PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1700508
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1700508
The heavy construction equipment market is estimated at USD 224.49 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 286.51 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2025 to 2030. One of the key factors anticipated to propel the growth of the heavy construction equipment market is the rising demand for such equipment in the mining and construction sectors.
Scope of the Report | |
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Years Considered for the Study | 2021-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value, Volume (Units) |
Segments | By Machinery Type, By Application, By Propulsion Type, By Power Output, By Engine Capacity, By End-use Industry, Region |
Regions covered | Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, South America, the Middle East, and Africa |
''increasing investments in construction and infrastructure sectors to drive the heavy construction equipment market.''
The growing investments in construction activities are driving up demand for heavy construction equipment. Beijing, China, for example, is making 6.8 trillion yuan (about $1 trillion USD) in government cash available for building projects. Canal, dam, and reservoir building was expected to cost about 800 billion yuan (USD 115.96 million) in 2022. Additionally, the majority of China's infrastructure investment is allocated to local governments, who most frequently choose to spend on urban infrastructure development, which includes parks, gas and water pipe networks, and urban highways. Additionally, by 2035, China intends to construct 70,000 kilometers of high-speed rail.
The European Union declared in June 2022 that it will invest over USD 5.4 billion in the construction of transportation infrastructure. About 135 infrastructure projects have been chosen by the EU to receive development funding. The National Infrastructure Pipeline is expected to receive about USD 645.7 billion and 700 projects, according to the UK Construction Leadership Council. The demand for construction equipment is anticipated to be driven during the forecast period by such planned investments and expanding construction activity for infrastructure development.
"Stringent government regulations to restrain for heavy construction equipment market."
Government laws particular to a certain region are one of the biggest challenges heavy construction equipment manufacturers confront. A corporation must go through a drawn-out and difficult procedure of getting a permit after completing several necessary checks before beginning significant construction.
For instance, appropriate baseline data is gathered to accurately represent the environmental status of the area because the construction industry employs more diesel engines than any other business in order to comply with EU emissions rules. Wetlands, soil, vegetation, animals, surface and groundwater hydrology, climatology, and cultural and historical resources are all the subjects of surveys. Following preparation and submission to the regulatory body, the permit undergoes technical and completeness evaluations..
Such lengthy, time-consuming, and often varying regulations act as a restraint to the heavy construction equipment market.
"Digitization of services to provide an opportunity for the heavy construction equipment market."
The construction equipment business has a plethora of opportunities to adopt new construction methods, cutting-edge technologies, and digitization. It is possible to employ and deploy new technologies on construction sites around the world, including telematics, smart applications, connected tools and equipment, and autonomous heavy machinery.
Manufacturers of construction equipment use data to reduce hazards, boost productivity, enhance job site safety, and make smarter decisions. In order to monitor the health of construction equipment, predictive analytics solutions are developed using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems. Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. introduced the ConSite Mine, a machine analytics solution that uses the Internet of Things to remotely monitor mining equipment around-the-clock, to the world market in January 2022.
"Development of alternative solutions to be a major challenge for heavy construction equipment market."
The two most basic components of electric heavy construction equipment are the battery and the motor. The battery stores and provides the energy, while the motor generates the force. One of the difficulties faced by producers of heavy construction equipment is managing the motor's speed and torque under a variety of load and speed settings. A battery's capacity must be maximized in order to make the most efficient use of its limited amount of stored energy. Increasing the battery's size would help it hold more power, but it also makes the heavy construction equipment heavier and more expensive.
Since batteries in electric-powered heavy-duty construction equipment require a long time to recharge, battery charging is one of the main problems. This delays the return on investment and lengthens downtime. In addition, battery thermal management systems have to deal with aging, climate, corrosion, leakage, and clogging. To address this issue, producers of heavy construction equipment and technological specialists are creating sophisticated battery thermal management systems.
"Asia Pacific to be the dominating region in heavy construction equipment market in terms of both value"
Asia Pacific led the heavy construction equipment market, in terms of value, in 2024 and is projected to register a CAGR of 5.2% between 2025 and 2030. The region's growing mining and infrastructure projects, particularly in China and India, are responsible for this high market penetration. These nations' governments are encouraging infrastructure development in an effort to boost their economies and draw in fresh foreign investment. The governments of these two nations are aggressively searching for suitable lithium mines both inside and outside the nation for battery manufacture in response to the growing demand for raw materials worldwide and to protect their energy interests. These will encourage the region to use heavy construction equipment more frequently.
Prominent companies Caterpillar (US), Liebherr AG (Germany), Terex Corporation (US), Volvo Group (Sweden), Komatsu (Japan), Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Japan), SANY Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (China), HD Hyundai (South Korea), XCMG Group (China), CNH Industrial N.V. (UK), and J C Bamford Excavators Ltd (UK), among others.
Research Coverage
This report covers the global heavy construction equipment market and forecasts the market size until 2030. It includes the following market segmentation - By Machinery Type (Earthmoving equipment, Material Handling Equipment, Heavy Construction Vehicles, Others), By Propulsion Type (Diesel, CNG/LNG/RNG, Electric), By Engine Capacity (<5 L, 5-10 L, >10 L), by Power Output (<100 HP, 101-200 HP, 201-400 HP, >400 HP), By application (Material Handling, Transportation, Excavation & Demolition, Heavy Lifting, Tunneling, Recycling & Waste Management), By End-Use Industry (Mining, Infrastructure, Building & Construction, Forestry & Agriculture, Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South America). The scope of the report includes detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the hydrogen tanks market, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities. A thorough examination of the key industry players has been conducted in order to provide insights into their business overview, solutions, and services, key strategies, contracts, partnerships, and agreements. Product launches, mergers and acquisitions, and recent developments in the hydrogen tanks market are all covered. This report includes a competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the hydrogen tanks market ecosystem.
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