PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1472403
PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1472403
Ground support equipment (GSE) includes a wide range of specialized machinery, tools, vehicles, and gear employed in aviation ground handling operations to aid aircraft while they are stationed on the ground. This equipment plays a vital role in performing a range of tasks such as aircraft servicing, maintenance, passenger, and cargo loading and unloading, aircraft movement, and other essential ground-based operations crucial for ensuring safe and efficient aircraft operations. Equipment included in GSE are aircraft tugs, passenger stairs, ground power units (GPUs), baggage loaders, pushback tractors, catering trucks, refueling vehicles, and maintenance equipment.In the ground support equipment (GSE) market, aircraft handling involves the utilization of equipment such as pushback tractors, towbars, aircraft tugs, ground power units (GPUs), and passenger boarding bridges (jet bridges). Growth in themarket is primarily fueled by rise in the number of aircraft in operation, expansions of airline fleets, and the imperative for efficient and secure ground handling operations to manage the burgeoning air traffic. Technological advancements, particularly in electric and autonomous GSE, are anticipated to propel the growth of the market by offering more sustainable and effective solutions.
Cargo handling includes the movement, loading, unloading, and transport of cargo and freight to and from aircraft and cargo facilities. GSE utilized for cargo handling includes cargo loaders, conveyor belt loaders, pallet loaders, and forklifts. The segment's growth is propelled by surge in e-commerce and the escalating demand for air freight services. In addition, globalization of trade and expansion of international supply chains contribute to rise in demand for efficient cargo handling equipment. The adoption of automation and digitalization, such as automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and cargo management software, is expected to augment efficiency and drive growth in this segment.
Passenger handling involves equipment and services aimed at facilitating the movement, comfort, and convenience of passengers within airport terminals and during boarding and disembarkation processes. GSE utilized for passenger handling includes passenger boarding bridges (jet bridges), mobile stairs, baggage handling systems, airport carts, and security screening equipment. Growth in this segment is fueled by rise in demand for air travel, expansions, and enhancements of airport terminals, and the emphasis on improving the passenger experience. Innovation in passenger handling equipment, such as the development of mobile boarding bridges and self-service check-in kiosks, is anticipated to drive the market growth by enhancing efficiency and passenger satisfaction.
The ground support equipment market is segmented on the basis of type, application, power source, and region. On the basis of type, the market is bifurcated into powered ground support equipment (GSE) and non-powered ground support equipment (GSE). On the basis of application, it is categorized into aircraft handling, passenger handling, and cargo handling. On the basis of power source, the market is classified into electric, non-electric, and hybrid. On the basis of region, the market is analyzed in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA.
Some major companies operating in the market include AERO SPECIALTIES, INC., Cavotec SA, Textron GSE, Flightline Support Ltd., GATE GSE, Imai Aero-Equipment Mfg. Co., Ltd., JBT Corporation, Mallaghan, TLD, and Guangtai.
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