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Global Escalator Market 2025

Escalator Market Size

The global escalator market rose rapidly to $X in 2022, surging by 8.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Escalator Production

In value terms, escalator production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Escalator Exports

Exports

In 2022, global exports of escalators and moving WalkWays reduced to X units, waning by -7.6% on the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, escalator exports declined modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 20%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China prevails in exports structure, recording X units, which was approx. 72% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Germany (X units), creating a 5% share of total exports. Spain (X units), the Czech Republic (X units), Austria (X units), Italy (X units) and Slovakia (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to escalator exports from China stood at -2.1%. At the same time, Italy (+1.5%) and Austria (+1.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Italy emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +1.5% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the Czech Republic (-5.9%), Germany (-6.2%), Spain (-7.1%) and Slovakia (-15.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of China (+11 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2022, the share of Germany (-1.6 p.p.), Spain (-2 p.p.) and Slovakia (-4.8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest escalator supplier worldwide, comprising 77% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 4.4% share of global exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 3.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in China amounted to -1.8%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (-6.9% per year) and Spain (-7.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average escalator export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, surging by 6.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in China ($X per unit) and Austria ($X per unit), while Italy ($X per unit) and the Czech Republic ($X per unit) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.3%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Escalator Imports

Imports

In 2022, approx. X units of escalators and moving WalkWays were imported worldwide; almost unchanged from the year before. In general, imports, however, saw a mild reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 17% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, escalator imports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 15%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of global imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the twelve major importers of escalators and moving WalkWays, namely France, Singapore, South Korea, the United States, India, Paraguay, Thailand, Russia, Malaysia, South Africa, Egypt and Chile, represented more than half of total import. Spain (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Africa (with a CAGR of +19.3%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), South Korea ($X) and Egypt ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 20% share of global imports.

Egypt, with a CAGR of +14.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average escalator import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, growing by 7.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 28% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per unit), while Paraguay ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+2.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together comprising 60% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together comprising 66% of global production.
In value terms, China remains the largest escalator supplier worldwide, comprising 75% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 4.6% share of global exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 2.8% share.
In value terms, the largest escalator importing markets worldwide were South Korea, France and the United States, with a combined 17% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Hungary, Russia, Thailand, Germany, India, Indonesia, the Netherlands, Spain, the Philippines and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 26%.
In 2021, the average escalator export price amounted to $32,530 per unit, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average escalator import price amounted to $27,729 per unit, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global escalator market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 28221670 - Escalators and moving walkways

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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