Modern technology has made it easier for different engineering companies to come up with new pipes that offer numerous benefits to petrochemical industries. For example, the innovation of reinforced thermoplastic pipes (RTPs) has revolutionized “the operations of many oil and gas companies. RTPs are high pressure plastic pipes known for their reliability, strength, and effectiveness” (Kutz 17). This technology was developed in France by three companies. These companies included Tubes d’Aquitaine, Wavin Repox, and Akzo Nobel (Kutz 19). This study therefore explores RTP pipes’ market in Saudi Arabia. The essay will also analyze the technical aspects and benefits of these revolutionary pipes for petrochemical companies such as Saudi Aramco. RTP Pipes’ Market: Size and Value Within the past two decades, the demand for non-corrosive pipes in the gas and oil industry has been on the rise. Consequently, the production of RTP pipes has continued to respond to this demand. In the Middle East, the demand for RTP has been growing steadily since 2000 (Kutz 62). Steel pipes are currently being replaced with RTPs because they corrode very fast. A study conducted in 2015 indicated that the global market for plastic pipes was on the rise. In Saudi Arabia, the industry has a leading share of over 40 percent (“Saudi Arabia Facts and Figures” par. 4). Estimates indicate that the demand for RTP pipes in the oil and gas industries will increase in the next one decade (Kutz 28). As well, experts argue that RTP will replace steel pipes in different parts of the globe. This change is catapulted by the economic growth experienced in every corner of the world. Demand for Plastic Pipe in Saudi Arabia Plastic pipes are characterized by reduced installation and production costs. They are also becoming appropriate for gas, oil, and water supply in different parts of Asia. This fact explains the demand for plastic pipes in countries such as Saudi Arabia is on the rise. The demand for plastic pipe is therefore expected to re-emerge as building and oil transportation activities continue to take center-stage in different parts of the country (“Saudi Arabia Facts and Figures” par. 2). According to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Saudi Arabia has around 18 percent of the world natural gas and oil reserves (“Saudi Arabia Facts and Figures” par. 3). This makes the country the leading exporter of refined and crude oil. Oil exploration and production have transformed the activities of different oil companies in the country. Many companies are therefore focusing on the effectiveness of plastic pipes over steel conduits. In order to maximize their oil exploration activities, firms such as Saudi Aramco have therefore embraced the use of plastic pipes. Such pipes are also being used for water transportation in the country. Fig 1: Chart showing the use of plastic pipes in Saudi Arabia. Brief Overview of End users of RTP Worldwide: Significance for the Petrochemical Industry Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipes (RTPs) are acknowledged as “the best alternative to steel for oilfield applications” (Bai and Bai 12). Many oil companies, construction firms, and gas operators are presently using RTPs in order to achi