The vapor recovery unit market size is expected to reach USD 1,918.72 million by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Vapor Recovery Units Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Technology (Absorption, Condensation, Membrane Separation, Adsorption, Others), By Application, By End User, By Region - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is witnessing steady growth, driven by ongoing technological advancements that are transforming how industries manage volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With rising global commitments to environmental sustainability and the enforcement of stricter VOC emission regulations across various regions, businesses are increasingly adopting advanced VRU technologies. Modern systems are equipped with intelligent sensors, automated controls, and integration with data analytics platforms. These features improve vapor recovery efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and reduce operational costs.
These innovations are particularly valuable for industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and petrochemicals, where emission control is a top priority. For example, VRUs are widely used at refineries, oil storage facilities, terminals, and fuel distribution networks to capture harmful vapors and prevent product loss. In addition, the growing adoption of modular and scalable VRU systems supports flexible deployment across both large industrial facilities and smaller distribution sites. As industries worldwide move toward energy efficiency and cleaner operations, VRUs are emerging as an essential technology for sustainable growth.
The global vapor recovery unit (VRU) market is increasingly influenced by the transition toward renewable energy and cleaner industrial practices. While oil and gas remain the dominant sectors, many companies are exploring technologies that align with low-carbon strategies. Membrane separation is gaining strong traction within VRUs, as it offers an energy-efficient and chemical-free method to recover vapors, complementing broader sustainability goals. By integrating advanced membrane materials, VRUs can deliver higher recovery rates while reducing operational costs. This approach supports industries seeking to balance traditional energy operations with renewable energy commitments and stricter environmental regulations worldwide.
Vapor Recovery Units Market Report Highlights
The absorption segment held the largest revenue share in 2024 due to proven efficiency, reliability, and widespread adoption across oil and gas facilities.
The storage segment dominated the revenue share in 2024 as storage tanks are one of the largest sources of hydrocarbon vapor emissions in the oil and gas industry.
North America held 39.01% of the global vapor recovery units market share in 2024, owing to the region's strict environmental regulations, advanced oil and gas industry, and commitment to emission reduction.
A few global key VRUs market players include Dover Corporation; Cimarron Energy, Inc.; PETROGAS Systems; John Zink Hamworthy; Zeeco, Inc.; Kilburn Engineering Ltd.; Kappa GI; Flogistix LP; VOCZero Ltd.; and Aereon Inc.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the market report on the basis of technology, application, and end user:
By Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2034)
Absorption
Condensation
Membrane Separation
Adsorption
Others
By Application Capacity Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2034)
Processing
Storage
Transportation
Railcar Loading
Others
By End User Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2034)
Oil & Gas
Upstream (Wellhead, Tank Batteries)
Midstream
Downstream
Chemicals & Petrochemicals
Landfills
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2034)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
- 1.1 Report Description
- 1.1.1 Objective of the Study
- 1.1.2 Market Scope
- 1.1.3 Assumptions
- 1.2 Stakeholders
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1 Research Methodology
- 2.2 Research Scope and Assumptions
- 2.3 Information Procurement
- 2.3.1 Purchased Database
- 2.3.2 Internal Database
- 2.3.3 Secondary Sources
- 2.3.4 Third Party Perspective
- 2.3.5 Primary Research
- 2.4 Information Analysis
- 2.4.1 Data Analysis Models
- 2.5 Market Formulation and Data Visualization
- 2.6 Data Validation and Publishing (Secondary Sources)
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
Chapter 4. Market Insights
- 4.1 Vapor Recovery Units - Industry snapshot
- 4.2 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Value Chain Analysis
- 4.2.1 Vapor Recovery Units Market Dynamics
- 4.2.2 Drivers and Opportunities
- 4.2.2.1 Stricter Environmental Regulations Driving Adoption
- 4.2.2.2 Growing Emphasis on Energy Efficiency and Hydrocarbon Recovery
- 4.2.3 Restraints and Challenges
- 4.2.3.1 High installation and maintenance costs
- 4.3 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Porter's Five Forces
- 4.3.1 Threat of Substitutes: (Low to Moderate)
- 4.3.2 Threat of New Entrants: (Moderate to high)
- 4.3.3 Bargaining power of buyers: (Low to Moderate)
- 4.3.4 Bargaining power of suppliers: (Moderate to High)
- 4.3.5 Competitive Rivalry: (Moderate to High)
- 4.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - PESTLE Analysis
Chapter 5. Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Technology
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Absorption
- 5.3 Condensation
- 5.4 Membrane Separation
- 5.5 Adsorption
- 5.6 Others
Chapter 6. Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Application
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Processing
- 6.3 Storage
- 6.4 Transportation
- 6.5 Railcar Loading
- 6.6 Others
Chapter 7. Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by End-user
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Oil & Gas
- 7.2.1 Upstream (Wellhead, Tank Batteries)
- 7.2.2 Midstream
- 7.2.3 Downstream
- 7.3 Chemicals & Petrochemicals
- 7.4 Landfills
- 7.5 Others
Chapter 8. Vapor Recovery Units Market Assessment by Region
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Vapor Recovery Units Market - North America
- 8.2.1 North America Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.2 North America Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.3 North America Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.2.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - U.S.
- 8.2.4.1 U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.4.2 U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.4.3 U.S. Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.2.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Canada
- 8.2.5.1 Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.2.5.2 Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.2.5.3 Canada Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Europe
- 8.3.1 Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.2 Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.3 Europe Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.3.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - France
- 8.3.4.1 France Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.4.2 France Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.4.3 France Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Germany
- 8.3.5.1 Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.5.2 Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.5.3 Germany Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.6 Vapor Recovery Units Market - UK
- 8.3.6.1 UK Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.6.2 UK Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.6.3 UK Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.7 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Italy
- 8.3.7.1 Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.7.2 Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.7.3 Italy Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.8 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Netherlands
- 8.3.8.1 Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.8.2 Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.8.3 Netherlands Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.9 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Spain
- 8.3.9.1 Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.9.2 Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.9.3 Spain Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.10 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Russia
- 8.3.10.1 Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.10.2 Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.10.3 Russia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.3.11 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Rest of Europe
- 8.3.11.1 Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.3.11.2 Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.3.11.3 Rest of Europe Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.2 Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.3 Asia Pacific Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.4.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Japan
- 8.4.4.1 Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.4.2 Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.4.3 Japan Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - China
- 8.4.5.1 China Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.5.2 China Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.5.3 China Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.6 Vapor Recovery Units Market - India
- 8.4.6.1 India Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.6.2 India Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.6.3 India Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.7 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Malaysia
- 8.4.7.1 Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.7.2 Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.7.3 Malaysia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.8 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Indonesia
- 8.4.8.1 Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.8.2 Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.8.3 Indonesia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.9 Vapor Recovery Units Market - South Korea
- 8.4.9.1 South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.9.2 South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.9.3 South Korea Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.10 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Australia
- 8.4.10.1 Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.10.2 Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.10.3 Australia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.4.11 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Rest of APAC
- 8.4.11.1 Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.4.11.2 Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.4.11.3 Rest of APAC Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Latin America
- 8.5.1 Latin America Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.2 Latin America Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.3 Latin America Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.5.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Mexico
- 8.5.4.1 Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.4.2 Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.4.3 Mexico Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Brazil
- 8.5.5.1 Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.5.2 Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.5.3 Brazil Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.6 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Argentina
- 8.5.6.1 Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.6.2 Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.6.3 Argentina Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.5.7 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Rest of Latin America
- 8.5.7.1 Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.5.7.2 Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.5.7.3 Rest of LATAM Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Middle East Africa
- 8.6.1 Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.2 Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.3 Middle East & Africa Vapor Recovery Units Market, By End-user
- 8.6.4 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.4.1 Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.4.2 Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.4.3 Saudi Arabia Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6.5 Vapor Recovery Units Market - South Africa
- 8.6.5.1 South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.5.2 South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.5.3 South Africa Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
- 8.6.6 Vapor Recovery Units Market - Rest of MEA
- 8.6.6.1 Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By Technology
- 8.6.6.2 Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By Application
- 8.6.6.3 Rest of MEA Vapor Recovery Units, By End-user
Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape
- 9.1 Key Market Players: Categorization
- 9.2 Strategy Framework
- 9.3 Vendor Landscape
- 9.4 Strategies Categorization
- 9.4.1 Launch/Approval/Development
Chapter 10. Company Profiles
- 10.1 Aereon Inc
- 10.1.1 Business Overview
- 10.1.2 Financial Snapshot
- 10.1.3 Applications and Services
- 10.2.3 Recent Developments
- 10.2 Cimarron Energy, Inc.
- 10.2.1 Business Overview
- 10.2.2 Applications and Services
- 10.2.3 Recent Developments
- 10.3 Dover Corporation.
- 10.3.1 Business Overview
- 10.3.2 Applications and Services
- 10.3.3 Financial Snapshot
- 10.3.4 Recent Developments
- 10.4 Flogistix LP
- 10.4.1 Business Overview
- 10.4.2 Applications and Services
- 10.4.3 Recent Developments
- 10.5 John Zink Hamworthy
- 10.5.1 Business Overview
- 10.5.2 Applications and Services
- 10.5.3 Recent Developments
- 10.6 Kappa GI
- 10.6.1 Business Overview
- 10.6.2 Financial Snapshot
- 10.6.2.1 Revenue by Geographic Region
- 10.6.3 Applications and Services
- 10.7 Monster Energyt
- 10.7.1 Business Overview
- 10.7.2 Financial Snapshot
- 10.7.2.1 Net Sales by Geographic
- 10.7.2.2 Net Sales by Application Category
- 10.7.3 Applications and Services
- 10.7.4 Recent Developments
- 10.8 Kilburn Engineering Ltd.
- 10.8.1 Business Overview
- 10.8.2 Applications and Services
- 10.1.3 Financial Snapshot
- 10.8.4 Recent Developments
- 10.9 PETROGAS Systems
- 10.9.1 Business Overview
- 10.9.2 Applications and Services
- 10.9.3 Financial Snapshot
- 10.9.4 Recent Developments
- 10.10 VOCZero Ltd.
- 10.10.1 Business Overview
- 10.10.2 Applications and Services
- 10.10.3 Financial Snapshot
- 10.10.4 Recent Developments
- 10.11 Zeeco, Inc.
- 10.11.1 Business Overview
- 10.11.2 Applications and Services
- 10.11.3 Recent Developments