United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Reciprocating Compressors, Screw Compressor, and Centrifugal Compressor), By Type (Oil-Cooled Compressors, Water-Cooled Compressors), By Application (Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Carbonating, and Carbon Capture Application), and United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market Size was estimated at USD 83.45 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.78% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 171.68 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, the United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market is anticipated to reach USD 171.68 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.78% from 2025 to 2035. The primary factors driving market expansion are the growing emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, the increasing demand for energy-efficient refrigeration solutions, and technological advancements in CO2 compressor systems.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom CO2 compressor market refers to the sector focused on the production, distribution, and application of compressors designed to pressurize and transport CO2 in various forms, gaseous or liquid, for industrial use. The prominent producers focus on developing high-performance, energy-efficient CO2 compressors for various applications, including industrial processes, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Energy efficiency, regulatory compliance, and the increasing demand for environmentally friendly refrigerants are driving industry innovation and pushing manufacturers to invest in more sophisticated and sustainable compressor technology. The market expansion is driven by the countrys increasing focus on sustainable refrigeration and HVAC solutions, especially within the food and beverage industry. There is substantial development potential due to government policies that favor the switch to low-GWP refrigerants and growing uses in emerging industries like carbon capture and storage and electric cars. Recently, the government announced to invest a substantial incentive such as Up to 21.7 billion over 25 years has been allocated by the UK government to finance hydrogen and CCS projects. With this money, infrastructure like pipelines, storage facilities, and CO2 compressors will be developed in order to capture and store 8.5 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Among the first projects are the Zero Carbon Humber effort and the Northern Endurance Partnership on Teesside, both of which are anticipated to generate substantial private investment and thousands of jobs.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom CO2 compressor market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom CO2 compressor market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom CO2 compressor market.

Driving Factors

The market for United Kingdom CO2 compressor is fueled by industries like food and beverage, healthcare, and industrial applications because of their effective and environmentally beneficial cooling properties. Healthcare, oil, and gas are among the industries with increasing CO2 consumption, which is driving growth in the market for carbon dioxide compressors. The market for carbon dioxide compressors is also expected to expand in the years to come as a result of the need for energy efficiency in industrial applications and the rising acceptance of environmental practices. The market is anticipated to grow in the upcoming years as a result of the convergence of technological developments, growing awareness of the advantages of CO2 compressors.

Restraining Factors

However, the market growth could be hampered by some obstacles such as high cost of the system and its upkeep, which kept it away from small and medium-sized organizations, rigid environmental laws, and technical integration complexity. Furthermore, market penetration is further slowed by a lack of knowledge and experienced workers for managing these systems.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom CO2 compressor market share is classified into product, type, and application.

• The reciprocating compressors segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR over the forecast period.

The United Kingdom CO2 compressor market is segmented by product into reciprocating compressors, screw compressor, and centrifugal compressor. Among these, the reciprocating compressors segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR over the forecast period. The segment holds the domain position due to the need for reliability and efficiency under pressure in extreme circumstances. Their cost-effectiveness and capacity to manage varying loads have made them well-liked for minor industrial applications, such as refrigeration, HVAC systems, and specific petrochemical operations.

• The oil-cooled compressors segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom CO2 compressor market is segmented by type into oil-cooled compressors, and water-cooled compressors.  Among these, the oil-cooled compressors segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. Their dependability and effectiveness in high-load industrial applications, like commercial refrigeration and industrial gas compression, are major factors in this selection. The oil has two functions: it cools and lubricates the compressor, increasing its longevity and performance.

• The refrigeration segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom CO2 compressor market is segmented by application into refrigeration, air conditioning, carbonating, and carbon capture application. Among these, the refrigeration segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period. CO2 is becoming more and more in demand as a natural refrigerant as refrigeration systems move toward more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient options. In industries where temperature control is essential, like food processing, retail, and pharmaceuticals, CO2 compressors are widely sought after due to their capacity to meet these demands while reducing their negative effects on the environment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom CO2 compressor market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Atlas Copco Limited
• Utile Engineering Co
• BAUER KOMPRESSOREN UK Ltd.
• Air Supply Ltd.
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In April 2025, Saipem was awarded a 20 million contract by Eni for the Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project in the UK. This means the project will require CO2 compressors to facilitate the permanent storage of captured carbon in offshore depleted fields under Liverpool Bay.

• In December 2024, Equinor and its partners officially approved the execution of two of the UK’s first carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in Teesside. This means high-pressure CO2 compressors will be essential for efficiently moving and injecting CO2 into geological formations.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom CO2 compressor market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market, By Product

• Reciprocating Compressors
• Screw Compressor
• Centrifugal Compressor

United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market, By Type

• Oil-Cooled Compressors
• Water-Cooled Compressors

United Kingdom CO2 Compressor Market, By Application

• Refrigeration
• Air Conditioning
• Carbonating
• Carbon Capture Application