Global Crane Rental Market Size Study, by Type (Mobile, Fixed), by End Use Industries (Building & Construction, Oil & Gas, Marine & Offshore, Mining & Excavation, Transportation), by Weightlifting Capacity (Low, Low-Medium, Heavy, Extreme Heavy), and Regi

The Global Crane Rental Market, valued at approximately USD 50.5 billion in 2024, is projected to witness (CAGR) of 5.50% over the forecast period from 2024 to 2034. Crane rentals have become indispensable in industries such as construction, oil and gas, and transportation, offering flexibility and cost-efficiency for large-scale projects. This market thrives on providing tailored lifting solutions with a diverse range of crane types designed to meet specific project requirements. The increasing focus on infrastructure development, urbanization, and growing investments in renewable energy projects globally further underscores the critical role of crane rental services in modern industrial activities.

The Global Crane Rental Market is experiencing accelerated momentum, primarily driven by the surge in construction activities, particularly in urban centers and emerging economies. Cranes, an essential component of modern infrastructure projects, are witnessing demand from renewable energy installations such as wind turbines and solar farms. Moreover, the oil and gas sector heavily relies on advanced lifting equipment for its complex operations. However, market growth is partially hindered by high initial investment and operational costs of cranes, which remain a barrier for small enterprises. Yet, innovations in telematics and automation in crane technologies, alongside green energy initiatives, are creating lucrative opportunities in this space.

Regionally, the market demonstrates varying growth trajectories. Europe emerges as the largest market in 2024, backed by its well-established infrastructure and a strong focus on renewable energy projects. Countries such as Germany and the UK are leading the adoption of advanced crane systems in wind energy installation projects. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is poised for the fastest growth over the forecast period. This rapid expansion is attributed to the booming construction industry, driven by urbanization and massive government spending on infrastructure development in countries like China and India. North America continues to show steady growth, propelled by increased investments in modernization and maintenance of its aging infrastructure, particularly in transportation and utilities.

Major market players included in this report are:

1. Sarens Group

2. Mammoet

3. Maxim Crane Works, L.P.

4. ALE Heavylift

5. Bigge Crane and Rigging Co.

6. Lampson International LLC

7. Action Construction Equipment Ltd.

8. United Rentals, Inc.

9. Al Faris Group

10. The Liebherr Group

11. Terex Corporation

12. Tadano Ltd.

13. Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co., Ltd.

14. XCMG Group

15. Sany Heavy Industry Co., Ltd.

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Type

• Mobile
• Fixed

By End Use Industries

• Building & Construction
• Oil & Gas
• Marine & Offshore
• Mining & Excavation
• Transportation

By Weightlifting Capacity

• Low
• Low-Medium
• Heavy
• Extreme Heavy

By Region:

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa

• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:

• Historical year – 2022
• Base year – 2024
• Forecast period – 2024 to 2034

Key Takeaways:

• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approaches.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.