Railcar Mover Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, (Tractive Effort Ratings(46,550 lbs), Tractive Effort Ratings(50,000 lbs) and Others), By Application (Oil and Gas Industry, Metal and Mineral Industry and Others) and Regional Insights and Forecast to 2031

Updated On: 29 April 2024

RAILCAR MOVER MARKET REPORT OVERVIEW

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The global railcar mover market size was USD 34 million in 2019 and the market is projected to touch USD 39 million by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 1.6% during the forecast period.

A rail-road vehicle that can travel on both roads and rail rails is called a railcar mover. In order to move a few train cars around in a small yard or rail siding, railcar movers are equipped with couplers. Customers of railroads utilize them widely because they are more cost-effective than owning a switcher locomotive, simpler and more efficient than physically shifting railcars, and more convenient and affordable than paying the railroad operator to conduct the switching. Additionally, because the railcars are often lightweight, they occasionally need more traction to tow bigger railcars. A railcar mover's tractive effort is based on the weight of the car; the heavier the car, the more tractive effort is required.

COVID-19 Impact: Pandemic Effectuated Lockdown and Travel Restrictions Hampered the Market Growth

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

LATEST TRENDS

"Electronic Railway Movers Offering Various Advantages to Enlarge the Market Share"

RAILCAR MOVER MARKET SEGMENTATION

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• By Type

Based on type the global market can be categorized into Tractive Effort Ratings(46,550 lbs), Tractive Effort Ratings(50,000 lbs) and others.

Railcar Mover with 46,550 lbs Tractive Effort: For lesser applications, railcar movers with a tractive effort rating of 46,550 lbs are probably appropriate. These movers are frequently employed in sectors of the economy where the operating requirements and the weight of the railcars fall within this range. They could work well in situations when a greater tractive effort is not required, such as when carrying lesser weights.

Railcar Mover with 50,000 lbs Tractive Effort: More demanding applications might benefit from the greater capacity of railcar movers with a tractive effort rating of 50,000 lbs. These movers are probably going to be employed in sectors of the economy where moving larger loads or those with particular operating needs requiring more tractive effort are required.

• By Application

Based on application the global market can be categorized into oil and gas industry, metal and mineral industry and others.

Oil and Gas Industry: Railcars transporting crude oil from extraction sites to refineries are moved by railcar movers. They make it easier to transport massive amounts of crude oil in an effective manner. Railcar movers assist in moving chemicals, other materials, and refined products between various processing units inside refinery complexes. They support the facility's efficient and effective material flow. To transfer railcars containing different chemicals and petrochemical goods, railcar movers are hired. Transporting chemicals to and from storage tanks and production facilities falls under this category. Tank cars may be rearranged inside train yards or sidings using railcar movers. This guarantees that the correct goods are loaded into trains for transit and that the railcars are arranged properly for the purposes of loading and unloading cargo.

Metal and Mineral Industry: Ore-filled railcars are moved from mining sites to processing facilities by railcar movers. They are essential to the flow of raw materials in the mining and metals sector. Railcar movers are used in steel mills to convey raw materials including limestone, coal, and iron ore to the processing sections. Additionally, they transport completed steel goods to locations for storage or transit. Bauxite, the raw material used to make aluminum, is transported to smelting plants by railcar movers in the aluminum industry. They transport aluminum goods within the factory as well.

DRIVING FACTORS

"Infrastructure and Construction Activities to Rise Up the Market Growth"

The market for railcar movers was further stimulated by the increasing demand for rail services and equipment. In addition, the need for railcar movers is being driven by the expansion of the railroad, manufacturing, chemical, and agricultural industries. The need for railcar movers is influenced by investments in rail infrastructure, such as the development and upgrading of rail networks. For improved train infrastructure to function well, specialist equipment is frequently required.

"Demand for the Efficient and Effective Transportation to Multiply the Market Share"

The market is anticipated to increase as a result of rising transportation demand, rising need for fuel-efficient transportation, and reduced railcar mover costs compared to switcher locomotive costs.Furthermore, the market may expand as a result of the lightweight nature of railcar movers, the increase in demand for affordable transportation, and the rise in demand for electric railcar movers.One of the main factors propelling railcar movers is the general expansion of rail freight transportation. The need for effective and dependable railcar movers grows as long as enterprises continue to transfer products via rail.

RESTRAINING FACTOR

"Weather Conditions and Limitations with Speed and Operational Range to Hammer the Market Growth"

Adverse weather conditions, such as heavy rain, snow, or ice, can have an impact on railcar movers. Railcar movement can be more difficult and dangerous on slippery rails as they can cause traction loss. High-speed activities are not intended for railcar movers. They are designed to move slowly through industrial buildings or rail yards. Typically, railcar movers are made for short-distance transportation inside industrial complexes or rail yards. They might not be appropriate for long-distance travel. Hence, such factors are expected to hinder the railcar mover market growth during the forecast period.

RAILCAR MOVER MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

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"North America with Increasing Shipment and Growth in Production of Biofuels to Dominate the Market Growth "

The market is primarily segregated into North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa.

Because of the rising number of investments, research and development efforts in this area, North America's railcar mover market share was the greatest during the projected year. In addition, the rise of the railcar mover market in North America was assisted by increases in the shipments of minerals, commodities, automobiles, chemicals, and building materials. The North American railcar mover industry grew as a result of increased production of coal, oil, natural gas, renewable energy, and other liquid biofuels.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

"Key Industry Players Shaping the Market through Innovation and Market Expansion"

Important industry players have a big impact on the market and are crucial in determining customer preferences and market dynamics. These major firms provide consumers easy access to a vast array of clothing alternatives through their huge retail networks and online platforms. Product adoption has increased as a result of their strong worldwide presence and well-known brand, which has also enhanced consumer trust and loyalty. These industry titans also consistently fund R&D, bringing cutting-edge designs, materials, and clever features to railcar mover to meet changing customer demands and preferences. These big businesses' combined efforts have a big impact on the market's future direction and level of competition.

List of Market Players Profiled

• Rail King (U.S.)
• Shuttlewagon (U.S.)
• Trackmobile (U.S.)
• Unilokomotive (Ireland)
• Railquip (U.S.)
• ZAGRO Group (Singapore)
• Brandt Road Rail (U.S.)
• Zephir (U.S.)

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

• April 2019: Under the auspices of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon Holdings, Inc., Trackmobile, Zephir S.p.A., and LEAF locomotive have merged to form the Global Railcar Mover Group (GRMG), with the objective of "elevating each member to the next level in their commitment and demonstrating its unparalleled commitment to safe rail operations." The electric railcar mover Zephir Crab 2100 E, created in 2020 by railcar mover maker Zephir, can transport loads weighing between 5,850 and 8,100 lbs. Moreover, the electric railcar mover series SWXe, which can carry loads weighing between 3,600 and 45,000 pounds, was developed by railcar mover manufacturer Shuttle Wagon in 2020.

REPORT COVERAGE

The report includes a thorough SWOT analysis and offers predictions for market growth in the future. It explores a broad range of market categories and possible applications that might have an impact on the market's trajectory in the upcoming years, as well as key aspects that contribute to the market's growth. The research provides a comprehensive overview of the market's components and identifies possible growth opportunities by taking into account both historical turning points and present trends.