Off-Highway Turbocharger Market Report Analysis 2025-2030

Off-Highway Turbocharger Market Report Analysis 2025-2030

Off-Highway Turbocharger Market Report Analysis 2025-2030
Report code - SR2650 Published On : Oct,2024 No. of Pages: 144
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Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Off-Highway Turbocharger Market

  • The annual demand for off-highway turbocharger was USD 2.7 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 2.8 billion in 2025, up 3.2% than the value in 2024.
  • During the forecast period (2025 to 2030), the off-highway turbocharger market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.7%. The annual demand will reach of USD 3.3 billion in 2030.
  • During 2025-2030, the off-highway turbocharger industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 18.21 billion.

High-Growth Market Segments:

  • Asia-Pacific took the biggest chunk of the market and is also expected to mark the highest growth. 
  • By Mode of Operation type, Radial Turbochargers are anticipated to remain the dominant mode of operation by 2030.
  • By End-Use type, Marine is expected to be the biggest demand generator for turbochargers by 2030.
  • By Technology type, Single turbo is expected to remain at the forefront throughout the study period.
  • By Engine type, Low- & Medium-Speed Engines are likely to grab a bigger share of the market by 2030.
  • By Sales type, Services generated a higher demand, whereas Products grew at a higher rate.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the off-highway turbocharger market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Off-Highway Turbocharger Market Data & Statistics

 

Market Statistics

Value (in USD Billion)

Market Growth (%)

Annual Market Size in 2023

USD 2.5 billion

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Annual Market Size in 2024

USD 2.7 billion

YoY Growth in 2024: 3.6%

Annual Market Size in 2025

USD 2.8 billion

YoY Growth in 2025: 3.2%

Annual Market Size in 2030

USD 3.3 billion

CAGR 2025-2030: 2.7%

Cumulative Sales Opportunity during 2025-2030

USD 18.21 billion

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Top 10 Countries’ Market Share in 2024

USD 4.8 billion+

> 80%

Top 10 Company’s Market Share in 2024

USD 3.0 billion to 4.2 billion

 50% - 70%

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What is an off-highway turbocharger?

An off-highway turbocharger is a type of turbocharger specifically designed for engines used in off-highway vehicles and equipment, such as construction machinery, agricultural tractors, mining trucks, and industrial generators. Unlike standard automotive turbochargers, these are engineered to withstand extreme operating conditions like high dust levels, heavy loads, long operating hours, and wide temperature variations.

The main function of an off-highway turbocharger is to boost the engine’s power and efficiency by forcing more compressed air into the combustion chamber, which allows the engine to burn more fuel and produce higher output without increasing engine size. This leads to improved performance, better fuel economy, and reduced emissions. Since off-highway vehicles often operate in remote or demanding environments, these turbochargers are built with durable materials, advanced cooling systems, and robust bearings to ensure long service life and reliable operation even under continuous heavy-duty use.

Segment Analysis

Segmentations

List of Sub-Segments

Segments with High Growth Opportunity

End-Use Industry Analysis

Marine, Energy, Rail, and Others

Marine is expected to be the biggest demand-generator for turbochargers by 2030.

Mode of Operation-Type Analysis

Radial Turbochargers and Axial Turbochargers

Radial turbochargers are anticipated to remain the dominant mode of operation by 2030.

Technology-Type Analysis

Single Turbo, Twin-Turbo, Electro-Assist Turbo (EAT), and Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT)

Single turbo is expected to remain at the forefront throughout the study period. EAT to offer lucrative growth opportunities.

Engine-Type Analysis

Low- & Medium-Speed Engine and High-Speed Engine

Low- & medium-speed engines are likely to grab a bigger share of the market by 2030.

Sales-Type Analysis

Products and Services

Services generated a higher demand, whereas products grew at a higher rate.

Regional Analysis

North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World

Asia-Pacific took the biggest chunk of the market and is also expected to mark the highest growth.

 

By End-Use Industry Type

Marine is expected to remain dominant, whereas rail is anticipated to be the fastest-growing end-use industry during the forecast period.

  • Turbochargers are used in a wide array of marine vessels such as bulk carriers, container ships, recreational boats, military vehicles, and cruise ships.
  • There is an increasing demand for large commercial ships owing to a rise in international trade. The average useful life of a turbocharger is 20-30 years; usually, they are highly customized.
  • Within the marine segment, commercial ships captured the largest chunk. Low- & medium-speed engines are highly preferred in commercial ships.
  • For rail, turbocharging can provide up to 400% more power than a naturally aspirated engine of a similar size, enabling manufacturers to use smaller engines without an impact on performance.

By Mode of Operation Type

Radial turbochargers are expected to remain the dominant and faster-growing mode of operation during the forecast period.

  • The market is segmented into radial turbochargers and axial turbochargers.
  • Radial turbochargers are more commonly used in the 0.5-6,000 KW range, for both auxiliary as well as main medium-speed engines.
    • Radial turbochargers are generally simpler and cheaper to manufacture and maintain, and are particularly beneficial in applications where rapid start-up is important, due to their compact size and robust blades.
    • Key players are the Accelleron (ABB), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, MAN Energy Solutions, etc.
  • The usage of axial turbochargers is expected to grow in two-stroke engines with the increase in the penetration of low- & medium-speed engines.

By Technology Type

Single turbo maintained an unequivocal lead in the market from 2018-2023 and is expected to continue dominating the market during the forecast period as well.

  • The market is segmented into single turbo, twin-turbo, electro-assist turbo, and variable geometry turbo.
  • A single turbo takes up much less space than a twin-turbo and cools better. The single turbo itself, as well as its installation, is more cost-efficient. As opposed to twin-turbo, it produces a maximum boost at higher RPM (revolutions per minute).
  • A single turbo is preferably used in powerboats and cruise applications.
  • Two-stroke engines are more often used for low-speed engines, especially in marine applications.
  • An electric assist turbo is mainly used in low-speed engines, and it helps in reducing emissions and noise coming from engines.

By Engine Type

Low- & medium-speed engines maintained an unequivocal lead in the market and are expected to continue dominating the market during the forecast period as well.

  • The market is segmented into low- & medium-speed engines and high-speed engines.
  • Low & medium-speed engines are the major market category in marine, whereas high-speed engines are preferred in the energy category.
  • A low-speed engine is preferred in commercial ships, especially merchant ships with single engine sizes of 8-80 MW. The medium-speed engine is preferred for coastal and inland vessels, offshore vessels, ferries, and cruise ships (2-20 MW single engine size). 

Regional Analysis

Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market for off-highway turbochargers during the forecast period.

  • Asia-Pacific to hold its unassailable lead by 2030.
  • Increasing presence of all major turbocharger manufacturers for both products and services.
  • Huge commercial shipbuilding in three countries (China, South Korea, and Japan).
  • Asia-Pacific is expected to maintain a 50% share of global primary energy demand and a 60% share of global carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Key players in the region are Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, BorgWarner Turbo Systems, Cummins Inc., Acelleron (ABB), and MAN Energy Solutions.

Competitive Landscape

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the off-highway turbocharger market -  

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)

  • Accelleron (ABB LTD.)
  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger, Ltd.
  • Cummins Inc.
  • MAN Energy Solutions SE
  • MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH
  • Wabtech Corporation
  • Kompressorenbau Bannewitz GmbH
  • BorgWarner Turbo Systems GmbH

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Recent Developments/Mergers & Acquisitions:

  • In 2020, Imperial and Mitsubishi launched a turbocharger center to develop cleaner engines and more efficient through innovative designs for turbochargers. Detailed research will be carried out to improve engine performance and operation and enable low-carbon engine technology.
  • In 2021, Rolls-Royce and MAN Energy Solutions signed an agreement for a strategic partnership under which MAN's PBST brand will distribute state-of-the-art MTU turbochargers, developed and produced in-house by Rolls-Royce Power Systems, these turbochargers will thus be made available in additional markets.
  • In 2022, Accelleron, formerly known as ABB Turbocharging, and Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) have inked an agreement allowing Accelleron turbochargers to be utilized in UE Engines, one of the top three manufacturers of low-speed marine engines worldwide.
  • In 2022, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd. (MHI-MME) concluded a licensing agreement, giving Mitsui E&S Machinery Co., Ltd. rights to manufacture and sell its MET turbochargers.
  • In 2022, the new TCT axial-turbocharger series from MAN Energy Solutions was licensed by Mitsui E&S Machinery for Mitsui's two-stroke engines. MAN Energy Solutions will provide the new TCT axial-turbocharger series under the terms of the 10-year contract.

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The following are the key features of the report:

  • Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
  • Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
  • Market trend and forecast analysis.
  • Market segment trend and forecast.
  • Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
  • COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
  • Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
  • Emerging trends.
  • Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
  • Key success factors.

Market Study Period

2019-2030

Base Year

2024

Forecast Period

2025-2030

Trend Period

2019-2023

Number of Tables & Figures

>100

Number of Segments Analysed

6 (End-Use Industry Type, Mode of Operation Type, Technology Type, Engine Type, Sales Type, and Region)

Number of Regions Analysed

4 (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Rest of the World)

Countries Analysed

15 (The USA, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Italy, The UK, China, Japan, India, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Rest of Europe, Rest of APAC, and Rest of the World)

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Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 15 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The off-highway turbocharger market is segmented into the following categories. 

By End-Use Industry Type

  • Marine 
  • Energy 
  • Rail 
  • Others 

By Mode of Operation Type

  • Radial Turbocharger
  • Axial Turbocharger 

By Technology Type

  • Single Turbo 
  • Twin Turbo 
  • Electro-Assist Turbo 
  • Variable Geometry Turbo 

By Engine Type

  • Low- & Medium-Speed Engine 
  • High-Speed Engine 

By Sales Type

  • Product 
  • Services 

By Region

  • North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
  • Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
  • Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
  • Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Others)

Research Methodology

  • This strategic assessment report from Stratview Research provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s off-highway turbochargers market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period.
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  • More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
  • We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The turbocharger is a mature device that has been refined over the past century to achieve the right compromise between competing requirements. Efficiency, boost pressure, and range are all crucial requirements, but so are low inertia to combat turbo lag, and low cost for commercial success. Durability and service life are other prerequisites for off-highway applications. Some recent developments in the turbocharger realm include small, high-speed electric machines and solid-state power switching for electrically assisted turbocharging and e-boosting.

Accelleron (ABB LTD.), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger, Ltd., Cummins Inc., MAN Energy Solutions SE, and MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH are the leading players in the off-highway turbochargers market.

Services are expected to be dominant in the market in the coming years. A large fleet of turbochargers paired with its long life (20-30 years) call for consistent services which include overhaul, repair, reconditioning, testing, and installation.

The forecasted value for the market is US$3.3 billion in 2030.

Off-highway turbocharger market size was USD 2.7 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow from USD 2.8 billion in 2025 to USD 3.3 billion in 2030, witnessing an impressive market growth (CAGR) of 2.7%during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market for off-highway turbochargers during the forecast period.

The energy sector’s pivot toward renewable sources has been underway for several years, and the rising electrification trend has opened up new opportunities for turbochargers—particularly in grid balancing applications using internal combustion engines (ICE). Additionally, the growing number of data centers requiring robust emergency power solutions is expected to further drive demand for turbochargers, reinforcing their importance in this evolving energy landscape.