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PUBLISHER: Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1954985
The global elevator and escalator market was valued at USD 100.23 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from USD 107.11 billion in 2026 to USD 199.21 billion by 2034, exhibiting a strong CAGR of 8.10% during the forecast period (2026-2034). Asia Pacific dominated the global market with a 44.45% share in 2025, driven by rapid urbanization, infrastructure expansion, and high-rise construction activity.
Elevators, escalators, and moving walkways are essential vertical transportation solutions used across residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. These systems are widely deployed in apartment complexes, offices, malls, airports, metro stations, and industrial facilities to enable efficient movement of people and goods.
Market Trends
Smart Elevators and Green Lift Technologies
The market is witnessing a significant shift toward smart elevators and green lift strategies. Manufacturers are increasingly adopting energy-efficient motors, gearless systems, magnetic motors, LED lighting, recycled materials, and regenerative drives to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
Eco-modernization of traditional elevators is gaining momentum as green building standards become more stringent. Additionally, touchless and AI-enabled technologies are transforming user experience. For instance, in March 2023, Hyundai Elevator announced the development of a non-contact elevator button using infrared sensors and AI technology operated via smartphones and API platforms.
Market Growth Factors
Increasing Investment in Infrastructure Development
Rising global infrastructure investment is a key growth driver. Governments across emerging and developed economies are investing heavily in airports, metro systems, smart cities, highways, and commercial buildings, driving demand for elevators and escalators.
According to Invest India, the country plans to invest USD 1.4 trillion in infrastructure between 2024 and 2029. Similarly, China's smart city investments and large-scale urban development projects continue to fuel demand. In addition, mega-skyscraper projects-such as Saudi Arabia's USD 500 billion twin skyscraper project announced in January 2024-are expected to significantly boost market growth.
Restraining Factors
Safety Concerns and Accident Risks
Despite strong growth prospects, safety concerns related to elevator and escalator accidents remain a challenge. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 17,000 injuries and over 30 fatalities were reported in the U.S. in 2020 due to elevator and escalator-related incidents.
However, improved safety regulations, preventive maintenance services, and technological advancements such as predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring are expected to reduce accident rates and mitigate this restraint over time.
By Product
The market is segmented into elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.
By Business
Based on business type, the market includes new equipment, maintenance, and modernization.
By Application
The residential segment dominated with a 68.48% share in 2026, fueled by rising apartment construction and housing investments. Commercial and industrial segments are also expanding steadily due to demand from offices, hotels, factories, and logistics centers.
Asia Pacific led the market with USD 44.45 billion in 2025, rising to USD 47.83 billion in 2026. China remains the largest contributor, projected to reach USD 34.41 billion in 2026, driven by urban expansion and smart product adoption.
North America is growing steadily due to modernization projects and smart building adoption. The U.S. market is expected to reach USD 28.42 billion by 2032.
Europe is witnessing moderate growth due to renovation of aging infrastructure, while the Middle East & Africa and Latin America are benefiting from high-rise construction and government infrastructure investments.
Key Industry Players
Major players include Kone Corporation, Schindler, Otis Worldwide Corporation, TK Elevator GmbH, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Fujitec Co. Ltd, Hitachi Ltd, Hyundai Elevator, and SJEC Corporation. These companies focus on product launches, modernization contracts, digital solutions, and acquisitions to strengthen market presence.
Conclusion
The global elevator and escalator market is poised for strong and sustained growth, expanding from USD 100.23 billion in 2025 to USD 199.21 billion by 2034. Growth is driven by increasing infrastructure investment, rapid urbanization, rising demand for smart and green buildings, and continuous modernization of existing systems. While safety concerns and accident risks present challenges, advancements in AI-enabled monitoring, energy-efficient technologies, and predictive maintenance are expected to address these issues. Overall, the market offers significant long-term opportunities across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide.
Segmentation By Product, By Business, By Application, and By Region
Segmentation By Product
By Business
By Application
By Region