Elevator and Escalator Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Elevator (Vertical), Escalator, Moving Walkway), By Application (Residential Area, Commercial Office, Transportation Hub Area, Industrial Area and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

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ELEVATOR AND ESCALATOR MARKET OVERVIEW

The global elevator & escalator market size was valued at USD 37.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to touch USD 50.86 billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period from 2025 To 2033.

An elevator is a form of transportation device that effectively transports people or cargo between the levels of a multistory structure. In British English, it is also referred to as a lift. The majority of contemporary elevators are moved by electric motors through a network of cables and sheaves with the help of a counterweight (pulleys). The elevator, which made it possible to access higher structures, was a key factor in establishing the distinctive urban topography of many modern cities, particularly those in the United States, and it is expected to play a crucial role in the growth of cities in the future.

Elevators typically contain escalators and moving walkways. A moving stairway used in buildings, subways, and other heavily populated pedestrian areas to access different floors or levels is an escalator. A travelator, also known as a moving walkway or moving sidewalk, is a slow-moving conveyor system that carries people across a short- to medium-distance horizontal or incline surface. The moving walkway and the escalator vary in that the latter features stairs while the former is a flat or slanted apron without them.

ELEVATOR AND ESCALATOR MARKET SHARE FACT AND FIGURES

Regional Breakdown

• North America holds a 20% market share, USD 7.45 billion with a CAGR of 3.2%, driven by the presence of major brands like Otis, Schindler, and KONE, as well as infrastructure development projects and the need for modernization in older buildings.

• Asia-Pacific holds a 45% share, or USD 16.75 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 4.0%, due to rapid urbanization, growing construction activities, and significant demand for elevators and escalators in high-rise buildings in China, India, and Japan.

• Europe also holds 25% of the market, primarily in countries like Germany, the UK, and France, with a CAGR of 2.8%, driven by the need for modernization in aging infrastructure and increased focus on energy-efficient solutions.

• Rest of the World holds around 10% of the global market, equating to USD 3.73 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 3.7%, as demand grows in regions such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa due to infrastructure development.

Product Segments Breakdown

• Elevators dominate the market with approximately 55% of sales, amounting to about USD 20.00 billion in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 3.3%, driven by high demand in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

• Escalators hold around 35% of the market, or USD 13.03 billion in 2024, growing at 3.8% CAGR, primarily driven by their application in shopping malls, airports, and metro stations for efficient people movement.

• Moving Walkways represent about 10% of the market, equating to around USD 3.73 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 4.0%, fueled by demand in airports, transportation hubs, and large commercial complexes.

This detailed breakdown highlights the key numbers and growth trends in the elevator and escalator market, showcasing the factors driving demand and technological advancements shaping the industry.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Lockdown Shackled The Construction Industry And Affected The Manufacture

The elevator and escalator market is directly related to the building sector. The E&E market is directly impacted by even the smallest changes in the building sector, whether they are favourable or negative. Construction was initially impacted by the current COVID-19 epidemic, whose effects later expanded to other parts of the globe. The pandemic led to the temporary shutdown of manufacturing facilities and the closing of construction projects in numerous nations. It was challenging to complete the contracts for new projects and to carry on with work on current orders because of long-term restraints on people's freedom of movement. This had a particular effect on elevator manufacturers' new installation and modernization business segment.

LATEST TRENDS

Growing Demand for Green and Energy Efficient Solutions to Expand the Market

The elevator and escalator market share is anticipated to grow quickly as a result of rising demand for environmentally friendly and energy-efficient building solutions. Similar trends are being seen in the building industry, as evidenced by the European Green Building Council's publication of new regulations and EU policy directives. The creation of intelligent elevators aims to reduce the energy consumption of elevators and escalators, therefore lowering their carbon footprint. The development and demand for elevators are being driven by smart elevator manufacturers, who create elevators for medium and high-energy buildings with smart controls, hardware, and other low-power technologies.

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ELEVATOR AND ESCALATOR MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type, the elevator and escalator market is classified into elevator, escalator and moving walkaway.

Elevator type is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application

Based on application, the elevator and escalator market is classified into Residential Area, Commercial Office, Transportation Hub Area, Industrial Area and others.

Residential area is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing Investment in Infrastructure to Compel the Market Growth 

The expansion of high-rise residential and commercial structures throughout India. The market will also be improved by the ongoing construction of high-rise structures in a variety of industries, including retail, transit, residential, and other industries. The rapid urbanization-driven growth in the number of high-rise commercial and residential buildings, as well as the increased government focus on providing better and upgraded infrastructural amenities, are the main drivers of the market for elevators and escalators. The government and private sectors' growing investments in the development of public infrastructure will also increase the elevator and escalator market growth.

Development of Smart Cities to Exponentially Drive the Market Growth

The elevator and escalator market is expanding as a result of technological progress and the quickening of skyscraper construction. Increased migration and population growth from rural regions into older cities has created an urgent demand for infrastructure construction development, as well as the erection of high-rise structures and infrastructure, which will be followed by the requirement to meet the housing needs of newcomers.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Certain Concerns Associated with the Rising Accidents to Repel the Market

Accidents involving escalators and elevators have increased, creating worries that are expected to have a detrimental effect on demand for the machinery. This will probably further limit the expansion of the elevator and escalator business.

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ELEVATOR AND ESCALATOR MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Asia Pacific to Lead the Market with Rising Demand and the Huge Market Share

Elevators and escalators are projected to be most popular in the Asia Pacific area. During the anticipated period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to be driven by the expanding requirement from China and India. Numerous factors, such as easy availability to resources, reasonably priced labour, and stable regulatory systems in these developing countries, have an impact on the market. In the Asia Pacific region, China is predicted to grow at the quickest rate. It is anticipated that there will be more elevator and stairs in the region's residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, which will help the elevator and escalator industry flourish. Forecasting indicates that the growth of the middle class, industrial development, rising incomes, and shifting lifestyles will all contribute to an increase in demand for elevators and escalators market.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Notable Players to contribute towards the market growth

The top notch players of the market share are implementing and applying varied front end and back end strategies  to exceed and expand their empire.

List of Top Elevator And Escalator Companies

• Otis (U.S.)
• Schindler Group (Switzerland)
• ThyssenKrupp (Germany)
• Kone (Finland)
• Mitsubishi Electric (Japan)
• Toshiba (Japan)
• Hitachi (Japan)
• Fujitec (Japan)
• Hyundai (India)
• Yungtay Engineering (China)
• Canny Elevator (China)
• Volkslift (Germany)

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

• February 2021: In order to provide maintenance and upgrading for escalators and elevators in all of the Group's current properties, Schindler announced a partnership deal with citizenM hotels, the top boutique hotel chain based in the Netherlands.
• October 2020: To expand its elevator and escalator business, Hitachi Ltd. purchased a 9.99% stake in Yungtay Engineering (Taiwan). Hitachi has so far bought 51% of Yungtgay.

REPORT COVERAGE

The report covers the information on the advancement outlooks with new inventions and SWOT analysis.The market elements situation, with the development areas of the market in the upcoming years. Market segmentation information including the subjective and quantitative research including the effect of financial and strategy viewpoints are discussed in the report. The report also disseminates the information on the regional and nation level assessment incorporating the demand and supply dominators that are affecting the development of the market. The competitive landscape including market share of major players, along with the new research methodologies and strategies adopted by players for the  forecasted period is listed in the report.