Elevator and Escalator Global Market Report 2025

An elevator is a room-type machine designed to transport people or freight between different levels in a building. Escalators are moving stairs that facilitate vertical movement between building levels. Both are commonly used in buildings for passenger and freight transport.

The main types of elevators and escalators include elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. Escalators consist of a moving staircase conveying people between building floors. Businesses in this industry encompass new equipment, maintenance, and modernization, utilizing various technologies such as elevator technology, traction elevators, machine roomless traction elevators, and hydraulics. Applications span across residential, commercial, institutional, infrastructure, and other end-user categories.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a substantial impact on the machinery sector, driving up the costs of essential components such as steel, hydraulic systems, and precision bearings many of which are sourced from regions affected by the tariffs. Manufacturers of construction, agricultural, and industrial machinery are now facing tighter profit margins, as existing long-term contracts limit their ability to raise prices immediately. This climate of uncertainty has also led to postponed investments in automation and smart machinery, slowing potential productivity improvements. In response, companies are focusing on developing local suppliers, redesigning products to incorporate alternative materials, and adopting predictive maintenance strategies to extend equipment life and reduce the need for costly replacements.

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The elevator and escalator market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $117.58 billion in 2024 to $124.87 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to supportive government initiatives, increased focus on energy-efficient elevators, and an increase in infrastructure investment.

The elevator and escalator market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $169.76 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rising construction of skyscrapers, a boost in construction spending, rising urbanization, and increasing smart cities. Major trends in the forecast period include focusing on Internet of Things (IoT) technology, focus on gearless technology-powered elevators, focus on green home elevators, focus on product innovations and developing new products, and undergoing partnerships to reach new geographies and incorporate advanced technologies.

The forecast of 8.0% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.5% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through shortages of gearless traction motors and step chain assemblies, sourced from key regions such as Finland, Spain, and China, potentially delaying building modernization projects. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The increase in infrastructure investment is expected to significantly drive the growth of the elevator and escalator market. As buildings continue to rise in height, the demand for elevators and escalators has surged, enhancing efficiency and accessibility for users. For instance, in September 2024, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that construction spending was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,162.7 billion in July 2024, reflecting a 6.7% increase compared to July 2023. Additionally, total public construction spending rose to $270,803 million in July 2024, up from $243,948 million in the previous year. This substantial growth in infrastructure investments not only highlights the increasing need for vertical transportation solutions but also indicates a robust market outlook for elevators and escalators moving forward.

The elevator and escalator market is expected to receive significant support from the rapid growth of smart cities in the forecast period. Smart cities, characterized by technologically advanced urban areas leveraging electronic methods and sensors to gather specific data, are driving the adoption of smart elevators and escalators. A notable example is the projection by CITyFiED, a Spain-based project funded by the European Union's Seventh Program, indicating that the number of smart homes in Europe is expected to reach 84 million by the end of 2022. Countries such as Germany, the UK, and France are pivotal contributors to this market expansion. The UK, for instance, is anticipated to achieve a smart home penetration rate of 63% by 2025. The increasing prevalence of smart cities is anticipated to act as a catalyst for the elevator and escalator market, with the demand for technologically advanced solutions aligning with the evolving urban landscape.

Major companies in the elevator and escalator market are increasingly focusing on technological innovations, particularly the development of digitally connected elevators, to enhance user experiences and improve operational efficiency in modern buildings. These elevators leverage advanced digital technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI), to boost functionality, safety, and efficiency. For example, in April 2022, Kone Oyj, a Finland-based engineering company, launched its innovative KONE DX Class elevator line, which utilizes advanced API (Application Programming Interface) technology. The KONE DX Class elevators feature cutting-edge digital capabilities that allow seamless integration with building management systems. This connectivity facilitates real-time monitoring and data analytics, leading to improved maintenance practices and operational efficiencies. Such advancements in technology are setting new standards in the elevator and escalator market, catering to the demands of modern infrastructure.

The Internet of Things (IoT) stands out as another prominent trend gaining traction in the elevator and escalator market. IoT facilitates the seamless flow of information and rapid decision-making by connecting people, machines, and services. Major companies in the elevator and escalator sector are strategically focusing on IoT technology to introduce technologically advanced products to the market. For instance, in September 2022, Johnson Lifts, an India-based manufacturer of lifts and escalators, launched an IoT-based wireless program called WATCH (Wireless Assessment to Troubleshoot Channelize & Host). This program connects elevators to a data center via an IoT device within the elevator. With this innovative technology, elevators can be monitored in real-time, allowing a team of highly qualified technicians to be promptly alerted and provide rapid support to clients, ensuring trouble-free performance and increasing lift reliability. This emphasis on IoT technology exemplifies a commitment to elevating the efficiency and performance of elevator and escalator systems in the market.

In August 2022, German-based lift solutions provider Lodige Industries acquired Northern Elevator Limited, a UK-based elevator company, to enhance its servicing capacity and expand its reach in the northern part of the UK. The acquisition enables Lodige Industries to offer maintenance and repair services for various lift types, including passenger lifts.

Major companies operating in the elevator and escalator market include Schindler Group, Otis Worldwide Corporation, Kone Corporation, Hitachi Ltd, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Toshiba Corporation, Fijutec Co. Ltd, Hyundai Elevator Ltd, Canny Elevator Co. Ltd., WINONE Elevator Co. Ltd, Symax Lift (China) Co. Ltd, Nantong Fuji Elevator Co. Ltd, Volkslift, Ningbo Hosting Elevator Co. Ltd, General Elevator Co. Ltd, SAIL Intelligent Elevator (Suzhou) Co. Ltd, Huzhou Fuji Elevator Co. Ltd, Suzhou Towards Elevator Co. Ltd, SEPL India Ltd, Orbis Elevator, IEC LIFTS, IFE Elevators CO. LTD, Expert Lift ltd, Liftronic, Brilliant Lifts Australia, Orbitz Elevators, Yusaki Elevator, Blue Star Elevators, Omega-Elevators, MAS Industries, Escon Elevators Pvt. Ltd, Sanei Manufacturing Co. Ltd, Vintec Elevator, Thyssenkrupp AG, GMV Poland, Schmitt + Sohn, United Technologies, Nu-Line, Delta Elevator Co Ltd, AVT Beckett Elevators, True Canadian Elevator, Alphalift Ltd., Arabian Elevators & Engineering Co LLC, Gulf Tech Elevators LLC, Orient Lines Elevators, HAUSLIFT, Logan Davex, Trent Park Engineering

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the elevator and escalator market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the elevator and escalator market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the elevator and escalator market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The elevator and escalator market consists of sales of step-type elevators, belt-type elevators, cleat-type elevators, spiral elevators, and vacuums among others. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Product: Elevators, Escalators, Moving Walkway
• 2) By Business: New Equipment, Maintenance, Modernization
• 3) By Elevator Technology: Traction Elevator, Machine Room Less Traction Elevator, Hydraulic
• 4) By End User: Residential, Commercial, Institutional, Infrastructure, Other End Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Elevators: Passenger Elevators; Freight Elevators; Service Elevators; Dumbwaiters
• 2) By Escalators: Commercial Escalators; Industrial Escalators; Escalators for Public Transport
• 3) By Moving Walkways: Parallel Moving Walkways; Inclined Moving Walkways; Automated Walkways
• Companies Mentioned: Schindler Group; Otis Worldwide Corporation; Kone Corporation; Hitachi Ltd; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Toshiba Corporation; Fijutec Co. Ltd; Hyundai Elevator Ltd; Canny Elevator Co. Ltd.; WINONE Elevator Co. Ltd; Symax Lift (China) Co. Ltd; Nantong Fuji Elevator Co. Ltd; Volkslift; Ningbo Hosting Elevator Co. Ltd; General Elevator Co. Ltd; SAIL Intelligent Elevator (Suzhou) Co. Ltd; Huzhou Fuji Elevator Co. Ltd; Suzhou Towards Elevator Co. Ltd; SEPL India Ltd; Orbis Elevator; IEC LIFTS; IFE Elevators CO. LTD; Expert Lift ltd; Liftronic; Brilliant Lifts Australia; Orbitz Elevators; Yusaki Elevator; Blue Star Elevators; Omega-Elevators; MAS Industries; Escon Elevators Pvt. Ltd; Sanei Manufacturing Co. Ltd; Vintec Elevator; Thyssenkrupp AG; GMV Poland; Schmitt + Sohn; United Technologies; Nu-Line; Delta Elevator Co Ltd; AVT Beckett Elevators; True Canadian Elevator; Alphalift Ltd.; Arabian Elevators & Engineering Co LLC; Gulf Tech Elevators LLC; Orient Lines Elevators; HAUSLIFT; Logan Davex; Trent Park Engineering
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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