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Report Overview

2024

Base Year

2018-2024

Historical Year

2025-2034

Forecast Year

Global Forklift Market Size

The global forklift market reached a value of about 1,842.75 thousand units in 2024. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% in the forecast period of 2025-2034.

Global Forklift Market Report Summary Description Value
Base Year Thounsad Unit 2023
Historical Period Thounsad Unit 2018-2024
Forecast Period Thounsad Unit 2025-2034
Market Size 2024 Thounsad Unit 1,842.75
Market Size 2034 Thounsad Unit 2,738.50
CAGR 2018-2024 Percentage XX%
CAGR 2025-2034 Percentage 4.5%
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Region Asia Pacific 5.1%
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country India 5.8%
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country China 4.9%
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Class Class 1 5.2%
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Technology Electric 6.0%
Market Share by Country 2023 Australia 2.2%

Global Forklift Market

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Increased Implementation of Counterbalance Forklifts in Transport and Logistics Operations to Boost the Industry Growth

Based on type, the counterbalance segment leads the global market for forklift, accounting for a significant share in the industry. This can be attributed to the benefits offered by counterbalance trucks, which include features like high performance, improved efficiency, and effective maneuverability. Further, LPG counterbalance equipment are witnessing increased adoption in transport and logistics industries as they do not require the need to be refuelled or recharged while operating both in indoor and outdoor facilities.

The Asia Pacific to Provide Enhanced Growth Opportunities to the Forklift Industry

The Asia Pacific is expected to witness the robust growth over the forecast period owing to the expanding e-commerce sector and the increasing shift towards automation in logistics and material handling industries in the region. The rising demand from emerging nations like India and China are significantly contributing to the industry growth. Further, the increasing demand for advanced technologies like IoT and big data analytics in logistics to enhance the efficiency will further aid the market growth.

Forklift Industry Segmentation

Forklift refers to a powered industrial truck which is particularly designed to lift materials and move them over short distances. It is also referred to as lift truck or forklift truck. It is commonly used to load and unload goods in various industries including warehouses and other large storage facilities. They enhance operator safety and productivity while providing comfort during material handling.

Global Forklift Market by Class

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Based on class, the market is divided into:

  • Class 1
  • Class 2
  • Class 3
  • Class 4 and 5

By type, the industry can be bifurcated into:

  • Counterbalance Type
  • Warehouse Type

On the basis of technology, the industry is broadly categorised into:

  • IC Engine
  • Electric
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country
India 5.8%
China 4.9%
Mexico 4.5%
Saudi Arabia 4.0%
Canada 4.0%
USA XX%
UK XX%
Germany XX%
France 3.6%
Italy XX%
Australia XX%
Brazil XX%
Japan 3.2%

The regional markets for the product include North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Global Forklift Market By Region

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Growing E-Commerce Industry to Bolster the Growth of the Global Market for Forklift

The growth of the e-commerce sector and the growing focus on enhancing the safety and security of workers in logistics industry are the main factors driving the growth of the market. The e-commerce giants are making significant investments in setting up new warehouses and distribution centres in developing regions, which is significantly contributing to the industry growth. Further, the deployment of forklifts in warehouse provides improved safety and ensures fast delivery of products to customers, thus, resulting in its increased demand. Further, the rapid urbanisation and the increasing construction activities across the globe will enhance the market for forklift trucks, thus, aiding the growth of the overall industry.

Over the forecast period, the market for electric forklift is expected to witness significant growth due to the implementation of stringent emission norms for diesel vehicles. Further, the rising investments by the manufacturers in R&D activities to develop advanced forklifts and enhance their productivity is expected to have a positive effect on the expansion of the market.

Key Industry Players in the Global Forklift Market

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global forklift market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:

  • Toyota Material Handling, Inc.
  • Crown Equipment Corporation
  • Jungheinrich AG
  • Komatsu Ltd.
  • Anhui Heli Co., Ltd.
  • Doosan Industrial Vehicle America Corp.
  • Others

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.

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Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2034
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Class
  • Type
  • Technology
  • Region
Breakup by Class
  • Class 1
  • Class 2
  • Class 3
  • Class 4 and 5
Breakup by Type
  • Counterbalance Type
  • Warehouse Type
Breakup by Technology
  • IC Engine
  • Electric
Breakup by Region
  • North America
    • United States of America 
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia
    • Others
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Toyota Material Handling, Inc.
  • Crown Equipment Corporation
  • Jungheinrich AG
  • Komatsu Ltd.
  • Anhui Heli Co., Ltd.
  • Doosan Industrial Vehicle America Corp.
  • Others
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In 2024, the market attained a volume of approximately 1,842.75 thousand units. 

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2025 and 2034.

The major drivers of the market include the growing e-commerce sector, rising focus on achieving improved safety and security while transporting heavy loads, and growing technological advancements.

The key trends guiding the growth of the market include the increasing construction activities and the growing research and development activities to launch advanced forklifts with improved efficiency.

The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. 

The various classes of forklift are class 1, class 2, class 3, and class 4 and 5.

The leading forklift types in the market are counterbalance type and warehouse type.

The significant forklift technologies in the market are IC engine and electric.

The key players in the global forklift market are Toyota Material Handling, Inc., Crown Equipment Corporation, Jungheinrich AG, Komatsu Ltd., Anhui Heli Co., Ltd., and Doosan Industrial Vehicle America Corp., among others.

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