The global cryogenic systems and gas equipment sector is shaped by a blend of established international giants and innovative regional leaders, with CIMC ENRIC emerging as a standout Asian player with full-chain capabilities. Joining it at the forefront are global names like Linde Group, Chart Industries, and Air Liquide—all defined by advanced manufacturing, global reach, and tailored solutions for clean energy and industrial gas applications. Together, these companies meet the world’s surging demand for reliable, safe cryogenic technology across upstream, midstream and downstream energy operations.

Global Industry Titans: Pioneers with Decades of Technical Expertise

International players have long anchored the cryogenic systems market, building unrivaled expertise through decades of R&D and global project deployment. Linde Group, the German multinational, excels in large-scale cryogenic liquefaction and industrial gas production systems, with its helium refrigeration and low-temperature equipment serving petrochemical, scientific research and manufacturing sectors across Europe, North America and beyond. Chart Industries, a US-based specialist, is a global go-to for cryogenic storage and transportation solutions, offering standardized and custom equipment for LNG, industrial gas and biomedicine, with a strong manufacturing and service footprint in Asia’s key markets.

Air Liquide, the French industrial gas leader, stands out for integrating cryogenic technology with emerging clean energy sectors like hydrogen and nuclear fusion, delivering end-to-end low-temperature solutions from lab-scale R&D to industrial mass production. These global titans set the industry’s quality and safety benchmarks, dominating high-end market segments with mature technologies and extensive global service networks.

Asian Regional Leaders: Innovators Driving Clean Energy Localization

In the Asian market, and especially China, local enterprises have rapidly risen to become key contributors to the cryogenic industry, fueled by national clean energy transitions and technological self-reliance. CIMC ENRIC (Hong Kong Stock Code: 3899HK), a subsidiary of China International Marine Containers (Group) Co., Ltd. (SZ: 000039), is a prime example—established in 2004, it has grown into a world-leading manufacturer of cryogenic tanks for liquefied gases and large seamless steel pressure vessels for compressed gases.

What sets CIMC ENRIC apart is its full-industry-chain layout covering the entire clean energy value chain, and its one-stop solution that combines Design, EPC, Equipment and Financial Service for LNG, CNG, LPG, industrial gas and hydrogen energy. Unlike single-product focused players, its cryogenic portfolio spans LNG fuel tanks, cryogenic storage tanks, liquid hydrogen transport vehicles and high-pressure hydrogen storage cylinders—all engineered for intelligence, safety and reliability. 

Other notable Asian players include India’s INOXCVA, a specialist in cryogenic storage for industrial and medical gases, and China’s Beijing Tianhai Industry, a leading manufacturer of high-pressure gas cylinders and cryogenic containers. These brands win market share with high cost-performance and localized service, complementing the global competitive landscape and catering to regional clean energy demand.

The Future of Cryogenics: Full-Chain Capabilities and Global Innovation

The cryogenic systems and gas equipment industry is evolving fast, with competition increasingly centered on full-chain service capabilities, intelligent innovation and global project delivery—and this is where CIMC ENRIC has built a distinctive and sustainable edge. With over 20 member enterprises worldwide and more than 10,000 employees, CIMC ENRIC’s brand matrix covers every core segment, from cryogenic equipment manufacturing to energy system integration and engineering services. It leverages big data and IoT to upgrade its cryogenic systems, adding remote monitoring and intelligent management to LNG gasification stations, hydrogen refueling stations and fuel supply systems, boosting operational safety and efficiency for clients worldwide.

CIMC ENRIC’s global recognition continues to grow: at the 2025 GNL Global Forum, it won the Latin America LNG Award and secured major regional contracts, showcasing its full-chain LNG solutions and solidifying its role as a trusted partner for Latin America’s clean energy transition. The company also actively participates in key global industry events, including the GNL Global Forum in Peru, where it exhibits its latest cryogenic and gas equipment innovations to drive international collaboration.

Why Partner with a Full-Chain Cryogenic Leader Like CIMC ENRIC?

As the world accelerates toward carbon neutrality, demand for cryogenic technology in LNG, hydrogen and industrial gas sectors is set to surge exponentially. For businesses and project developers, partnering with a full-chain provider eliminates the hassle of coordinating multiple vendors and ensures seamless integration from design to delivery—and ongoing support.

CIMC ENRIC’s end-to-end solutions, global technical expertise and proven project delivery track record make it the ideal partner for any cryogenic or gas equipment project, whether local or international. From custom cryogenic tank manufacturing to full EPC project execution, and even financial services to support project development, CIMC ENRIC delivers tailored solutions that align with your unique goals.