Port Equipment Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Equipment (Tug Boats, Cranes, Ship Loaders , Automated Guided Vehicles, Forklift Trucks, Terminal Tractors, Straddle Carriers, Mooring System, Reach Stackers, Container Lift Trucks and Other Equipments), Type (Diesel, Electric and Hybrid), Application (Container Handling, Bulk Handling, Ship Handling and Other Applications), Operation (Conventional and Autonomous) and Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Port Equipment Market is accounted for $18.2 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $22.8 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period. Port equipment refers to mechanical tools used in warehouses and ports to load and unload large cargo containers from one location to another. Both manual and automatic operation is possible for port equipment. In ports and industrial warehouses, material handling equipment is used. Manufacturers are concentrating on creating battery-operated machinery employing cutting-edge technologies. Because they require less maintenance and have a higher return on investment than diesel vehicles, more and more consumers are choosing electric cars and terminal tractors.
According to the United Nations conference on the trade and development the global cargo transportation market has increased from 758 million in 2020 to 849 million in 2021. Hence port terminals have become busier. This growth in global cargo trade is anticipated to demand for port handling equipment.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Electric equipment to lead to zero emissions ports
In terms of its future, the marine industry is at a crucial turning point. With the majority of the largest ports in the world preparing or currently executing such schemes, electrification and automation of ports are attracting considerable attention on a global scale. To meet global net zero ambitions and become carbon neutral, industries and ports must speed up the adoption of innovative technology. Despite being more expensive than diesel equipment, many of the top port equipment manufacturers and ports are actively purchasing electric equipment which are propelling the market growth.
Restraint:
High capital and maintenance costs
Installing several sets of equipment for various applications as part of port equipment involves a significant financial commitment. The bulk freight handling and container industries have benefited greatly from developments and advancements in recent years. But as the operator uses or maintains installed systems, new technologies have made this equipment more complex. Highly improved items that can be used by equipment operators to do numerous duties are the outcome of ongoing R&D work. Huge investments are necessary for each step in the design, production, and distribution of this equipment, and this is reflected in the price of the machinery made available to clients. Equipment manufacturers must continually update their goods due to the increased emphasis on passenger comfort and the constantly shifting emission standards, which drive up the cost of production thereby hindering the market.
Opportunity:
Growing demand for cargo transportation
Due to the fact that more cargo can be successfully moved across waterways than through other modes of transportation, demand for this kind of freight transportation has increased somewhat. Furthermore, shipping goods via cargo ship is far less expensive than shipping by air or by road. The requirement for the transportation of goods by ship is being created by recent advancements in market leaders' commercial vessels that are more effective and superior cargo ships equipped with cutting-edge technology such modern navigation systems, sensors, and other components which points to the expansion of the cargo sector and ultimately the need for port equipment drive the market.
Threat:
Difficulties with communication and coordination
A major global trend that calls for the installation of several systems and technologies is the automation of port equipment, which is necessary to manage the rising cargo flow at ports. For instance, the automated stacking cranes' control system has been combined with the control systems of other pieces of machinery like ship to shore cranes, straddle cranes, and mobile harbour cranes. These control systems do, however, communicate using various interfaces and protocols. The procedure is complicated, which impacts overall performance and lowers productivity at port terminals since diverse equipment's communication interfaces and protocols are not integrated thereby hampering the market growth.
Covid-19 Impact
The Covid-19 effect pandemic has significantly slowed growth due to new trade restrictions. Consequently, the disruption in the worldwide supply chain also had a severe impact on port equipment. The COVID-19 lockout took a financial toll on the supply chain, halted the service production cycle, and had an impact on stocks. These disruptions in inventory management, payments, wage bills, and cash flows created an atmosphere of dread and uncertainty.
The Cranes segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The Cranes segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to reduction in the price per move. Operators of ports can manage a larger variety of vessels thanks to cranes. In order to reduce noise and carbon emissions, port managers are replacing older cranes with newer models. Port managers can handle a wider range of boats thanks to cranes. Port owners are replacing ageing cranes with more modern versions to cut down on noise and carbon emissions.
The Hybrid segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The Hybrid segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due to a variety of power sources are used by hybrid port equipment. The most common hybrid technology combines an internal combustion engine and an electric motor. The hybrid port equipment is designed to emit as little pollution as possible while producing more power and using less fuel. These devices use electrical energy produced by various mechanisms, including engines and regenerative braking systems. When any of the port equipment is in the idle or parked position, or when the electric motor's energy is sufficient to drive the port equipment without needing assistance from the IC Engine, they can sustain the energy by fastening down the engine which encourages the market growth.
Region with largest share:
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to the region is expansion as a result of businesses producing cutting-edge port equipment and the rising number of port equipment launches each year. Additionally, the market is expected to grow due to the significant need for new port equipment from Greenfield developments. Since the china uses container handling equipment for port operations, the Asia Pacific region's markets offer enormous growth potential. Tug boat deliveries are rising in the anticipated timeframe due to the china region having the highest volume of vessel activity which propels the market.
Region with highest CAGR:
Europe is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to increased bulk cargo commerce in nations like the UK and Italy; Europe will see significant growth in the port equipment industry. The demand for hybrid and electric technology is increasing as a result of government pollution laws and the green initiative. Additionally, agreements to expand trade routes are generating tremendous growth potential for the market.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Port Equipment Market include Liebherr Group, KonecranesOyj, CVS Ferrari, Kalmar, Sany Heavy Industry Co. Ltd, TTS Group, Famur Famak S.A., ABB Ltd., Hyster-Yale Group, Cavotec, Anhui Heli, Lonking, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries, Cargotec Corporation and Toyota Material Handling
Key Developments:
In Feb 2023, Karunia – a Liebherr Indonesia customer – signed an agreement for the purchase of four additional units of the R 9300 mining excavator for Tabang mine, located in the Kutai Kartanegara Regency of East Kalimantan, Indonesia.
In Jan 2023, Konecranes and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a large Indian multinational company, have signed a licensing agreement for the manufacturing and distribution of Konecranes port cranes in India, expanding Konecranes’ footprint in this dynamic market.
In July 2022, Feyter Iberica Joins the Cvs Ferrari Dealer Network Feyter Iberica in 2022 has entered into a formal multi-year agreement to exclusively represent CVS FERRARI in the territory of Spain and Portugal.
Equipments Covered:
• Tug Boats
• Cranes
• Ship Loaders
• Automated Guided Vehicles
• Forklift Trucks
• Terminal Tractors
• Straddle Carriers
• Mooring System
• Reach Stackers
• Container Lift Trucks
• Other Equipments
Types Covered:
• Diesel
• Electric
• Hybrid
Applications Covered:
• Container Handling
• Bulk Handling
• Ship Handling
• Other Applications
Operations Covered:
• Conventional
• Autonomous
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
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- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025, and 2028
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
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