Trenchers Market Definition And Segments
A trencher is a specialized and self-propelled construction machine employed for excavating trenches in the ground. It typically consists of a rotating chain or blade with teeth that cuts into the earth to create a narrow, linear excavation. It also employs a bucket conveyor and is commonly used for laying pipes, cables, or drainage systems.
The main types of products included in trenchers are wheel trenchers, chain trenchers, micro trenchers, and others. A wheel trencher is a heavy-duty construction machine equipped with a rotating wheel with cutting teeth used to excavate trenches for various purposes. These have various operating types, such as ride-on and walk-behind, which can be used for several applications, including agricultural trenching, oil and gas pipeline installation, energy cables and fiber optic laying, telecommunication network construction, sewer and water pipeline installation, and others.
The trenchers market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Wheel Trencher, Chain Trencher, Micro trenchers, Other Products
2) By Operating type: Ride-on, Walk-behind
3) By Application: Agricultural Trenching, Oil And Gas Pipeline Installation, Energy Cables And Fiber Optic Laying, Telecommunication Networks Construction, Sewers And Water Pipelines Installation, Other Applications
The trenchers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.88 billion in 2023 to $2.03 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to construction industry growth, infrastructure development, urbanization trends, agricultural applications, utility installation demand.
The trenchers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.68 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to renewable energy projects, smart city initiatives, precision agriculture practices, telecommunication network expansion, waste management projects. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of telematics and gps technology, integration of advanced safety features, development of compact and maneuverable trencher models, adoption of trencher telemetry systems, integration of automated trenching technologies.
Rising Construction Industry Drives Growth In The Trenchers Market
The increasing construction industry is expected to propel the growth of the trenchers market going forward. The construction industry encompasses the planning, design, and execution of building projects, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure development. Trenchers are commonly used in construction to dig trenches for utilities like water, gas, and electrical lines. They significantly speed up excavation and ensure precise trench dimensions, enhancing overall project efficiency and safety. For instance, in August 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, a US-based government agency, building permits authorized 1,442,000 privately owned housing units in July, slightly up by 0.1% from June's revised rate of 1,441,000. Housing construction started at a rate of 1,452,000 in July, up 3.9% from June's revised estimate of 1,398,000 and 5.9% higher than July 2022's rate of 1,371,000. Furthermore, in September 2021, according to reports published by Oxford Economics, a UK-based economic information services company, the global construction output was $10.7 trillion in 2020. Between 2020 and 2030, it is anticipated to increase by 42%, or $4.5 trillion, to reach $15.2 trillion. Therefore, the increasing construction industry is driving the growth of the trenchers market.
Surging Trencher Demand Fueled By Oil And Gas Industry Expansion
The growing oil and gas industry will propel the growth of the trenchers market. The oil and gas industry encompasses the exploration, extraction, refining, and distribution of petroleum and natural gas resources. Trenchers efficiently excavate long, narrow trenches for laying pipelines that transport oil, gas, and other fluids. For instance, in September 2023, according to the HM Revenue and Customs, a UK-based government department, the total UK government revenues from oil and gas production were $1.79 billion (£1.4 billion) in the tax year 2021–2022, resulting in an increase of $1.28 billion (£1.1 billion) compared to $0.38 billion (£0.3 billion) in the previous year. Therefore, the growing oil and gas industry will contribute to the growth of the trenchers market.
Major companies operating in the trenchers market report are Hyundai Group, Caterpillar Inc., Deere & Company, The Toro Company, Jan De Nul Group, IHC Merwede Holding B.V., Vermeer Corporation, Forum Energy Technologies Inc., Deepocean AS, Tesmec S.p.A., Digga Australia, Osbit Ltd., Soil Machine Dynamics Ltd., Groupe Marais, Barreto Manufacturing Inc., Port Industries Inc., Wolfe Heavy Equipment Inc., Guntert & Zimmerman Const. Div. Inc., Seatools B.V., KEMROC Spezialmaschinen GmbH, Cleveland Trencher Company Inc., EZ-Trench LLC, Mastenbroek Limited, UNAC SAS, Nextrencher Inc., Barth Hollanddrain B.V., Trencor Limited
High Initial Costs Impede Trenchers Market Growth
The high initial cost is restraining the growth of the trenchers market during the forecast period. The substantial upfront cost of purchasing or leasing a trencher can be a significant barrier to entry for smaller contractors, construction companies, and agricultural businesses. Many of these entities may lack the financial resources to invest in trenching equipment. For instance, in February 2022, according to Angi Inc., a US-based internet company, the price of trenching is expensive, and trenching trench typically costs $400 to $1,200 for every 100 linear feet. Therefore, the high initial cost is hindering the growth of the trenchers market.
Introducing Compact Utility Trenchers For Efficiency And Driving Revenues In The Trenchers Market
Major companies operating in the trenchers market are focused on developing compact utility trenchers to drive revenues in the market. Compact utility trenchers are small, versatile digging machines that create narrow, shallow trenches, typically for cables and pipes. For instance, in August 2023, Mastenbroek Limited, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of engineered trenching solutions and auxiliary equipment, launched the Bulldog, its first-ever utility trencher explicitly designed for the North American market. The Bulldog trencher's conveyor swings forward, allowing spoil to be deposited on the side of the trench, which is helpful in situations with limited space for spoil piles, such as in urban areas. It features a new 8-liter Tier 4 Final Volvo engine and a diesel hydrostatic drive system to operate the enhanced digging mechanism. This trencher has the capability to excavate a trench up to a depth of six feet, which is the standard requirement for utility cable and pipeline installation in the US.
Hyundai Motor Group Expands Construction Equipment Business With Acquisition Of Doosan Infracore Co. Ltd.
In August 2021, Hyundai Motor Group, a South Korea-based motor vehicle manufacturing company, acquired 35% stake in Doosan Infracore Co. Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition of Doosan Infracore allowed it to expand its construction equipment business and strengthen its brand recognition, especially in North America. Doosan Infracore Co. Ltd. is a South Korea-based manufacturer of trenchers.
North America was the largest region in the trenchers market in 2023. The regions covered in the trenchers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the trenchers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The trencher market consists of sales of compact trenchers, walk-behind trenchers, ride-on trenchers, cable plows, and attachment trenchers. 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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