The global Bearings market gathered revenue around USD 118.1 Billion in 2020 and market is set to grow USD 225.9 Billion by the end of 2027 and is estimated to expand at a modest CAGR of 7.45% during the prediction period 2021 to 2027.
Growth Factors:
Bearings are virtually used in every kind of equipment or machinery, ranging from automobile parts, farm equipment, and household appliances to defense and aerospace equipment. This factor is projected to drive the market in near future. There has been a rising demand for bearings with lower maintenance requirements, higher efficiency, and longer service life.
Bearings are essential in almost every application that involves motion, and they help minimize friction between different mechanical components in several industrial machinery and equipment, resulting in reduced energy consumption. Hence, this machine element finds application in all industries, ranging from automobiles, household appliances, and aerospace to industrial machinery, using machinery or related motor-driven linkages.
The market is estimated to witness considerable growth in the forthcoming years, ascribed to the aim to achieve energy efficiency. Energy-saving and bearings go hand-in-hand. The main objective of this element is saving energy by reducing friction, be it during the rotation of shafts of a transmission or the wheel of a vehicle. Additionally, the rising demand for commercial vehicles is expected to catapult the demand from the automotive sector across the world.
Technological advancements including smart bearings, development of advanced materials and lubricants, and integrating sensor units, are anticipated to provide high growth potential to the market. With the objective of enhancing performance, vendors are incorporating sensor units of the product. Sensor units help digital monitoring of rotation speed, axial movement, load-carrying capacity acceleration, and deceleration. These units are presently being used in conveyors forklifts, road rollers, and electric motors. Furthermore, the integration of IoT capabilities facilitates manufacturers to monitor operations constantly.
The market is mature with a dynamic demand closely related to the state of engineering industries and capital goods. Companies are offering integrated products that significantly decrease the number of bearings that go into an assembled product and reduce the overall cost of equipment. This in turn is also increasing the shelf-life and reliability of the product. Product manufacturers are increasingly investing in R&D to address the intensifying competition by providing innovative products.
This research report purposes at stressing the most lucrative growth prospects. The aim of the research report is to provide an inclusive valuation of the Bearings market and it encompasses thoughtful visions, actualities, industry-validated market findings, historic data, and prognoses by means of appropriate set of assumptions and practice. Global Bearings market report aids in comprehending market structure and dynamics by recognizing and scrutinizing the market sectors and predicted the global market outlook.
Report Coverage
Report Scope | Details |
Market Size | USD 225.9 Billion by 2027 |
Growth Rate | CAGR of 7.45% From 2021 to 2027 |
Base Year | 2020 |
Forecast Period | 2021 to 2027 |
Historic Data | 2017 to 2020 |
Report coverage | Growth Factors, Revenue Status, Competitive Landscape, and Future Trends |
Segments Covered | Product, application and Region |
Regional Scope | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa (MEA) |
Companies Mentioned | Brammer PLC; Harbin Bearing Manufacturing Co., Ltd.; HKT Bearings Ltd.; JTEKT Corporation; NBI Bearings Europe; NSK Global; NTN Corporation; RBC Bearings Inc.; Rexnord Corporation; RHP Bearings; Schaeffler Group; SKF Corporation; The Timken Company. |
COVID-19 Impact Assessment on Market Landscape
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Bearings market Report empowers readers with all-inclusive market intelligence and offers a granular outline of the market they are operational in. Further this research study delivers exceptional combination of tangible perceptions and qualitative scrutiny to aid companies accomplishes sustainable growth. This report employs industry-leading research practices and tools to assemble all-inclusive market studies, intermingled with pertinent data. Additionally, this report also emphases on the competitive examination of crucial players by analyzing their product portfolio, pricing, gross margins, financial position, growth approaches, and regional occurrence.
Regional analysis:
Asia Pacific dominated the bearings market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 39.6% in 2020. The region is projected to observe the fastest growth in terms of revenue, accounting for over USD 95.0 billion by 2027. China is one of the major markets, and the sale in the country is expected to catapult over the foreseeable years stimulated by the rapid expansion of machinery and motor vehicle production coupled with a strong aftermarket for industrial equipment and motor vehicle repair. Moreover, the robust construction and mining equipment market in India is estimated to facilitate growth through 2027.
In Europe, the market is anticipated to witness favorable growth during the forecast period, owing to sustainable economic growth and increased investment. Furthermore, in the mature markets of the U.S., Western Europe, and Japan, the demand is driven by the rebounding productions of motor vehicles and a healthy fixed investment environment. Increased sales of high-value bearings, such as large-diameter, custom-built bearings used in heavy machinery, and wind turbines are also expected to drive the market in North America. In Middle East and Africa, the rapid development of city infrastructures is positively influencing the overall growth.
Competitive Rivalry
Foremost players in the market are attentive on adopting corporation strategies to enhance their market share. Some of the prominent tactics undertaken by leading market participants in order to sustain the fierce market completion include collaborations, acquisitions, substantial spending in R&D and the improvement of new-fangled products or reforms among others.
Major manufacturers & their revenues, percentage splits, market shares, growth rates and breakdowns of the product markets are determined through secondary sources and verified through the primary sources.
Some of the prominent players in the Bearings Market include: Brammer PLC; Harbin Bearing Manufacturing Co., Ltd.; HKT Bearings Ltd.; JTEKT Corporation; NBI Bearings Europe; NSK Global; NTN Corporation; RBC Bearings Inc.; Rexnord Corporation; RHP Bearings; Schaeffler Group; SKF Corporation; The Timken Company
Segments Covered in the Report
This research report offers market revenue, sales volume, production assessment and prognoses by classifying it on the basis of various aspects. Further, this research study investigates market size, production, consumption and its development trends at global, regional, and country level for the period of 2017 to 2027 and covers subsequent region in its scope:
By Geography
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Highlights of the Report:
Research Methodology
In the study, a unique research methodology is utilized to conduct extensive research on the growth of the Bearings market, and reach conclusions on the future growth parameters of the market. This research methodology is a combination of primary and secondary research, which helps analysts ensure the accuracy and reliability of the conclusions.
Secondary resources referred to by analysts during the production of the Bearings market study are as follows - statistics from government organizations, trade journals, white papers, and internal and external proprietary databases. Analysts have also interviewed senior managers, product portfolio managers, CEOs, VPs, marketing/product managers, and market intelligence managers, all of whom have contributed to the development of this report as a primary resource.
Comprehensive information acquired from primary and secondary resources acts as a validation from companies in the market, and makes the projections on the growth prospects of the Bearings markets more accurate and reliable.
Secondary Research
It involves company databases such as Hoover's: This assists us recognize financial information, structure of the market participants and industry competitive landscape.
The secondary research sources referred in the process are as follows:
Primary Research
Primary research includes face-to face interviews, online surveys, and telephonic interviews.
Industry participants involved in this research study include:
Key Points Covered in Bearings Market Study: