Between 2013 and 2023, Croatia's industrial gases market achieved a significant volume growth, reaching 78.805 million cubic meters in 2023. Year-on-year growth varied, with a notable rise in 2017 and 2018, due to industrial demand recovery. A decline in 2019 was countered by a solid rebound in 2020. The market showed resilience with moderate growth from 2021 to 2023.
Key trends for the future include:
- Growing demand in healthcare services, elevating oxygen and other medical gases consumption.
- Potential expansion in green hydrogen production, influenced by renewables integration.
- Technological advancements driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Regulatory policies and sustainability efforts influencing market dynamics, encouraging reduced emissions and cleaner processing methods.