Global Air Handling Unit Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Type;

Packaged, Modular, Custom, Dx Integrated, Low Profile (Ceiling), and Rooftop Mounted

By Capacity;

iU5000 m3/h, 5001-15000 m3/h, 15001-30000 m3/h, 30001-50000 m3/h, and iY50001 m3/h

By Placement;

Outdoor and Indoor

By Application;

Commercial and Residential

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn608059488 Published Date: May, 2025 Updated Date: July, 2025

Air Handling Unit Market Overview

Air Handling Unit Market (USD Million)

Air Handling Unit Market was valued at USD 15,413.44 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 23,952.27 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.5%.


Global Air Handling Unit Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.5 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.5 %
Market Size (2024)USD 15,413.44 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 23,952.27 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages327
15,413.44
2024
23,952.27
2031

Major Players

  • Daikin Industries, Ltd.
  • Carrier Corporation
  • Trane Inc.
  • Johnson Controls, Inc.
  • GEA Group AG
  • Systemair AB
  • Flakt Woods Group
  • Ciat Group
  • Trox GmbH
  • Lennox International Inc.

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Air Handling Unit Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Air Handling Unit (AHU) Market is experiencing notable growth due to increasing emphasis on improving indoor air quality and optimizing energy usage. As building occupants and facility managers prioritize air hygiene, over 55% of commercial ventilation system upgrades now include AHU enhancements. This reflects the growing role of centralized air control systems in modern building designs.

Smart Integration Driving Demand
Modern AHUs are evolving rapidly to match the needs of smart infrastructure. More than 40% of the latest AHUs are now designed with IoT connectivity, enabling integration with automated building control systems. These innovations support real-time performance tracking, help reduce maintenance disruptions, and contribute to intelligent energy management.

Critical Role in Medical and Sterile Environments
AHUs are becoming increasingly vital in settings like pharmaceutical production and hospital facilities, where air purification and environmental stability are crucial. Approximately 35% of AHUs are used in sectors that demand stringent air filtration, humidity control, and temperature consistency, encouraging the use of specialized air handling solutions tailored for such environments.

Innovative Modular Systems Expanding Applications
Recent developments in component design and modular AHU systems are boosting flexibility and efficiency. Presently, around 38% of units being introduced feature modular assemblies, making them suitable for diverse use cases and easy to scale. These innovations support faster deployment, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce installation costs.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Capacity
    3. Market Snapshot, By Placement
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Air Handling Unit Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Urbanization and Infrastructure Development
        2. Stringent Regulations on Indoor Air Quality
        3. Demand for Energy-efficient HVAC Solutions
      2. Restraints
        1. High Initial Costs of AHU Installation
        2. Maintenance and Operational Challenges
        3. Competition from Alternative HVAC Technologies
      3. Opportunities
        1. Retrofitting Existing Buildings with Energy-efficient AHUs
        2. Rising infrastructure development
        3. Integration of Smart and Connected HVAC Systems
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Air Handling Unit Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Packaged
      2. Modular
      3. Custom
      4. Dx Integrated
      5. Low Profile (Ceiling)
      6. Rooftop Mounted
    2. Air Handling Unit Market, By Capacity, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. iU5000 m3/h
      2. 5001-15000 m3/h
      3. 15001-30000 m3/h
      4. 30001-50000 m3/h
      5. iY50001 m3/h
    3. Air Handling Unit Market, By Placement, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Outdoor
      2. Indoor
    4. Air Handling Unit Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Commercial
      2. Residential
    5. Air Handling Unit Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN(Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Daikin Industries, Ltd.
      2. Carrier Corporation
      3. Trane Inc.
      4. Johnson Controls, Inc.
      5. GEA Group AG
      6. Systemair AB
      7. Flakt Woods Group
      8. Ciat Group
      9. Trox GmbH
      10. Lennox International Inc.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market