Dredging Global Market Report 2024

The global dredging market has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $12.49 billion in 2023 to $12.96 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to factors such as early port development, coastal protection initiatives, canal construction, mining and material extraction activities, and river and waterway maintenance projects.

The global dredging market is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.18 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government infrastructure spending, investments in tourism and recreation, remediation and waste management initiatives, expansion of trade routes, and participation in global infrastructure projects. Major trends in the forecast period encompass port expansion and maintenance, coastal protection and climate change mitigation efforts, infrastructure development projects, and initiatives related to river restoration and flood management.

The dredging market is poised for growth, primarily propelled by the escalating trend of increasing sea-borne trade. Seaborne trade, involving the transportation of goods through navigable water routes and ports, benefits significantly from dredging activities. Dredging plays a crucial role in expanding existing ports, maintaining waterways, and constructing new ports. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) reported that Asian ports received a substantial 7.1 billion tons of commodities in 2021, accounting for 64% of global discharge. This substantial contribution underscores the pivotal role of dredging in facilitating the growth of sea-borne trade and subsequently driving the dredging market.

The dredging market is set for robust growth due to the increasing demand in the oil and gas industries. As these industries engage in exploration, extraction, refining, and transportation activities, there is a growing need for dredging services. Dredging proves vital in maintaining navigable waterways, constructing and managing offshore infrastructure, and ensuring efficient transportation of goods. With the U.S. Energy Information Administration projecting an increase in crude oil output to 12.4 million b/d in 2023 and a record-high natural gas consumption of 86.6 Bcf/d in 2022, the expanding activities in the oil and gas sector contribute significantly to the burgeoning demand in the dredging market.

Product innovation emerges as a key trend in the dredging market, with major companies prioritizing the development of cutting-edge solutions to fortify their market positions. Damen Shipyards, a notable player, introduced a new Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) series, ranging from 800 m³ to 5,000 m³. This series is distinguished by its operational efficiency, ease of maintenance, and customization options tailored to specific dredging operations. Innovative product offerings such as these showcase the industry's commitment to advancing technology and addressing the evolving needs of dredging operations.

Major companies in the dredging market are strategically concentrating on product launches, with a specific focus on dredging pumps to drive market revenues. Dredging pumps, specialized for removing sediments, debris, and materials from bodies of water, play a critical role in dredging operations. Jiangsu River Heavy Industry Co. Ltd., a China-based company, recently launched a dredging pump equipped with innovative technology. The pump, designed with wear-resistant parts and an efficient impeller, facilitates faster and easier operations in areas with varying water depths. The straightforward setup ensures quick maintenance, minimizing downtime for repairs or replacements compared to other models, thereby positioning dredging pumps as key contributors to market growth.

In January 2021, Encore Dredging Partners, a specialized US-based firm offering dredging and marine infrastructure services, successfully completed the acquisition of Inland Dredging Company, LLC, for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move positions Encore as a growth-oriented platform, well-positioned for the continued expansion of its dredging and marine infrastructure services across the United States. Inland Dredging Company, LLC is a recognized US-based entity specializing in dredging services.

Major companies operating in the dredging market report are Royal Boskalis Westminster NV, Van Oord NV, Dredging Environmental and Marine Engineering NV, Jan De Nul NV, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation, National Marine Dredging Company, Hyundai Engineering and Construction Co. Ltd., Penta-Ocean Construction Co. Ltd., TOA Corporation, Weeks Marine Inc., Harbour Engineering Company Ltd., Cottrell Contracting Corporation, Amrut Dredging and Shipping Ltd., Cashman Dredging Inc., Callan Marine Ltd., China Communications Construction Company Limited, China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd., Manson Construction Co., Orion Marine Group, CCCC Dredging Company Ltd., Gulf Cobla LLC, J.F. Brennan Company Inc., Dredging Corporation of India Limited, Boskalis Westminster LLC, Great Lakes Dock and Materials LLC, Royal IHC, Dredging International NV, Dredging and Maritime Management SA, Heinrich Hirdes GmbH, International Seaport Dredging Private Ltd., Irish Dredging Company Ltd., Middle East Dredging Company, Mijnster Zand- en Grinthandel BV, Mordraga LLC, and Royal Smals BV.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the dredging market share in 2023. The regions covered in the dredging market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the dredging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary methods of dredging include dipper, water injection, pneumatic, bed leveler, and others. Dipper dredging involves excavating material from the water bottom using a bucket or dipper. This dredging method finds applications in various sectors, including trade activity, trade maintenance, energy infrastructure, urban development, coastal protection, and leisure. Different end-users, such as oil and gas companies, mining companies, renewable energy companies, and others, utilize dipper dredging for their specific needs.

This report provides dredging market statistics, including the dredging industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with a dredging market share, detailed dredging market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the dredging industry. This dredging market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The dredging market includes revenues earned by entities through dredging services such as capital dredging, maintenance dredging, and inland water dredging. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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