Marine Propellers Market Trend, Share, Growth, Size, Analysis and Forecast 2030

Market Overview

The global marine propeller market accounted for USD 4,917.8 Million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 5,823.3 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 2.4% from 2021 to 2028.

A propellers is fan-like rotating ship equipment used to propel the ship in forward direction in water by utilizing power from ship engine. The marine propellers are usually made from alloy of stainless steel and aluminum to resist corrosive action caused by sea water. In addition to alloys materials like bronze, nickel, and aluminum bronze and copper are used for manufacturing propellers. The propellers are vital for the movement of ship and the number of blades in the propeller determines the speed of the ship.

The marine propellers are increasingly witnessing product development due to emerging need for the high efficiency and less fuel consuming propellers by the end users. The market is witnessing upsurge in demand due to rising invests in seashore developments and seaborne trading across the globe.

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COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly impacted the manufacturing sector and the international trade. The nationwide lockdown implementation had halted the manufacturing processes resulting loss of revenue. The supply and distribution chain for components of marine propellers manufacturers got disrupted resulting in even supply of raw materials and delayed delivery of finished products. Lockdown implementation affected the human resource required for production and manufacturing.

The COVID-19 pandemic have caused significant decline in global trade to strict government regulations to restrict the spread of COVID-19 infections. The manufacturing industry halted due to spread of COVID-19, leading to reduction in marine trading across the globe. The pandemic has hampered the growth of global economies and caused economic recession leading to the decline in international trade. The economic recession also affected the demand for the marine propellers. The marine propellers have witnessed significant decline due to covid-19 outbreak. The market is slowly recovering after the regulations for COVID-19 are loosened up.

Growth Factors

The factors primarily driving the market demand are upsurge in international marine trade and water-based activities. The rise in international trade is attributed to the low cost associated with transport of raw material via marine mode of transport. The rising demand for materials like coal, ore and iron are boosting the international trade leading to growth in marine propellers market. The increasing interest of dealers towards marine transport is also contributing to the demand of marine propellers.

The technological advancements and increasing investments in R&D for the development of the hybrid marine population system to minimize fuel consumption and optimize the efficiency is leading to the demand for advance marine propellers. The growth of shipping industry owing to rise in manufacturing activities is fueling the marine propellers market. The rising investments in development of seashore development and marine shipment by the leading economies are boosting the marine propellers market.

Report Scope :

Type Segment Analysis Preview

Fixed pitch propeller segment held a share of around 35.89% in 2020. This is attributable to low cost associated with the manufacturing and installation of fixed pitch propellers. These are simple type of propellers mostly used in ships with requirement of low maneuverability. These propellers are directly attached to the hub and their position is permanently fixed and cannot be moved during operations. These propellers are considered robust and reliable because they do not incorporate any hydraulic and mechanical connections. These propellers are functions with maximum efficiency, minimum noise and minimum vibrations. Fixed pitch propellers are used in ships like Container vessels, Tankers, Bulk carriers, Dry cargo vessels and Passenger liners. The lower maintenance cost of the fixed pitch propellers is estimated to drive the market demand in the forecast period.

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Number of Blades Segment Analysis Preview

5 blades propellers segment will grow at a CAGR of over 3.4% from 2021 to 2028. This is attributable to high propulation efficiency of the blades. The Merchant Ships, Naval Ships, Recreational Boat and Cargo ships are having rising demand for 5-blade propellers due to fewer vibrations caused by the 5-blade propeller as compared to other propellers. The higher demand for 5-blade by marine defense industry is contributing to the of 5 blade propeller segment.  The features of 5-blade propellers like more water displacement capacity, better holding power in rough seas, increased lift, better bite and grip as compared to other propellers is driving the market demand. These propellers provide improved acceleration and higher speed due to additional blades than other propellers.  The increasing adoption of recreational boats owing to rise in COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to growth of 3-blade propellers.

Regional Analysis Preview

The Asia-Pacific region held a share of 20.92% in 2020. This is attributable to the growth of shipbuilding industries in countries like China and South Korea. The international brand in these countries is forming joint ventures for development of shipbuilding industry. The rise in marine trading owing to development of manufacturing industry is fueling the market demand. The growth manufacturing industry is leading intensive need for cost effective transport of raw material. The increase in marine trade of crude oil from Middle East countries to Asia-Pacific is contributing to rise in Asia-Pacific trade. The marine equipment industry in the APAC region offers variety of marine equipment’s. China is dominating player in the APAC region owing to the rising developments in ship building industry and extensive capacity of marine equipment manufacturing. The major companies in China are implementing strategies like mergers and acquisitions to fulfill the market demand for marine propellers.

The North America region is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.6% over the forecast period. This surge is due to the rising investments in research and development in marine equipment manufacturing is boosting the market growth in APAC region. The growing demand for high efficiency, low cost and eco-friendly propellers is contributing to the technologically advance marine propellers. The upsurge in international trade due to cost effective transport manufactured goods and raw materials are driving the growth of the North America region. There are significant investments by the leading manufacturers in the region for the development of electric propellers.

U.S. is the leading manufacturer of marine propellers in the North America region. The leading manufacturers in U.S. are focusing on premium boat segment. Canada is the second largest manufacturer in the North-America region followed by U.S. The manufacturers in Canada are focusing on manufacturing fishing boat equipment’s. The growing demand for eco-friendly is estimated to bolster the growth of the region in the forecast period.

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Key Market Players & Competitive Landscape

Some of key players in marine propellers market are Rolls-Royce Holdings, Man ES Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Caterpillar Inc., Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd, Nakashima Propeller, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Wartsila, Brunswick Corporation, Volvo and Mercury Marine.

The leading market players are focusing on product development and investing in R&D for the development of ecofriendly propellers. Some market players are implementing strategies like mergers and acquisitions, partnerships and collaboration to increase their production potential to satisfy the market demand. The acquisitions are intended to strengthen the regional footprint of the companies.

For Instance, In April 2021, Nakashima Propeller Co Ltd had announced acquisition of Becker Marine Systems. This acquisition will aid optimization of propulsive performance and maneuvering performance of the propellers.

James Marine Acquires Big River Propeller

In July 2021, James Marine had acquired Big River Propellers. This acquisition will aid James’s marine to provide improved propeller repairing services and to conduct product innovation.

The global marine propellers market is segmented as follows:

By Type

• Controllable Pitch Propeller
• Fixed Pitch Propeller
• Ducted Propeller
• Others

By Number Of Blades

• 3-Blade
• 4-Blade
• 5-Blade
• Others

By Propulsion

• Inboard
• Outboard
• Sterndrive
• Others

By Material

• Stainless Steel
• Aluminium
• Bronze
• Nickel-Aluminium Bronze
• Others

By Application

• Merchant Ships
• Naval Ships
• Recreational Boats
• Cargo Or Container Ships
• Bulk Carrier
• Offshore Vessel
• Passenger Ship
• Others (Tugs & Service Ships)

By End User

• OEM
• Aftermarket

By Region

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • France
  • The UK
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa