Cable Tray Global Market Report 2026

A cable tray serves as a mechanical support structure, providing a rigid system for insulated conductors, raceways, and electrical cables utilized in signal measurement, communication, power distribution, and control. It is commonly employed for cable management in commercial and industrial projects, serving as an alternative to open wiring or electrical passage systems.

The main types of cable trays include ladder-type cable trays, solid-bottom cable trays, trough cable trays, channel cable trays, wire mesh cable trays, and single-rail cable trays. A ladder-type cable tray comprises two longitudinal side members connected by separate transverse members, forming a support system for power cables or control cables. These trays are constructed using materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and others, often featuring galvanized coatings, pre-galvanized, or hot-dip galvanized finishing. They find applications in various sectors, including power, construction, manufacturing, information technology (IT), telecommunication, and others.

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.

Tariffs are affecting the cable tray market by increasing the cost of imported steel, aluminum, and surface-treated metal components used in ladder, wire mesh, and solid bottom trays. Construction, power, and industrial projects in North America and Europe are most impacted due to dependence on imported raw materials, while Asia-Pacific exporters face margin pressures. These tariffs are increasing project costs and influencing material selection. At the same time, they are encouraging domestic fabrication, use of alternative materials, and localized manufacturing expansion.

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The cable tray market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.4 billion in 2025 to $5.73 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of commercial construction projects, growth of industrial electrification, increasing use in power distribution networks, adoption in manufacturing facilities, demand for organized cable routing.

The cable tray market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.18 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising investments in data center infrastructure, expansion of renewable power installations, growth of smart building projects, increasing demand for fire-resistant systems, focus on long-term durability. Major trends in the forecast period include growing deployment of modular cable management systems, rising demand for corrosion-resistant cable trays, expansion of cable trays in data centers, increasing adoption in renewable energy projects, focus on lightweight and high-load designs.

The growing construction sector is expected to drive the growth of the cable tray market. Construction involves installing and assembling project tools and materials on-site according to approved plans, guidelines, and specifications. Cable trays are widely used in construction for organized cable management, providing protection, accessibility, flexibility, and cost-effective safety solutions. For example, in June 2025, Eurostat, the Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that construction production in April 2025 increased by 3.0% in the euro area and by 2.5% in the EU compared with April 2024. Consequently, the expanding construction sector is supporting the growth of the cable tray market.

Major companies in the cable tray market are concentrating on developing innovative products, such as enhanced cable capacity that allows for greater cable management without the need for additional cutting. Enhanced cable capacity involves technological advancements and design modifications in power cables to enable them to carry larger amounts of electrical current without overheating or resulting in energy losses. For instance, in January 2024, Panduit, a US-based electronics manufacturing company, launched the Wire Basket Cable Tray Routing System, designed to improve cable management in data centers. This new cable tray routing system features an improved strength-to-weight ratio for easier and faster installations. Its grid pattern enhances cable capacity while minimizing wire cutting, thereby improving safety and efficiency. Customizable in various sizes and materials, it ensures proper bend radius control at intersections, making it ideal for data centers, connected buildings, and industrial environments, and supporting quick and cost-effective deployment.

In February 2023, Creative Composites Group (CCG), a US-based manufacturer of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, completed the acquisition of Enduro Composites Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition enhances CCG's product offerings and manufacturing standards. Enduro Composites Inc. is a US-based manufacturer specializing in fiberglass tanks, pipes, roofing, and cable trays.

Major companies operating in the cable tray market are Schneider Electric SE, ABB Ltd, Eaton Corporation plc, Legrand SA, Hubbell Incorporated, Atkore Inc, Cooper Industries Inc., nVent HOFFMAN, Thomas & Betts, RS Components Ltd., Basor Electric Inc., MP Husky USA, Techline Mfg., Ellis Patents Limited, Niedax Group, Unitrunk Limited, Chalfant Manufacturing Company, SnakeTray, Johnson Bros. Roll Forming Co., Vantrunk Ltd, Selco Manufacturing Corp., Acme Wire Products Co. Inc., Wieland Electric GmbH, Wiremaid Products Corp., Oglaend System Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cable tray market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cable tray market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

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

The cable tray market consists of sales of basket cable trays, power cables, and control cables. 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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This report focuses cable tray market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Ladder Type Cable Trays; Solid Bottom Cable Trays; Trough Cable Trays; Channel Cable Trays; Wire Mesh Cable Trays; Single Rail Cable Trays
• 2) By Material Type: Steel; Stainless Steel; Aluminum; Other Material Types
• 3) By Finishing: Galvanized Coatings; Pre-Galvanized; Hot-Dip Galvanized
• 4) By Application: Power; Construction; Manufacturing; Information Technology (IT) And Telecommunication; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Ladder Type Cable Trays: Standard Ladder Trays; Heavy-Duty Ladder Trays
• 2) By Solid Bottom Cable Trays: Non-Perforated Solid Bottom Trays; Perforated Solid Bottom Trays
• 3) By Trough Cable Trays: Open Trough Trays; Enclosed Trough Trays
• 4) By Channel Cable Trays: Standard Channel Trays; Custom Channel Trays
• 5) By Wire Mesh Cable Trays: Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Trays; Galvanized Wire Mesh Trays
• 6) By Single Rail Cable Trays: Standard Single Rail Trays; Heavy-Duty Single Rail Trays
• Companies Mentioned: Schneider Electric SE; ABB Ltd; Eaton Corporation plc; Legrand SA; Hubbell Incorporated; Atkore Inc; Cooper Industries Inc.; nVent HOFFMAN; Thomas & Betts; RS Components Ltd.; Basor Electric Inc.; MP Husky USA; Techline Mfg.; Ellis Patents Limited; Niedax Group; Unitrunk Limited; Chalfant Manufacturing Company; SnakeTray; Johnson Bros. Roll Forming Co.; Vantrunk Ltd; Selco Manufacturing Corp.; Acme Wire Products Co. Inc.; Wieland Electric GmbH; Wiremaid Products Corp.; Oglaend System Group.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; 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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