
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034
Description
The United Kingdom sliding bearing market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.30% between 2025 and 2034.
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Growth
The growing usage of sliding bearings in the railway sector, rapid advancements in the automotive sector, and increased investment in the infrastructure are some of the crucial market drivers. The automotive sector is a major end-user of sliding bearings and advancements and expansions in this sector boost the demand for high-end bearings that provide both longevity and accuracy.
The demand for sliding bearings remains steady due to the continuous requirement for maintenance and replacement of industrial machinery. The ageing infrastructure of numerous industrial plants and equipment throughout the United Kingdom necessitates regular upgrades, which frequently involve the replacement of bearings.
There is also a growing trend towards developing new materials and composites for sliding bearings, to reduce weight, improve load capacity, and increase resistance to environmental factors like corrosion and extreme temperatures.
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Industry Segmentation
“United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Bearing Type
Linear
Thrust
Radial
Angular Contact
Others
Market Breakup by Material
Metallic
Non-Metallic
Market Breakup by Railway Type
Locomotive
Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU)
Electric Multiple Unit (EMU)
Coach
Wagon
Light Rail and Metro
High-Speed Train
Market Breakup by Application
Engine
Brakes
Bogie
Interior
Exterior
Market Breakup by Region
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Share
Based on bearing type, the market is divided into linear, thrust, radial, and angular contact, among others. Radial bearings are expected to witness significant growth, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2-24-2032 as these bearings are specifically designed to bear loads that are perpendicular to the axis of rotation. They find extensive use in various applications such as automotive engines, transmissions, industrial machinery, and electric motors, among others. Their adaptability and ability to withstand substantial radial loads also make them an essential component in a wide range of mechanical systems.
Leading Companies in the United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market
The market players are developing sliding bearings with advanced materials to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Schaeffler AG
SKF AB
NTN Corp.
Timken Co.
THK Co., Ltd.
RBC Bearings Inc.
igus Inc.
MinebeaMitsumi Inc.
Saint-Gobain S.A.
Others
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Growth
The growing usage of sliding bearings in the railway sector, rapid advancements in the automotive sector, and increased investment in the infrastructure are some of the crucial market drivers. The automotive sector is a major end-user of sliding bearings and advancements and expansions in this sector boost the demand for high-end bearings that provide both longevity and accuracy.
The demand for sliding bearings remains steady due to the continuous requirement for maintenance and replacement of industrial machinery. The ageing infrastructure of numerous industrial plants and equipment throughout the United Kingdom necessitates regular upgrades, which frequently involve the replacement of bearings.
There is also a growing trend towards developing new materials and composites for sliding bearings, to reduce weight, improve load capacity, and increase resistance to environmental factors like corrosion and extreme temperatures.
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Industry Segmentation
“United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Bearing Type
Linear
Thrust
Radial
Angular Contact
Others
Market Breakup by Material
Metallic
Non-Metallic
Market Breakup by Railway Type
Locomotive
Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU)
Electric Multiple Unit (EMU)
Coach
Wagon
Light Rail and Metro
High-Speed Train
Market Breakup by Application
Engine
Brakes
Bogie
Interior
Exterior
Market Breakup by Region
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Share
Based on bearing type, the market is divided into linear, thrust, radial, and angular contact, among others. Radial bearings are expected to witness significant growth, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2-24-2032 as these bearings are specifically designed to bear loads that are perpendicular to the axis of rotation. They find extensive use in various applications such as automotive engines, transmissions, industrial machinery, and electric motors, among others. Their adaptability and ability to withstand substantial radial loads also make them an essential component in a wide range of mechanical systems.
Leading Companies in the United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market
The market players are developing sliding bearings with advanced materials to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Schaeffler AG
SKF AB
NTN Corp.
Timken Co.
THK Co., Ltd.
RBC Bearings Inc.
igus Inc.
MinebeaMitsumi Inc.
Saint-Gobain S.A.
Others
Table of Contents
168 Pages
- 1 Executive Summary
- 1.1 Market Size 2024-2025
- 1.2 Market Growth 2025(F)-2034(F)
- 1.3 Key Demand Drivers
- 1.4 Key Players and Competitive Structure
- 1.5 Industry Best Practices
- 1.6 Recent Trends and Developments
- 1.7 Industry Outlook
- 2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
- 2.1 Market Trends
- 2.2 Key Verticals
- 2.3 Key Regions
- 2.4 Supplier Power
- 2.5 Buyer Power
- 2.6 Key Market Opportunities and Risks
- 2.7 Key Initiatives by Stakeholders
- 3 Economic Summary
- 3.1 GDP Outlook
- 3.2 GDP Per Capita Growth
- 3.3 Inflation Trends
- 3.4 Democracy Index
- 3.5 Gross Public Debt Ratios
- 3.6 Balance of Payment (BoP) Position
- 3.7 Population Outlook
- 3.8 Urbanisation Trends
- 4 Country Risk Profiles
- 4.1 Country Risk
- 4.2 Business Climate
- 5 Europe Sliding Bearing Market Overview
- 5.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 5.2 Europe Sliding Bearing Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 5.3 Europe Sliding Bearing Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 6 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Overview
- 6.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 6.2 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 6.3 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 7 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market by Bearing Type
- 7.1 Linear
- 7.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.2 Thrust
- 7.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.3 Radial
- 7.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.4 Angular Contact
- 7.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.5 Others
- 8 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market by Material
- 8.1 Metallic
- 8.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8.2 Non-Metallic
- 8.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market by Railway Type
- 9.1 Locomotive
- 9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.2 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU)
- 9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.3 Electric Multiple Unit (EMU)
- 9.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.4 Coach
- 9.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.5 Wagon
- 9.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.5.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.6 Light Rail and Metro
- 9.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.6.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.7 High-Speed Train
- 9.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.7.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market by Application
- 10.1 Engine
- 10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.2 Brakes
- 10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.3 Bogie
- 10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.4 Interior
- 10.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.5 Exterior
- 10.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.5.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 11 United Kingdom Sliding Bearing Market by Region
- 11.1 England
- 11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 11.2 Wales
- 11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 11.3 Scotland
- 11.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 11.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 11.4 Northern Ireland
- 11.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 11.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 12 Market Dynamics
- 12.1 SWOT Analysis
- 12.1.1 Strengths
- 12.1.2 Weaknesses
- 12.1.3 Opportunities
- 12.1.4 Threats
- 12.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 12.2.1 Supplier’s Power
- 12.2.2 Buyer’s Power
- 12.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
- 12.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.3 Key Indicators for Demand
- 12.4 Key Indicators for Price
- 13 Value Chain Analysis
- 14 Competitive Landscape
- 14.1 Supplier Selection
- 14.2 Key Global Players
- 14.3 Key Regional Players
- 14.4 Key Player Strategies
- 14.5 Company Profiles
- 14.5.1 Schaeffler AG
- 14.5.1.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.1.4 Certifications
- 14.5.2 SKF AB
- 14.5.2.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.2.4 Certifications
- 14.5.3 NTN Corp.
- 14.5.3.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.3.4 Certifications
- 14.5.4 Timken Co.
- 14.5.4.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.4.4 Certifications
- 14.5.5 THK Co., Ltd.
- 14.5.5.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.5.4 Certifications
- 14.5.6 RBC Bearings Inc.
- 14.5.6.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.6.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.6.4 Certifications
- 14.5.7 igus Inc.
- 14.5.7.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.7.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.7.4 Certifications
- 14.5.8 MinebeaMitsumi Inc.
- 14.5.8.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.8.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.8.4 Certifications
- 14.5.9 Saint-Gobain S.A.
- 14.5.9.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.9.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.9.4 Certifications
- 14.5.10 Others
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