Train Seat Market Report 2026

The train seat market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.91 billion in 2025 to $2.02 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of urban rail transit networks, increasing investment in passenger rail infrastructure, growth of long-distance train travel, standardization of seating safety norms, availability of mass-produced rail seating systems.

The train seat market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.56 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing development of high-speed rail corridors, rising demand for premium passenger amenities, expansion of metro and light rail systems, growing focus on sustainable interior materials, increasing replacement of legacy train seating. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for ergonomic and comfort-oriented seating designs, rising adoption of lightweight and durable seat materials, growing integration of power and connectivity features, expansion of modular and space-optimized seating systems, enhanced focus on passenger experience differentiation.

The rising expenditure on rail infrastructure is expected to propel the growth of the train seat market going forward. Rail infrastructure refers to the structural components and technical systems that support railway operations, including tracks, stations, signaling systems, and auxiliary facilities. The demand for train seats has increased due to higher spending on rail infrastructure to upgrade and modernize existing networks, prioritizing passenger comfort and amenities, which requires better and more comfortable seating options. For instance, in January 2025, according to the State Council Information Office of The People’s Republic of China, a China-based government agency, China Railway announced that fixed-asset investment in the country's railway sector is expected to reach 590 billion yuan (approximately 82.08 billion U.S. dollars) in 2025. Around 2,600 km of new rail tracks are projected to become operational within the year. The total operating mileage of China's railway network is anticipated to increase from 162,000 km at the end of 2024 to 180,000 km by 2030. Therefore, the rising expenditure on rail infrastructure is driving the train seat market.

Major companies operating in the train seat market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as predictive seat availability and sold-out alert platforms, to meet the rising demand for convenient and timely train ticket booking. Predictive seat availability and sold-out alert platforms are digital tools that use historical booking data and real-time demand signals to forecast when train seats are likely to become unavailable, helping travellers book on time, reduce the risk of missing seats, and plan their journeys more efficiently. For instance, in June 2025, MakeMyTrip, an India-based online travel company, launched the Seat Availability Forecast and Sold-Out Alerts feature, an innovative service designed to help users track train seat status and receive timely notifications before tickets are sold out. This service integrates advanced predictive models that analyze years of historical data alongside real-time booking trends, providing actionable insights for travellers seeking confirmed seats. Users benefit from improved booking accuracy, reduced last-minute uncertainty, and enhanced planning for peak travel seasons. The platform is accessible via both the MakeMyTrip app and website, ensuring broad usability across devices.

In February 2024, Artex AB, a Sweden-based manufacturing company specializing in large-scale textile projects for public spaces, public transportation, and the automotive industry, acquired JP Train A/S for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Artex AB aims to broaden its expertise in train interior refurbishment and strengthen its market presence in Denmark. JP Train A/S is a Denmark-based company that specializes in the disassembly, renovation, and assembly of train interiors, with strong logistical expertise in public transportation.

Major companies operating in the train seat market are Freedman Seating Company, Seats Incorporated, Kustom Seating Unlimited Inc., Lazzerini Srl, McConnell Seats, Brusa Seating, Compin-Fainsa, Rescroft Ltd., FISA Fabbrica Italiana Sedili Autoferroviari Srl, Quantum Seating Ltd., Shanghai Tanda Railway Vehicle Seat System Co Ltd., Rojac Urethane Limited, Hickory Springs Manufacturing, Baultar Concept Inc., Franz Kiel GmbH, Faurecia SE, Magna International Inc., Technical Metal Specialties Inc., GRAMMER AG, PowerRail, KTK Group, Fenix Group LLC.

Europe was the largest region in the train seat market in 2025. The regions covered in the train seat market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the train seat market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The train seat market consists of sales of seat covers, rotatable seat seat and cushions. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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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