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Rolling stock refers to wheeled vehicles owned and utilized by a railroad or motor carrier, designed to optimize passenger capacity, enhance safety and security, and improve overall operational efficiency.
The primary product categories in the rolling stock market include locomotives, rapid transit vehicles, and wagons. Locomotive rolling stock can be powered by diesel oil or electricity. In the case of diesel-powered locomotives, an internal combustion engine burns heavy diesel oil to generate energy for the locomotion. Different locomotive technologies encompass conventional locomotives, turbocharged locomotives, and maglev (magnetic levitation) trains. Various components are involved in locomotive systems, such as pantographs, axles, wheelsets, traction motors, auxiliary power systems, among others. The end-users of rolling stock include both passenger transit and cargo trains.
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The rolling stock market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $61.79 billion in 2024 to $65.64 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for mass transportation, increased demand for intermodal transportation, development of rail transportation system, need for efficient and reliable transportation.
The rolling stock market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $87.98 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of urbanization, rising population density, increasing use of automation and digitalization in rolling stock, sustainable energy integration, increased connectivity and IoT integration. Major trends in the forecast period include electrification of rail networks, adoption of maglev technology, focus on energy efficiency, integration of artificial intelligence, modular and customized rolling stock.
The rolling stock market is anticipated to experience growth, driven by the increasing demand for energy-efficient transport systems. The pursuit of efficient transportation solutions, which save time, money, and energy, is contributing to the rise in demand for rolling stocks used in trains. These rolling stocks play a significant role in reducing energy consumption, aligning with the growing demand for energy efficiency in transport systems. An example of this trend is evident in India, where the Council On Energy, Environment And Water predicts that by 2030, one-third of four-wheelers and half of two-wheelers sold would be electric, with figures climbing to 75% and 90% by 2050, highlighting the emphasis on energy-efficient transport systems and boosting the rolling stock market.
The rolling stock market is poised for growth due to the increase in urbanization and population. Urbanization, marked by the concentration of population in urban areas, is driving the demand for efficient and eco-friendly transportation modes, such as rolling stock. These trains and rail vehicles offer a sustainable and space-saving solution for mass transit, particularly in rapidly growing urban areas facing challenges like traffic congestion and pollution. The World Bank reports that over 50% of the global population lives in urban areas in 2022, and this figure is expected to increase to 6 billion by 2045, underscoring the crucial role of rolling stock in addressing urban transportation needs.
Major companies in the rolling stock market are concentrating on developing advanced diesel-battery-electric hybrid locomotives to fulfill the demand for sustainable transportation solutions. Diesel-battery-electric hybrid locomotives are railway vehicles that integrate a conventional diesel engine with electric battery power, enabling more efficient energy utilization and lower emissions. The diesel engine caters to long hauls and high-power requirements, while the battery supplies energy for short distances and regenerative braking in low-emission areas. For example, in October 2023, Progress Rail, a US-based transit corporation, launched the EMD GT38H. This model is equipped with a Caterpillar 3512 diesel engine coupled with a generator and a lithium-ion battery bank, delivering a starting tractive effort of 495 kN and a continuous tractive effort of 402 kN. With a maximum speed of 60 km/h and a battery capacity of 550 kWh, it supports both regenerative and external battery charging. Rumo anticipates fuel savings of up to 45% along with considerable reductions in particulate matter, NOx emissions, and noise. These locomotives are engineered for challenging terrains, making them well-suited for Rumo's narrow-gauge South Network.
Major companies in the rolling stock market are actively pursuing strategic partnerships and collaborations to fortify their market positions. In a notable example from September 2022, Sweden-based bearing and seal manufacturing company AB SKF and Germany-based Televic GSP, a provider of innovative railway passenger information and communication systems, strategically collaborated. This partnership aims to enhance rolling stock reliability and reduce maintenance costs through next-generation condition monitoring and data analysis. The collaboration also seeks to drive development and innovation in advancing condition-based maintenance capabilities for rolling stock operators.
In March 2024, Jupiter Wagons Limited, an India-based railway company, acquired Bonatrans India Private Limited for Rs 271 Crore ($0.032 billion). This acquisition establishes Jupiter Wagons as the first rolling stock manufacturer in India to own a wheel plant, thereby reducing dependence on imports and improving supply chain efficiency. It will also support Bonatrans' growth in the Indian freight transportation market and strengthen Jupiter Wagons' leadership in wagon manufacturing. Bonatrans India Private Limited is an India-based manufacturer of rolling stock wheelsets.
Major companies operating in the rolling stock market include Alstom Holdings SA, Bombardier Inc., Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA, CRRC Corporation Ltd., GE Transportation, Hitachi Ltd., Hyundai Rotem Company, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Siemens AG, Stadler Rail AG, Transmash Holding, Electro-Motive Diesel Ltd., Skoda Transportation AS, Talgo SA, Trinity Industries Inc., Wabtec Corporation, Ansaldo STS, PESA Bydgoszcz SA, Newag SA, MAPNA Group, Nippon Sharyo Ltd., Caterpillar, IHI Corporation, Tatravagonka A. S., Virgin Hyperloop, Transpod Inc., Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd., Alna Sharyo Co. Ltd., Pesa Group
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the rolling stock market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the rolling stock market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the rolling stock market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.
The rolling stock market consists of sales of powered locomotives, unpowered freight wagons, and passenger coaches. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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