The marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market has expanded rapidly in recent years. It will increase from $4.56 billion in 2024 to $5.15 billion in 2025, with a CAGR of 12.8%.
The growth is due to rising global trade, increasing fuel costs, consumer demand for eco-friendly products, environmental regulations, and the growing demand for green shipping.
The marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The marine hybrid and full-electric propulsion market is set to grow to $8.22 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 12.4%.
This growth is driven by maritime trade, local manufacturing, industrialization, and increasing awareness of air pollution. Key trends include battery technology advancements, renewable energy, automatic pitch adjustment for propellers, autonomous vessels, and innovations in propulsion systems.
The increasing popularity of maritime trade is expected to drive the marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market. Due to fuel price hikes and modernized shipping lanes, there is a growing demand for more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly propulsion systems. According to UN Trade Development, maritime trade is forecasted to grow by 2.4% in 2023, boosting the marine hybrid propulsion market.
The marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Hybrid Propulsion, Full Electric Propulsion
2) By Ship Type: Naval Ships, Yachts, Platform Supply Vessel, Cruise Liner, Other Ship Types
3) By Application: Tugboats, Ferries, Defense Vessels, Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Hybrid Propulsion: Diesel-Electric Hybrid Propulsion, Gas-Electric Hybrid Propulsion, Battery-Diesel Hybrid Propulsion
2) By Full Electric Propulsion: Battery-Powered Electric Propulsion, Fuel Cell Electric Propulsion
Leading corporations in the marine hybrid and full electric propulsion industry have been concentrating on producing innovative items such as hybrid diesel-electric boat propulsion systems. This new approach aids in improving fuel productivity, scaling down emissions, and adhering to rigorous ecological guidelines. Hybrid diesel-electric boat propulsion systems work by combining a conventional diesel engine with an electric motor and batteries for ship movement. This innovative strategy results in less fuel use, minimized emissions, quieter operations, and heightened operational adaptability as compared to traditional diesel-only propulsion methods. For example, in March 2022, Elcome International, a maritime enterprise from UAE, introduced an innovative hybrid diesel-electric boat propulsion mechanism. This new system enables the use of smaller and more productive diesel engines, consequently reducing fuel usage and maintenance expenses without compromising on performance. Furthermore, the system facilitates operations in environmentally vulnerable regions and enhances the comfort of crew members by eliminating fumes and noise when in electric mode.
Major companies operating in the marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market are:
• Siemens AG
• Caterpillar Inc.
• AB Volvo
• ZF Friedrichshafen AG
• Cummins Inc.
• BAE Systems PLC
• Rolls-Royce plc
• Danfoss
• Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd.
• Wärtsilä Corporation
• WEG S.A.
• MAN Diesel & Turbo SE
• Kongsberg Gruppen
• Schottel GmbH
• General Electric Company
• Heesen Yachts
• Steyr Motors GmbH
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.
• Aspin Kemp and Associates Inc.
• IHI Power Systems Co.Ltd.
• Beta Marine Ltd.
• Masson Marine
• Korindo Energy
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market in 2023. The regions covered in the marine hybrid and full electric propulsion market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.