.

Moreover, the role of PE pipes is crucial in the safe transmission of natural gas from production facilities to end users in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Resistance to corrosion and permeation in these pipes also helps in the prevention of gas leaks and gradual environmental contamination resulting from this industrial activity.

South Africa PE Pipes Market Segmentation

South Africa PE Pipes Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• HDPE

• MDPE

• LDPE

• LLDPE

Market Breakup by Application

• Water Supply

• Irrigation

• Sewerage and Drainage

• Gas Supply

• Mining and Slurry Lines

• Others

South Africa PE Pipes Market Share

Growth in the PE pipes market is led by HDPE pipes or High-Density Polyethylene, among the most used materials for PE pipes in South Africa and globally. It offers strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion, which makes it suitable for a wide range of applications including water supply, gas distribution, and sewerage systems.

Leading Companies in the South Africa PE Pipes Market

Major market players are expanding their outreach by establishing their retail stores in strategic areas like airports. This enhances their visibility to international tourists, thereby contributing to market growth.

• Flo-Tek Group

• Sizabantu Piping Systems (Pty) Ltd.

• SINVAC

• Geberit AG

• PEXMART

• Truco

• Vacuum and Fluid Technology Pty Ltd.

• Rho-Tech

• Danco Capital Limited

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report