Oil Pipeline Transportation in the US
Oil Pipeline Transportation in the US
Down the tubes
As the need for new pipelines dwindles and oil refineries face growing environmental regulations, this industry's growth prospects will be limited. The expected rise in the volume of oil transported domestically through pipelines will be marginal at best, and not enough to meet rising demand. Refineries will turn to imports to pick up the slack. To stay afloat, firms will invest in pipeline capacity to transport oil from Canada to the United States.The main business of firms in this industry involves the pipeline transportation of crude oil.
Down the tubes
As the need for new pipelines dwindles and oil refineries face growing environmental regulations, this industry's growth prospects will be limited. The expected rise in the volume of oil transported domestically through pipelines will be marginal at best, and not enough to meet rising demand. Refineries will turn to imports to pick up the slack. To stay afloat, firms will invest in pipeline capacity to transport oil from Canada to the United States.The main business of firms in this industry involves the pipeline transportation of crude oil.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Contents
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRYIndustry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
MAJOR COMPANIES
Enbridge Energy Partners LP
Plains All American Pipeline LP
BP PLC
Royal Dutch/Shell Group Skip to top