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Nuclear Fuel Market Size, Industry Analysis Report By Type (Uranium Fuel, Mixed Oxide (MOX) Nuclear Fuel), By Reactor type (Boiling Water Reactor (BWR), Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)) & Region - Forecasts By 2033

  • PUBLISHED ON
  • 2022-10-08
  • NO OF PAGES
  • 200
  • CATEGORY
  • Energy & Power

 Market Overview

The Global Nuclear Fuel Market is presently worth USD 3,350 million and is poised to amplify at a CAGR of 5.6% over 2023-2033, thereby amassing a valuation of USD 5,100 million by end of the assessment timeline.

 

Report Scope

Report Attributes

Description

Market Forecast in 2022

USD 3,350 Million

Market Forecast in 2033

USD 5,100 Million

CAGR % 2023-2033

5.6%

Base Year

2022

Historic Data

2020-2021

Forecast Period

2023-2033

Report USP

Product type, end-user industry, company share, company heatmap, company Reactor Type Technology type capacity, growth factors and more

Segments Covered

Type, Reactor Type

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Middle East and Africa

Country Scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; France; Italy; Spain; Benelux; Nordic Countries; Russia; China; India; Japan; South Korea; Australia; Indonesia; Thailand; Mexico; Brazil; Argentina; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Egypt; South Africa; Nigeria

Key Companies

Cameco, ARMZ Uranium Holding Company, KazAtomProm, Energy Resources of Australia, Ltd., Japan, Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation, Anglo-Canadian Mining Corp, Azimut Exploration, AREVA, China National Nuclear Corporation, Paladin Energy, Vattenfall, and Eagle Plains Resources.

 

Nuclear Fuel Market: Description

Nuclear fuel is referred to as a type of substance that is predominantly used to facilitate nuclear fission reactions with an aim to generate heat in power turbines. The heat is produced when a nuclear fuel like uranium undergoes a fission reaction and gets split into tiny atoms. These atoms are further split into tinier bits resulting in a chain reaction. Nuclear fuels such as plutonium-239 and uranium-235 comprise of fissile actinide elements that can efficiently facilitate and sustain nuclear fission reactions. The escalating demand for sustainable electricity sources worldwide, stringent emission regulations, and R&D activities in the field are primarily augmenting the outlook of this business vertical.

Furthermore, widespread technological advancements in the field coupled with rising environmental cognizance of the masses are creating lucrative opportunities for the marketplace to prosper. Also, increasing instances of fossil fuel depletion along with the elevating demand for continuous power supply across major economies powered by rapid industrialization and urbanization are adding momentum to the industry progression. Moreover, the growing focus of various nations on to enhancing their nuclear power capacity is stimulating the overall market dynamics.

On the contrary, high capital upfront investments pertaining to the commissioning of nuclear plants along with strict regulatory standards associated with their operations are hindering the remuneration scope of this business sphere. With rising pollution levels and threats of global warming, there has been an increase in the environmental cognizance of the masses. This has created a demand for sustainable and green electricity sources. Nuclear energy poses lesser threat to the environment since it is renewable in nature. These factors are positively swaying the dynamics of this marketplace.

There has been an integration of advanced technologies to enhance the operational efficiency of nuclear plants. Various industry players are adopting small modular reactors instead of conventional large scale reactors to reduce their overall operational costs. Moreover, certain technologies also reduce the emission level of nuclear plants, thereby ensuring environmental protection. This is turn is adding traction to the development of this business sphere.

 

Nuclear Fuel Market- Segmental Analysis:

Type Insights

The uranium fuel segment is expected to generate significant returns over the stipulated timeline. This is credited to the ability of uranium to undergo extreme nuclear fission reactions.

 

Reactor Type Insights

The boiling water reactor segment is anticipated to amass notable gains over the estimated timeframe due to their energy efficiency and affordability.

 

Regional Insights

The major regions constituting the geographical terrain of this market vertical are North America, Middle East & Africa, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Among these, Asia Pacific is projected to capture a substantial revenue share over 2022-2030. This is attributable to the presence of numerous nuclear plants in the region, rising demand for clean energy sources, and stringent emission standards across various APAC nations.

 

Competitive Analysis

The prominent players characterizing the competitive landscape of the business sphere are Cameco, ARMZ Uranium Holding Company, KazAtomProm, Energy Resources of Australia, Ltd., Japan, Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation, Anglo-Canadian Mining Corp, Azimut Exploration, AREVA, China National Nuclear Corporation, Paladin Energy, Vattenfall, and Eagle Plains Resources.

·         Notably, in August 2021, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy announced the launch of its 300 MWe boiling water reactor range called ‘BWRX-300’.

 

Nuclear Fuel Market- Segmental Analysis

By Type

·         Uranium Fuel

·         Mixed Oxide (MOX) Nuclear Fuel

 

By Reactor type

·         Boiling Water Reactor (BWR)

·         Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)

 

1.       Global Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction and Market Overview

1.1.    Objectives of the Study

1.2.    Global Nuclear Fuel Market Scope and Market Estimation

1.2.1.Global Nuclear Fuel Overall Market Size, Revenue (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), Market CAGR (%), Market forecast (2023 - 2033)

1.2.2.Global Nuclear Fuel Market Revenue Share (%) and Growth Rate (Y-o-Y) from 2019 - 2033

1.3.    Market Segmentation

1.3.1.Type of Global Nuclear Fuel Market

1.3.2.Reactor Type of Global Nuclear Fuel Market

1.3.3.Region of Global Nuclear Fuel Market

2.       Executive Summary

3.       Market Factor Analysis

3.1.   Global Nuclear Fuel Market Application Trends under COVID-19 Outbreak

3.1.1.Global COVID-19 Status Overview

3.1.2.Influence of COVID-19 Outbreak on Global Nuclear Fuel Market Application Development

3.2.   Market Dynamics

3.2.1.Drivers

3.2.2.Limitations

3.2.3.Opportunities

3.2.4.Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints

3.3.   Value Chain/ Ecosystem Analysis

3.3.1.Manufacturers / Vendors

3.3.2.Distributors

3.3.3.Buyers / End-users

3.3.4.Forward Integration & Backward Integration of Key Stakeholders

3.4.   Global Nuclear Fuel Market - Pricing Trends Analysis & Average Selling Prices (ASPs)

3.5.   Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

3.5.1.Bargaining Power of Suppliers

3.5.2.Bargaining Power of Buyers

3.5.3.Threat of Substitutes

3.5.4.Threat of New Entrants

3.5.5.Competitive Rivalry

3.6.   PEST Analysis

3.6.1.Political Factors

3.6.2.Economic Factors

3.6.3.Social Factors

3.6.4.Technological Factors

3.7.   Impact of Russia Ukraine War on Nuclear Fuel Market

3.8.   Impact of Economic Downturn on Nuclear Fuel Market

3.9.   Nuclear Fuel Production Capacity, by Major Countries

3.10.  Market Investment Opportunity Analysis (Top Investment Pockets), By Segments & By Regions

4.       Global Nuclear Fuel Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Type

4.1.    Global Nuclear Fuel Market Revenue (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Type, 2019 to 2033

4.1.1.   Uranium Fuel

4.1.2.Mixed Oxide (MOX) Nuclear Fuel  

5.       Global Nuclear Fuel Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Reactor Type

5.1.    Global Nuclear Fuel Market Revenue (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Reactor Type, 2019 to 2033

5.1.1.    Boiling Water Reactor (BWR)

5.1.2.Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)

6.       Global Nuclear Fuel Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Region

6.1.    Global Nuclear Fuel Market Revenue (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Region, 2019 to 2033

6.1.1.North America

6.1.2.Europe

6.1.3.Asia Pacific

6.1.4.Middle East & Africa

6.1.5.South America

7.       North America Nuclear Fuel Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

7.1.    North America Nuclear Fuel Market Assessments & Key Findings

7.1.1.Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction

7.1.2.Nuclear Fuel Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million & Tons) (2019 – 2033)

7.1.2.1.   By Type

7.1.2.2.   By Reactor Type

7.1.2.3.   By Country

7.1.2.3.1.     The U.S.

7.1.2.3.2.     Canada

7.1.2.3.3.     Mexico

8.       Europe Nuclear Fuel Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

8.1.    Europe Nuclear Fuel Market Assessments & Key Findings

8.1.1.Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction

8.1.2.Nuclear Fuel Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million & Tons) (2019 – 2033)

8.1.2.1.   By Type

8.1.2.2.   By Reactor Type

8.1.2.3.   By end user

8.1.2.4.   By Power source

8.1.2.5.        By Country

8.1.2.5.1.     Italy

8.1.2.5.2.     Germany

8.1.2.5.3.     U.K.

8.1.2.5.4.     France

8.1.2.5.5.     Spain

8.1.2.5.6.     Rest of Europe

9.       Asia Pacific Nuclear Fuel Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

9.1.    Asia Pacific Market Assessments & Key Findings

9.1.1.Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction

9.1.2.Nuclear Fuel Market Size and Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million & Tons) (2019 – 2033)

9.1.2.1.   By Type

9.1.2.2.   By Reactor Type

9.1.2.3.        By Country

9.1.2.3.1.     China

9.1.2.3.2.     Japan

9.1.2.3.3.     India

9.1.2.3.4.     Australia

9.1.2.3.5.     South Korea

9.1.2.3.6.     ASEAN

9.1.2.3.7.     Rest of Asia Pacific

10.   Middle East & Africa Nuclear Fuel Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

10.1.  Middle East & Africa Market Assessments & Key Findings

10.1.1.   Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction

10.1.2.   Nuclear Fuel Market Size and Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million & Tons) (2019 – 2033)

10.1.2.1.    By Type

10.1.2.2.    By Reactor Type e

10.1.2.3.    By Country

10.1.2.3.1. U.A.E.

10.1.2.3.2. Saudi Arabia

10.1.2.3.3. Egypt

10.1.2.3.4. South Africa

10.1.2.3.5. Rest of Middle East & Africa

11.   South America Nuclear Fuel Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

11.1.  South America Market Assessments & Key Findings

11.1.1.   Nuclear Fuel Market Introduction

11.1.2.   Nuclear Fuel Market Size and Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million & Tons) (2019 – 2033)

11.1.2.1.    By Type

11.1.2.2.    By Reactor Type

11.1.2.3.    By Country

11.1.2.3.1. Brazil

11.1.2.3.2. Argentina

11.1.2.3.3. Colombia

11.1.2.3.4. Rest of South America

12.   Competition Landscape

12.1.  Nuclear Fuel Market Competition Matrix & Benchmarking, by Leading Players / Innovators / Emerging Players / New Entrants

12.2.  Nuclear Fuel Market Competition White Space Analysis, By End-user

12.3.  Nuclear Fuel Market Competition Regional Intensity Map Analysis, By Geographies Served

12.4.  Nuclear Fuel Market Concentration & Company Market Shares (%) Analysis, 2022

13.   Company Profiles

13.1.Cameco

13.1.1.    Company Overview & Key Stats

13.1.2.    Financial Performance & KPIs

13.1.3.    Product Portfolio

13.1.4.    Business Strategy & Recent Developments

* Similar details would be provided for all the players mentioned below 

13.2.ARMZ Uranium Holding Company

13.3.KazAtomProm

13.4.Energy Resources of Australia

13.5.Japan, Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation,

13.6.Anglo-Canadian Mining Corp

13.7.Azimut Exploration

13.8.AREVA

13.9.China National Nuclear Corporation  

13.10.    Others**

14.   Research Methodology

14.1.      External Power Outputs / Databases

14.2.      Internal Proprietary Database

14.3.      Primary Research

14.4.      Secondary Research

14.5.      Assumptions

14.6.      Limitations

14.7.      Report FAQs

15.   Research Findings & Conclusion

 

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the market size and growth projections?

The Global Nuclear Fuel Market is presently worth USD 3,350 million and is poised to amplify at a CAGR of 5.6% over 2023-2033, thereby amassing a valuation of USD 5,100 million by end of the assessment timeline.

What are the drivers shaping various markets?

The growing focus of various nations on to enhancing their nuclear power capacity is stimulating the overall market dynamics.

Who are the key competitors of market Players?

Some of the major players operating within the market are Cameco, ARMZ Uranium Holding Company, KazAtomProm, Energy Resources of Australia, Ltd., Japan, Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation, Anglo-Canadian Mining Corp, Azimut Exploration, AREVA, China National Nuclear Corporation, Paladin Energy, Vattenfall, and Eagle Plains Resources.

What are the top performing segments, and countries / regions of each of the markets?

The major regions constituting the geographical terrain of this market vertical are North America, Middle East & Africa, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Among these, Asia Pacific is projected to capture a substantial revenue share over 2022-2030.

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