The wire-rope market was valued at $9.1 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $14.4 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2024 to 2032.
The wire-rope market involves the production and distribution of a specialized form of cable crafted from multiple strands of metal wire braided together by twisting. The applicability of wire-ropes is across diverse industries, including mining, construction, transportation, telecommunications, and marine. The exceptional durability, strength, and flexibility of wire-ropes make them perfect for towing, lifting, and securing heavy loads in diverse surroundings. Elevators, cranes, suspension bridges, communication towers, and ships are the common components that use wire-ropes for their functioning.
Rapid urbanization has led to increase in construction and infrastructure development projects globally which have a high involvement of lifting and hoisting equipment. Therefore, these projects significantly boost the demand for wire-ropes. Moreover, innovations in material science and engineering have improved the durability and performance of wire-ropes, offering them high corrosion resistance, improved fatigue life, and increased tensile strength. To monitor the performance of wire-ropes in real time, the assimilation of sensor and monitoring technology is trending in the market. These technologies help in predictive maintenance and optimization of rope life by the early detection of wear-and-tear.
However, the wire-rope market faces certain restraints in its development. Volatility in the prices of raw materials, particularly steel, has a noteworthy impact on the manufacturing costs and profit margins. In addition, industries dealing with metals are obliged to comply with stringent regulatory standards regarding safety and environment, which present substantial challenges for the manufacturers and overall market growth. Furthermore, the presence of alternative materials and technologies for lifting & hoisting applications poses a competitive threat to the wire-ropes market. For instance, hydraulic hoist, pneumatic hoist, and explosion-proof hoist are specifically witnessing a surge in demand owing to their enhanced lifting capabilities.
Segment Review:
The wire-rope market is segmented into material, application, and region. On the basis of material, the market is divided into stainless steel, galvanized steel, and coated wire rope. By application, it is classified into industrial & crane, oil & gas, mining, fishing & marine, construction, telecommunications, and others. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.
Key Findings
On the basis of material, the galvanized steel segment held the highest market share in 2023.
By application, the construction segment acquired a high market share in 2023.
Region wise, Asia-Pacific was the largest revenue generator in 2023.
Competition Analysis
The major players operating in the global wire-rope market include WireCo WorldGroup, Inc., Bridon-Bekaert The Ropes Group, Tokyo Rope International, Usha Martin Ltd, Gustav Wolf GmbH, Jiangsu Langshan Steel Rope Co., Ltd, Kiswire Ltd, Teufelberger Holding AG, Pfeifer Group, and Alps Wire Rope Corporation. These players have adopted various key developmental strategies such as business expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to strengthen their foothold in the market.
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Key Market Segments
By Material
Stainless Steel
Galvanized Steel
Coated Wire Rope
By Application
Industrial Crane
Oil Gas
Mining
Fishing Marine
Construction
Telecommunications
Others
By Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Rest of Latin America
Middle East And Africa
Saudi Arab
UAE
Nigeria
South Africa
Rest Of Middle East and Africa
Key Market Players:
WireCo WorldGroup, Inc.
Bridon-Bekaert The Ropes Group
Tokyo Rope International
Usha Martin Ltd
Gustav Wolf GmbH
Jiangsu Langshan Steel Rope Co., Ltd
Kiswire Ltd
Teufelberger Holding AG
Pfeifer Group
Alps Wire Rope Corporation
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1. Report Description
1.2. Key Market Segments
1.3. Key Benefits
1.4. Research Methodology
1.4.1. Primary Research
1.4.2. Secondary Research
1.4.3. Analyst Tools and Models
CHAPTER 2: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. CXO Perspective
CHAPTER 3: MARKET LANDSCAPE
3.1. Market Definition and Scope
3.2. Key Findings
3.2.1. Top Investment Pockets
3.2.2. Top Winning Strategies
3.3. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
3.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.3.2. Threat of New Entrants
3.3.3. Threat of Substitutes
3.3.4. Competitive Rivalry
3.3.5. Bargaining Power among Buyers
3.4. Market Dynamics
3.4.1. Drivers
3.4.2. Restraints
3.4.3. Opportunities
CHAPTER 4: WIRE-ROPE MARKET, BY MATERIAL
4.1. Market Overview
4.1.1 Market Size and Forecast, By Material
4.2. Stainless Steel
4.2.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
4.2.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
4.2.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
4.3. Galvanized Steel
4.3.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
4.3.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
4.3.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
4.4. Coated Wire Rope
4.4.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
4.4.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
4.4.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
CHAPTER 5: WIRE-ROPE MARKET, BY APPLICATION
5.1. Market Overview
5.1.1 Market Size and Forecast, By Application
5.2. Industrial Crane
5.2.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.2.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.2.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.3. Oil Gas
5.3.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.3.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.3.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.4. Mining
5.4.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.4.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.4.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.5. Fishing Marine
5.5.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.5.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.6. Construction
5.6.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.6.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.7. Telecommunications
5.7.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.7.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
5.8. Others
5.8.1. Key Market Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities
5.8.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region
5.8.3. Market Share Analysis, By Country
CHAPTER 6: WIRE-ROPE MARKET, BY REGION
6.1. Market Overview
6.1.1 Market Size and Forecast, By Region
6.2. North America
6.2.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
6.2.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.2.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.2.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Country
6.2.5. U.S. Wire-Rope Market
6.2.5.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.2.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.2.6. Canada Wire-Rope Market
6.2.6.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.2.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.2.7. Mexico Wire-Rope Market
6.2.7.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.2.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3. Europe
6.3.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
6.3.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Country
6.3.5. UK Wire-Rope Market
6.3.5.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3.6. Germany Wire-Rope Market
6.3.6.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3.7. France Wire-Rope Market
6.3.7.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3.8. Italy Wire-Rope Market
6.3.8.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.8.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.3.9. Rest of Europe Wire-Rope Market
6.3.9.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.3.9.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4. Asia-Pacific
6.4.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
6.4.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Country
6.4.5. China Wire-Rope Market
6.4.5.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.6. Japan Wire-Rope Market
6.4.6.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.7. India Wire-Rope Market
6.4.7.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.8. South Korea Wire-Rope Market
6.4.8.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.8.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.9. Australia Wire-Rope Market
6.4.9.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.9.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.4.10. Rest of Asia-Pacific Wire-Rope Market
6.4.10.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.4.10.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.5. Latin America
6.5.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
6.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.5.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.5.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Country
6.5.5. Brazil Wire-Rope Market
6.5.5.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.5.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.5.6. Argentina Wire-Rope Market
6.5.6.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.5.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.5.7. Chile Wire-Rope Market
6.5.7.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.5.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.5.8. REST of Latin America Wire-Rope Market
6.5.8.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.5.8.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6. Middle East And Africa
6.6.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
6.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.6.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Country
6.6.5. Saudi Arab Wire-Rope Market
6.6.5.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.6.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6.6. UAE Wire-Rope Market
6.6.6.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.6.6.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6.7. Nigeria Wire-Rope Market
6.6.7.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.6.7.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6.8. South Africa Wire-Rope Market
6.6.8.1. Market Size and Forecast, By Material
6.6.8.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Application
6.6.9. Rest of Middle East And Africa Wire-Rope Market