U.S. Gas Separation Membrane Market Strengthened by Major LNG Contracts & Technological Advancements - Key Developments by BASF USA and Aqua Membranes (Nov 2025)|DataM Intelligence

Leander, Texas and TOKYO, Japan - Nov. 26. 2025

Gas Separation Membrane Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period (2024-2031).

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United States: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In November 2025, BASF USA secured a multi-year contract with a major LNG operator to supply membrane-based CO2 removal modules for natural-gas processing. The development strengthens U.S. gas infrastructure and supports next-generation separation technologies. This reinforces BASF's leadership in membrane-based gas separation.

✅ In October 2025, Aqua Membranes launched a high-flux hollow-fiber membrane module for natural gas sweetening and CO2 removal, aimed at reducing energy consumption in mid-stream gas processing. The innovation supports sustainable and efficient gas purification. This boosts Aqua Membranes' presence in the U.S. market.

✅ In September 2025, polyimide and polyaramide membranes saw increased adoption in U.S. industrial gas separation applications, including hydrogen recovery, CO2 removal, and natural-gas sweetening. The shift improves operational efficiency and reduces energy usage. This strengthens the U.S. membrane technology ecosystem.

✅ In August 2025, U.S. gas separation membrane market growth was projected at a 7.1% CAGR through 2034, driven by shale-gas production and rising LNG exports. The trend reflects strong demand for advanced membrane technologies. This elevates U.S. competitiveness in gas purification solutions.

Japan: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In November 2025, UBE Corporation expanded polyimide hollow-fiber membrane production at its Ube and Sakai facilities, increasing capacity by 1.8 to meet rising demand for CO2 separation, hydrogen separation, and biogas upgrading. The expansion enhances Japan's gas processing capabilities. This reinforces UBE's leadership in membrane technology.

✅ In October 2025, UBE's polyimide hollow-fiber membranes were adopted for biomethane production and industrial gas purification, valued for chemical and thermal resistance. The application supports sustainable and efficient gas separation. This elevates UBE's role in Japan's gas separation sector.

✅ In September 2025, Toray Industries established a pilot production line at its Shiga Plant to produce "all-carbon CO2 separation" membranes at scale. The innovation advances carbon-capture solutions for industrial applications. This strengthens Toray's competitiveness in Japan's membrane market.

✅ In August 2025, polymeric membranes in Japan saw wider adoption for natural gas processing, hydrogen projects, and CO2 separation, with polyimide membranes dominating due to stability and high performance. The trend supports industrial decarbonization initiatives. This reinforces Japan's leadership in advanced gas separation technologies.

Gas Separation Membrane Market: Key Drivers
- The Gas Separation Membrane market is expanding as industries increasingly focus on energy efficiency, carbon capture, and emission reduction. Rising demand for natural gas processing, hydrogen recovery, and carbon dioxide separation in petrochemical, power generation, and industrial gas applications is driving market growth.

- Technological advancements such as high-performance polymeric and inorganic membranes, mixed-matrix membranes, and advanced fabrication techniques are enhancing selectivity, permeability, and durability. Growing adoption in industrial operators, integration with process optimization systems, and ongoing R&D in membrane materials are accelerating market expansion.

- Environmental and operational factors such as stricter emission regulations, industrial decarbonization initiatives, and government support for clean energy technologies are boosting demand. Expanding energy infrastructure, sustainability goals, and improved process efficiency further strengthen market momentum.

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Market: Major Key Players
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Honeywell UOP, Air Liquide Advanced Separations, DIC Corp., and Membrane Technology and Research Inc.,

Segment Covered in the Market:
By Material
Polyimide membranes lead with 38% share, driven by their high gas permeability, thermal stability, and suitability for high-pressure natural gas processing. Polyetherimide (PEI) accounts for 22%, preferred in industrial gas treatment due to strong mechanical and chemical resistance. Cellulose acetate captures 18%, widely used for CO2 separation from natural gas because of its cost-effectiveness and good selectivity. Polysulfone and polycarbonate hold 12%, applied in compact membrane modules across petrochemical and refinery operations. Other materials including PTFE, PEEK, ceramic, and metal-organic frameworks represent the remaining 10%, addressing advanced applications such as high-purity hydrogen extraction and energy-efficient separation processes.

By Application
Nitrogen generation and oxygen enrichment dominate with 30% share, supported by strong adoption in food packaging, metal fabrication, and chemical industries. CO2 removal holds 25%, driven by its importance in natural gas purification and biogas upgrading to reduce emissions. Hydrogen recovery accounts for 20%, fueled by growing demand from refineries, ammonia production, and clean hydrogen initiatives. Natural gas processing contributes 15%, where membranes are used to remove CO2, H2S, and heavy hydrocarbons to meet pipeline specifications. Other applications such as air drying, helium recovery, organic vapor permeation, and petrochemical separation collectively capture 10%, supported by advancements in membrane design and energy-efficient gas separation technologies.

Regional Analysis
North America - 21% Market Share
North America accounts for around 21% of the global Gas Separation Membrane market, driven by strong demand from the oil & gas sector, increasing investment in natural gas processing, and strict environmental regulations promoting CO2 and VOC emission control. The U.S. leads with advanced industrial infrastructure and adoption of membrane-based separation technologies.

Europe - 24% Market Share
Europe holds 24%, supported by strong sustainability regulations, widespread adoption of gas separation membranes in biogas upgrading, hydrogen purification, and carbon capture technologies. Countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK focus heavily on decarbonisation and green energy transition.

Asia Pacific - 39% Market Share
Asia Pacific dominates with 39%, driven by rapid industrialization in China and India, expanding chemical and energy sectors, and increasing focus on clean energy and gas processing operations. Growing demand for hydrogen recovery and natural gas treatment further boosts regional adoption.

Latin America - 9% Market Share
Latin America represents 9%, supported by developing oil & gas infrastructure in Brazil and Mexico. Increasing investment in refining operations and rising awareness of energy efficiency and CO2 reduction technologies are contributing to regional growth.

Middle East & Africa - 7% Market Share
Middle East & Africa hold 7%, driven by gas-rich economies like Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar adopting membrane technology for natural gas processing and hydrogen purification. South Africa also supports growth through increasing adoption in industrial gas separation applications.

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