Semi-trailer Market Size & Share, Global Market Research and Industry Forecast Report, 2020-2026 (Includes Business Impact of COVID-19)

                                          
Industry Insights, Market Size, CAGR, High-Level Analysis: Semi-trailer Market


The global semi-trailer market size was valued at USD 21.0 billion in 2018 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 3.1% over the forecast period. The market is expected to witness a steady growth rate on the back of the growing logistics industry. Furthermore, the growing popularity of semi-trailers over full trailers can be attributed to superior features offered in terms of safety and reliability.

In addition to the above-mentioned factors, an increase in natural gas production is anticipated to augment demand for tankers over the next few years. Transportation of goods and machinery in the retail, energy, and industrial manufacturing sector is usually carried out through heavy-duty vehicles. Growth in the aforementioned verticals and consequent increase in the industrial output will pave way for market growth over the forecast period. Moreover, expansion in breadth and offerings of the logistics industry is expected to have a positive influence on the semi-trailer market demand.

Manufacturers are investing huge amounts in enhancing semi-trailer designs in order to meet the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. In addition, increasing preference for packaged food is also contributing to market growth. Furthermore, increasing awareness among fleet operators regarding benefits offered by semi-trailers with respect to efficiency and productivity has led to greater adoption of such vehicles.

Besides, infrastructural developments in emerging economies are providing tremendous growth opportunities for manufacturers operating in the market space. Increasing R&D investments dedicated to aerodynamics enhancement, tire safety, electrified axles, tractor-trailer integration, and semi-trailer telematics is further expected to fuel the market growth. The manufacturers are emphasizing the incorporation of ADAS in transport vehicles to enable fleet operators/logistics service providers to track freight efficiently. Thus, technological advances such as ADAS integration and semi-trailer platooning will positively impact the demand among end-users.

The market worldwide is mature, and challenges related to lowering the total cost of ownership (TCO) and maintenance cost may limit logistic service providers from expanding their existing fleet, thereby hampering the market demand. However, the emergence of an electric semi-trailer truck is anticipated to provide significant market growth opportunities for all participants involved in the value chain.

Type Insights of Semi-trailer Market

Based on type, the market is segmented into flatbed trailers, dry vans, refrigerated trailers, tankers, and lowboy trailers. The dry vans segment is estimated to witness a revenue-based CAGR exceeding 4% over the forecast period. The anticipated growth will be driven by the expanding fast moving consumable goods (FMCG) industry. The retail and FMCG industries entail frequent transportation of dry products such as boxed goods, which, in turn, is expected to favor market growth.

Further, the flatbed semi-trailer segment captured a sizeable share of the overall market revenue in 2018. This is due to the increasing demand for transportation of heavy cargo such as heavy machinery and construction materials and equipment. Moreover, the rise in freight transportation worldwide is further fueling the market growth. On the other hand, the adoption of refrigerated semi-trailers is also expected to increase significantly due to the rising demand for packaged food.

Regional Insights of Semi-trailer Market

Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit a revenue-based CAGR of over 3.0% during the forecast period. The regional growth is accredited to an increase in inland transportation and improved cost-viability of transportation. Furthermore, the growing e-commerce industry in developing countries such as India and China is driving demand for fuel-efficient vehicles for bulk shipping. Reduced shipment charges have resulted in increased price competition among key players in this space.

North America accounted for more than 30.0% of the overall revenue share in 2018. The market in the region is witnessing healthy growth due to various factors such as a robust road infrastructure network and growing transportation and logistics industry. Furthermore, relaxation in government regulations with respect to weight carrying capacity and dimensions of the semi-trailer is further expected to lead to increased demand for light-weight transport vehicles, thereby driving the market demand. In addition, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) mandated the installation of SmartWay, a verified aerodynamic technology to improve fuel efficiency in tractors and semi-trailers.

Market Share Insights of Semi-trailer Market

Key players operating globally in the market include HYUNDAI Translead; Kogel Trailer GmbH; Schmitz Cargobull; Chassis King, Inc.; MANAC INC.; Wabash National Corporation.; Fontaine Commercial Trailer, Inc.; Dorsey Trailer; Polar Tank; Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company; and China International Marine Containers (Group) Ltd. Companies are mainly focusing on manufacturing of transport vehicles with enhanced aerodynamics to help end-users improve their operational efficiency.

Furthermore, there is an increasing trend towards collaboration among component suppliers and OEMs. The OEMs are focusing on forming strategic partnerships with component suppliers in order to ensure consistent supply of inventory. With the advent of autonomous trailers equipped with advance telematics, demand for these variants is on a rise and manufacturers are hence compelled to scale up their production volumes to meet the growing demand.

Segmentations, Sub Segmentations, CAGR, & High-Level Analysis overview of Semi-trailer Market Research Report

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2015 to 2025. For the purpose of this study, this market research report has segmented the global semi-trailer market report based on type and region:

Type Outlook (Volume, Units; Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)

  
Flat Bed Trailer
  
Dry Vans
  
Refrigerated Trailers
  
Lowboy Trailers
  
Tanker
  
Others

Market By Tonnage

  
Below 25 Tons
  
Between 25-50 Tons
  
Between 50-100 Tons
  
Above 100 Tons

Market By Axles

  
Less than 3 Axles
  
3 to 4 Axles
  
More than 4 Axles

Market By End-use Industry

  
Food & Beverages
  
Construction
  
Healthcare
  
Oil & Gas
  
Heavy Industry
  
Textiles
  
Others