Reciprocating Power Generating Engine Market Report 2025

This Reciprocating Power Generating Engine report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The reciprocating power generating engine market size has grown marginally in recent years. It will grow from $52.92 billion in 2024 to $53.55 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrialization and the need for mechanical power, advancements in internal combustion engine technology, growth in the automotive and transportation sector, demand for reliable backup and auxiliary power, expansion of electrical generation and power plants.

The reciprocating power generating engine market size is expected to see marginal growth in the next few years. It will grow to $56.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to customized reciprocating engines for specific applications, integration of hybrid and electric power solutions, sustainable and eco-friendly engine designs, expansion in distributed energy generation, adoption of reciprocating engines in microgrids. Major trends in the forecast period include advanced combustion and emissions control technology, regulatory compliance in engine emissions and safety, smart and connected reciprocating engines, personalized power generation solutions, transparency in engine fuel sourcing and efficiency.

The rising demand for electricity in the commercial and industrial sectors is a significant factor driving the growth of the reciprocating power generating engine market. Electricity is essential for various applications, including lighting in manufacturing and other industries. The growth in electricity usage, fueled by the expansion of cogeneration plants, increased private consumption, and the rise of small industries, serves as the primary catalyst for this market's expansion. For example, in July 2024, the International Energy Agency, a France-based government organization focused on energy, projected that global electricity demand would rise by approximately 4% in 2024, compared to 2.5% in 2023. As a result, the increasing electricity demand in commercial and industrial sectors is anticipated to create opportunities for various players in the reciprocating power-generating engines market.

The escalating global demand for energy and its consumption is anticipated to be a driving force behind the reciprocating power generating engine market's growth. With countries worldwide striving to meet expanding energy needs, reciprocating engines are gaining prominence due to their efficiency, reliability, and adaptability across various applications, particularly in power generation. These engines are well-suited for providing a reliable source of electricity, particularly in remote or off-grid areas where a consistent power supply is vital. For instance, a report from the Energy Institute (EI) in June 2023 highlighted a 1% increase in total primary energy consumption in 2022, reaching approximately 3% above the pre-COVID level in 2019. Concurrently, global electricity generation experienced a 2.3% increase during the same period. Thus, the upward trajectory of energy demand and consumption has driven the reciprocating power generating engine market's growth.

A prominent trend in the reciprocating power generation engine market is the strategic collaboration between companies. Manufacturers of reciprocating power generating engines are increasingly engaging in collaborations to foster the development of new technologies and products. For example, in January 2022, WEC Energy Group and Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) joined forces for research and development in electricity generation, distribution, and utilization, culminating in a hydrogen blending pilot project at a reciprocating engine. This collaboration underscores the evolving nature of reciprocating engines and their evolving role in the energy sector.

Major companies operating in the reciprocating power generation engine market are dedicated to developing innovative products that offer efficient and environmentally friendly electricity generation solutions across diverse applications, ranging from residential to industrial. In August 2022, Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited (KOEL) launched the Gas-Fired Generator Range, equipped with IoT-enabled features for remote monitoring, lower emissions, and reduced noise levels, catering to a variety of environmental conditions.

In August 2022, Baker Hughes Company acquired Brush Group, enhancing its turbomachinery portfolio and capabilities in decarbonization solutions. Brush Group, a UK-based manufacturer of electrical generators, including reciprocating power generation engines, became part of Baker Hughes Company through this acquisition.

Major companies operating in the reciprocating power generating engine market include Rolls-Royce Limited, Mitsubishi Motors North America Inc., MAN Energy Solutions SE, Kohler Co., Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited., Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Deere & Company., Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Caterpillar Inc., Cummins Inc., Deutz AG, Escorts Kubota Limited., Siemens Energy AG, Wärtsilä Oyj Abp, Yanmar Co. Ltd., J C Bamford Excavators Ltd., General Electric Company, Motorenfabrik Hatz GmbH & Co. KG, Perkins Engines Company Limited, MTU Onsite Energy Corp., Doosan Engine Co. Ltd., HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., INNIO Jenbacher GmbH & Co., Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH, Cooper Corporation., Mahindra & Mahindra Limited.

North America was the largest region in the reciprocating power generation engine market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the reciprocating power generation engine market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the reciprocating power generation engines market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the reciprocating power generating engine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

Reciprocating power generation engines are engines that generate heat and utilize one or more pistons to convert pressure into rotary motion. These engines operate by harnessing the expansion of gases to produce power.

The primary types of fuel used in reciprocating power generating engines include gas-fired, diesel-fired, dual fuel, and others. Gas-fired reciprocating power generating engines are employed as fuel for igniting the fire within the engines. While these engines have lower efficiency compared to diesel-fired ones due to their very low compression rates, they offer advantages such as lower initial costs and significant heat recovery potential. Reciprocating power generating engines are categorized by rated power into below 2MW, 2MW-5MW, and above 5MW. These engines find applications in various sectors, including industrial, combined heat and power (CHP), energy and utility, landfill and biogas, among others.

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The reciprocating power generation engines market consists of sales of crankshaft, exhaust camshaft, intake camshaft, piston. 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.

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