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The global forklift market reached a value of about 1,842.75 thousand units in 2023. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% in the forecast period of 2024-2032.
| Global Forklift Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | Thounsad Unit | 2023 |
| Historical Period | Thounsad Unit | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | Thounsad Unit | 2024-2032 |
| Market Size 2023 | Thounsad Unit | 1,842.75 |
| Market Size 2032 | Thounsad Unit | 2,738.50 |
| CAGR 2018-2023 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 | Percentage | 4.5% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Region | Asia Pacific | 5.1% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Country | India | 5.8% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Country | China | 4.9% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Class | Class 1 | 5.2% |
| CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Technology | Electric | 6.0% |
| Market Share by Country 2023 | Australia | 2.2% |
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.
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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 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.
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Based on class, the market is divided into:
By type, the industry can be bifurcated into:
On the basis of technology, the industry is broadly categorised into:
| CAGR 2024-2032 - 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.
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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.
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:
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 | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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In 2023, 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 2024 and 2032.
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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United States (Head Office)
30 North Gould Street, Sheridan, WY 82801
+1-415-325-5166
Australia
63 Fiona Drive, Tamworth, NSW
+61-448-061-727
India
C130 Sector 2 Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301
+91-858-608-1494
Philippines
40th Floor, PBCom Tower, 6795 Ayala Avenue Cor V.A Rufino St. Makati City, 1226.
+63-287-899-028, +63-967-048-3306
United Kingdom
6 Gardner Place, Becketts Close, Feltham TW14 0BX, Greater London
+44-753-713-2163
Vietnam
193/26/4 St.no.6, Ward Binh Hung Hoa, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City
+84-865-399-124
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