Frac Sand Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Product (White Sand, Brown Sand), By Application (Oil Exploration, Natural Gas Exploration), By Region, By Competition, 2020-2030F

May 2025 | 188 pages | ID: F45075F1914DEN
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Abstracts

Market Overview

The Global Frac Sand Market was valued at USD 8.3 billion in 2024 and is projected t%li%reach USD 12.5 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.9% during the forecast period. The market is experiencing robust growth driven by the surge in shale oil and gas exploration, where frac sand plays a crucial role as a proppant in hydraulic fracturing. Advancements in drilling techniques, including horizontal and multi-stage fracking, have increased sand usage per well, thereby elevating demand. Additionally, the global push t%li%meet rising energy requirements has intensified exploration activities, directly boosting the need for frac sand.

Infrastructure improvements, such as enhanced transportation solutions like the Dune Express conveyor system in West Texas, are further optimizing the delivery process, reducing costs, and increasing supply chain efficiency. At the same time, a growing emphasis on environmentally sustainable practices is influencing manufacturers t%li%adopt cleaner production methods and implement effective waste management. These combined factors are strengthening the global frac sand market, ensuring a stable and responsive supply chain t%li%support expanding oil and gas operations.

Key Market Drivers

Increasing demand for hydraulic fracturing (fracking) in oil and gas extraction

The accelerating use of hydraulic fracturing techniques in unconventional oil and gas extraction is a primary growth driver for the global frac sand market. Frac sand, used t%li%prop open fractures created during the fracking process, is essential t%li%optimizing resource recovery. As shale exploration expands, particularly in regions like the Permian Basin and the Bakken formation, sand consumption per well has grown significantly. This correlation between fracking activity and sand demand has led t%li%investments in sand production and logistics networks.

Recent industry developments, such as Covia’s acquisition of R.W. Sidley’s Industrial Minerals Division and Source Energy Services’ purchase of RWR Trucking Inc.'s assets, reflect strategic efforts t%li%expand service capabilities and streamline logistics, supporting greater frac sand availability and efficiency.

Key Market Challenges

Environmental Concerns and Regulatory Challenges

Environmental concerns present a significant challenge for the global frac sand market. The extraction, processing, and transportation of frac sand can lead t%li%issues such as land disruption, water overuse, air quality degradation due t%li%dust emissions, and elevated carbon footprints. Mining activities, particularly near ecologically sensitive areas, have prompted increased scrutiny and regulatory oversight.

Governments and environmental agencies are enforcing stringent regulations related t%li%dust control, water consumption, land reclamation, and emissions. While these regulations promote sustainability and environmental stewardship, they als%li%introduce operational complexities and raise costs for frac sand producers, potentially impacting profitability and market expansion efforts.

Key Market Trends

Shift Toward Regional Sourcing and Localized Supply Chains

A key trend shaping the global frac sand market is the shift toward regional sourcing t%li%improve cost-efficiency and reduce logistical constraints. Historically reliant on long-distance transport from regions like Wisconsin, the industry is increasingly investing in local sand mines near key oilfields, such as those in Texas’s Permian Basin. This localized sourcing model minimizes transportation costs, reduces delivery timelines, and enhances operational responsiveness.

Additionally, regional supply chains align with sustainability goals by lowering emissions associated with freight. The transition toward in-basin sand supply als%li%allows for better inventory control and supports a more agile response t%li%fluctuating drilling demands. As a result, localized sourcing is gaining prominence as a preferred strategy among operators aiming t%li%optimize performance and reduce environmental impact.

Key Market Players

• HiCrush Inc.
• Badger Mining Corporation
• R. Grace and Co
• Haakon Industries Inc
• Proppant Express Logistics, LP
• Superior Silica Sands LLC
• Northern White Sand Company
• Covia Holdings Corporation

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Frac Sand Market has been segmented int%li%the following categories, in addition t%li%the industry trends which have als%li%been detailed below:

• Frac Sand Market, By Product:
• White Sand
• Brown Sand
• Frac Sand Market, By Application:
• Oil Exploration
• Natural Gas Exploration
• Frac Sand Market, By Region:
• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Australia
• South America
• Brazil
• Colombia
• Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• South Africa

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Frac Sand Market.

Available Customizations:

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Company Information

• Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up t%li%five).

Contents

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
  1.2.1. Markets Covered
  1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
  1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. VOICE OF CUSTOMER

5. GLOBAL FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
  5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
  5.2.1. By Product (White Sand, Brown Sand)
  5.2.2. By Application (Oil Exploration, Natural Gas Exploration)
  5.2.3. By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa, Asia Pacific)
5.3. By Company (2024)
5.4. Market Map

6. NORTH AMERICA FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
  6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
  6.2.1. By Product
  6.2.2. By Application
  6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
  6.3.1. United States Frac Sand Market Outlook
    6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      6.3.1.1.1. By Value
    6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      6.3.1.2.1. By Product
      6.3.1.2.2. By Application
  6.3.2. Canada Frac Sand Market Outlook
    6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      6.3.2.1.1. By Value
    6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      6.3.2.2.1. By Product
      6.3.2.2.2. By Application
  6.3.3. Mexico Frac Sand Market Outlook
    6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      6.3.3.1.1. By Value
    6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      6.3.3.2.1. By Product
      6.3.3.2.2. By Application

7. EUROPE FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
  7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
  7.2.1. By Product
  7.2.2. By Application
  7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
  7.3.1. Germany Frac Sand Market Outlook
    7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      7.3.1.1.1. By Value
    7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      7.3.1.2.1. By Product
      7.3.1.2.2. By Application
  7.3.2. France Frac Sand Market Outlook
    7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      7.3.2.1.1. By Value
    7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      7.3.2.2.1. By Product
      7.3.2.2.2. By Application
  7.3.3. United Kingdom Frac Sand Market Outlook
    7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      7.3.3.1.1. By Value
    7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      7.3.3.2.1. By Product
      7.3.3.2.2. By Application
  7.3.4. Italy Frac Sand Market Outlook
    7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      7.3.4.1.1. By Value
    7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      7.3.4.2.1. By Product
      7.3.4.2.2. By Application
  7.3.5. Spain Frac Sand Market Outlook
    7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      7.3.5.1.1. By Value
    7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      7.3.5.2.1. By Product
      7.3.5.2.2. By Application

8. ASIA PACIFIC FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
  8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
  8.2.1. By Product
  8.2.2. By Application
  8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
  8.3.1. China Frac Sand Market Outlook
    8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      8.3.1.1.1. By Value
    8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      8.3.1.2.1. By Product
      8.3.1.2.2. By Application
  8.3.2. India Frac Sand Market Outlook
    8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      8.3.2.1.1. By Value
    8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      8.3.2.2.1. By Product
      8.3.2.2.2. By Application
  8.3.3. Japan Frac Sand Market Outlook
    8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      8.3.3.1.1. By Value
    8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      8.3.3.2.1. By Product
      8.3.3.2.2. By Application
  8.3.4. South Korea Frac Sand Market Outlook
    8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      8.3.4.1.1. By Value
    8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      8.3.4.2.1. By Product
      8.3.4.2.2. By Application
  8.3.5. Australia Frac Sand Market Outlook
    8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      8.3.5.1.1. By Value
    8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      8.3.5.2.1. By Product
      8.3.5.2.2. By Application

9. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
  9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
  9.2.1. By Product
  9.2.2. By Application
  9.2.3. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
  9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Frac Sand Market Outlook
    9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      9.3.1.1.1. By Value
    9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      9.3.1.2.1. By Product
      9.3.1.2.2. By Application
  9.3.2. UAE Frac Sand Market Outlook
    9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      9.3.2.1.1. By Value
    9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      9.3.2.2.1. By Product
      9.3.2.2.2. By Application
  9.3.3. South Africa Frac Sand Market Outlook
    9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      9.3.3.1.1. By Value
    9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      9.3.3.2.1. By Product
      9.3.3.2.2. By Application

10. SOUTH AMERICA FRAC SAND MARKET OUTLOOK

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
  10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
  10.2.1. By Product
  10.2.2. By Application
  10.2.3. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
  10.3.1. Brazil Frac Sand Market Outlook
    10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      10.3.1.1.1. By Value
    10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      10.3.1.2.1. By Product
      10.3.1.2.2. By Application
  10.3.2. Colombia Frac Sand Market Outlook
    10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      10.3.2.1.1. By Value
    10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      10.3.2.2.1. By Product
      10.3.2.2.2. By Application
  10.3.3. Argentina Frac Sand Market Outlook
    10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      10.3.3.1.1. By Value
    10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      10.3.3.2.1. By Product
      10.3.3.2.2. By Application

11. MARKET DYNAMICS

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. MARKET TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. COMPANY PROFILES

13.1. HiCrush Inc.
  13.1.1. Business Overview
  13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
  13.1.3. Recent Developments
  13.1.4. Key Personnel
  13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
13.2. Badger Mining Corporation
13.3. Mammoth Energy Service, Inc.
13.4. Haakon Industries Inc
13.5. Proppant Express Logistics, LP
13.6. Superior Silica Sands LLC
13.7. Northern White Sand Company
13.8. Covia Holdings Corporation

14. STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS

15. ABOUT US & DISCLAIMER