According to a recent report by Future Market Insights (FMI), the Europe trolley bus market size is estimated to stand at USD 999.1 million by 2033. Over the forecast period, the market is assessed to trail at a CAGR of 2.7%. In 2023, the market is expected to reach USD 765.4 million.
Demand Influx for Trolley Bus to be Driven by:
Acceptance of In-motion Charging (IMC) Technology and Other New Trends
Environmental regulation norms and an increase in traffic congestion in Europe are pushing the sales of trolley buses substantially. As trolley buses don’t require huge batteries henceforth, they would be the ideal choice over electric buses. Demand for in-motion charging vehicles has increased tremendously in recent years. Low cost, less energy consumption, robust technology, and other benefits are pushing the market growth.
In general, expenditures in public transportation are combined with policies aimed at reducing the use of private automobiles, particularly in metropolitan areas. This is mostly accomplished through reforms and car-free zones in city centres. This tendency has been seen prior to the pandemic, particularly in capital cities and other large metropolitan areas. The recovery approach appears to be in line with previously implemented regional and national strategies. For example, in France, the Climate and Resilience Bill proposes to create and expand low-emission zones in cities, but in Spain, a reform initiative aims to minimize the use of traditional private automobiles.
Over the last couple of years, manufacturers are mainly focusing on manufacturing electric trolley buses that can only operate with continuous electric power. Conventional trolley buses cannot operate while taking a turn on narrow a street. For this, prominent manufacturers invented a dual-fuel-operated trolleybus system, which is highly efficient as compared to the conventional trolleybus. Focus on public transport in the urban context to replace individual cars and develop cycling infrastructure is expected to propel market development.
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Rising concern towards smart city and proposed investments for emission-less passenger transit buses are expected to create opportunities. In every country, the government focuses on making the city smart by using latest technologies. London, Paris, and Berlin, among others, are considered the smart cities of Europe. Governments are proposing several electric vehicle projects to come out of dependency on fossils fuel. This is expected to reduce the emission level of gases such as NOx, in these cities.
According to the statistics of WIT Press, diesel-operated buses emit nearly 18.6 gm NOx per kilometer while trolley buses emit only 1.2 gm NOx per kilometer. Therefore, the adoption of trolley buses can be considered a smart move to create an emission environment. Prominent market players are collaborating with small players to purchase small components or parts of the trolleybus. As a result, creating adequate market opportunities in the forecast period. European governments are also funding innovative transport projects in model cities. Thus, promoting bus fleets to reduce traffic congestion.
Upcoming projects for trolleybuses are the backbone of the market. European governments are consistently investing in motion-charging bus infrastructure boosting the Europe trolley bus market. Research and development activities in the dual powered segment are expected to create progressive changes in the market in the forecast period.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Historical Year Value (2017) | USD 654 million |
| Base Year Value (2022A) | USD 743.9 million |
| Estimated Year Value (2023E) | USD 765.4 million |
| Projected Year Value (2033F) | USD 999.1 million |
| Value CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 2.7% |
Public transport is growing substantially nowadays in Europe owing to the growing concerns over pollution and traffic congestion. Europe's trolley bus market has grown with a CAGR of 2.6% during the historic period of 2017 to 2022. This growth is expected to perceive optimistic changes in the forecast period owing to the growing demand.
Europe trolley bus market is expected to reach USD 999.1 million by 2033. End consumers are inclined towards less greenhouse gas emission solutions owing to the rising concern over environmental warming. End users are giving preference to low noise and low emission transport solutions. Trolley buses have no emissions and less operational noise. Additionally, the stringent laws for the emission reduction of harmful gases in Europe, are estimated to create the demand for trolley buses.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 2017 to 2022 Historical CAGR | 2.6% |
| 2023 to 2033 Forecast CAGR | 2.7% |
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| Country | Attribute |
|---|---|
| Germany | 6% Market Share |
| The United Kingdom | 2% CAGR |
Italy is expected to hold great potential over the forecast period. The country is also projected to contribute extensively in the European market growth. A well-developed public transport infrastructure in Italy pushes the Europe trolley bus market considerably. An increase in population and urbanization in Italy is expected to drive the market.
In Western Europe, Italy has the most cities with trolleybus networks, and the number is growing day by day. This is expected to push the Europe trolley bus market.
France is one of the promising growth countries in the Europe region in terms of GDP growth, population, urbanization, and others. It is estimated that France is expected to grow with a significant CAGR in the forecast period, holding more than one-tenth of the market share in the Europe trolley bus market. High demand for public transport from this country is expected to have an optimistic impact on the market.
Increasing pollution from private transport vehicles and strict environmental regulation norms in Europe may push the market. Trolley buses are the best alternative to fully electric buses and rising electric bus prices are expected to propel the France trolley bus market.
Domestic manufacturers in Ukraine are also boosting the trolley bus market by fulfilling the demands of trolley buses in the country. The shaping of Ukraine's trolley bus market is not exclusively limited to the domestic manufacturer’s availability. It is also supported by the growth in public transit infrastructure. According to the state statistics of Ukraine for passengers in urban electric transport in Ukraine, the number of passengers traveling per million by trolleybus hold more than 40% of the share compared with tramway and metros.
Ukraine is expected to grow at a considerable CAGR in the forecast period owing to the above-explained primary supporting trends and drivers.
Investments in trolley buses and new projects are expected to increase in various European countries. Countries including France, Switzerland, Italy, Czech Republic, and Poland have relatively more diffused trolleybus networks. Many renewable plans are also underway. In addition to this, Berlin is planning on investing on this technology. All these developments in the market are projected to push market growth. Adoption of trolley buses is forecast to help transform energy in city public transport.
Here’s some developments taking place in European countries:
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Gist | Iveco is the dominant trolley bus player in France |
| News | In addition to Iveco, Solaris, a Polish producer, is also establishing itself in France. The company made its debut in January 2019 by ordering 22 Trollino 12-meter for Saint Etienne. These vehicles are expected to be equipped with 40 kWh battery and Skoda drive system. The total worth of the contract is around 17 million euros. |
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Gist | Berlin contemplating the introduction of trolleybus-based solution |
| News | In February, 2020, BVG Berlin revealed its plan of acquiring trolleybus-based solution in Berlin’s Spandau district. This network is expected to be catered by bi-articulated vehicles, outfitted with in-motion charging technology. This plan is in sync with the company’s goal of electrifying bus fleet by 2030. |
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Gist | Trolley buses to not go out of fashion |
| News | In Milan, the trolley buses are bound to have a crucial role. This can be witnessed by the new plans developed by municipal operator ATM. The municipal authorities have set a goal to achieve zero emissions from public transport fleet by 2030. |
| Top Segment | Market Share |
|---|---|
| Dual Powered (Electric + Battery) | 78.4% |
| Local Commute Transportation | 76.1% |
The dual powered (electric + battery) segment is expected to grow at 3.1% CAGR by value during the period of 2023 to 2033. The segment is expected to hold 78.4% market share by 2033. The surge in the electric vehicle segment in the Europe region is anticipated to drive the Europe trolley bus market.
Inclusion of dual powered trolley buses is expected to increase urban transport. Research and development activities for increasing the performance of dual powered trolley buses is expected to boost trolley bus consumption in upcoming years.
More than three-fifths of the Europe trolley bus market share is contributed by the local commute transportation segment. Y-O-Y growth of the local commute transportation segment was 3.1% in 2021. The local commute transportation segment is anticipated to create an absolute dollar opportunity of around USD 136.4 million during the period of 2023 to 2033. The segment is expected to attain 76.1% of the overall market share.
These buses are primarily used for public transport purposes. The increasing population in Europe region is pushing the sales of trolley buses unexpectedly. As an option for trolley bus over the use of private cars by the public in Europe for minimizing pollution anticipated to propel the Europe trolley bus market.
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Over the past few years, an increment in the number of acquisitions and expansion activities has been witnessed to improve the supply of trolley buses. Several key players are also focusing on improving the efficiency of the brake systems. The emergence of various manufacturers had also been witnessed in the regional business.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD million for value and units for volume |
| Key Region Covered | Europe |
| Key Countries Covered | Russia, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, France, Greece, Nordic, BENELUX, Ukraine, Romania, and the Rest of Europe. |
| Key Segments Covered | Bus Type, Technology, Application, and Country |
| Key Companies Profiled | Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A.; OJSC Holding Managing Company Belkommunmash; ŠKODA Transportation a.s.; Kiepe Electric GmbH; Carrosserie Hess AG; Bohdan Motors JSC |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities and Threats Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives |
| Customization & Pricing | Available upon Request |
The market is valued at USD 765.4 million in 2023.
Bohdan Motors and Kiepe Electric GmbH are the key Europe trolley bus market players.
The dual-power is likely to remain preferred through 2033.
Players opt for product expansion.
The market recorded a CAGR of 2.6% from 2018 to 2022.
1. Executive Summary | Europe Trolley Bus Market 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Bus Size 5.1. 12 Meters 5.2. 18 Meters 6. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application 6.1. Public Transport 6.2. Commuter 6.3. Tourism 6.4. Others 7. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Technology 7.1. Pure Electric 7.2. Dual Powered 8. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 8.1. Europe 9. Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Key Countries Trolley Bus Market Analysis 11. Market Structure Analysis 12. Competition Analysis 12.1. Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A. 12.2. OJSC Holding Managing Company Belkommunmash 12.3. ŠKODA Transportation a.s. 12.4. Kiepe Electric GmbH 12.5. Carrosserie Hess AG 12.6. Bohdan Motors JSC 12.7. Astra Bus 12.8. Hometown Trolly 12.9. Molly Corporation 12.10. Viseon Bus GmbH 13. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 14. Research Methodology
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