Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Transport Market

By Product Type;

MRI Transport Systems and MRI Transport Accessories

By Transportation Mode;

Road, Air, Rail, and Sea

By Application;

Hospitals, Diagnostic Centers, and Ambulatory Surgical Centers

By End User;

Healthcare Providers, Medical Equipment Manufacturers, and Research Institutes

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn159061307 Published Date: August, 2025

MRI Transport Market Overview

MRI Transport Market (USD Million)

MRI Transport Market was valued at USD 2,613.72 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 3,901.60 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.9%.


Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Transport Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.9 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.9 %
Market Size (2024)USD 2,613.72 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 3,901.60 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages370
2,613.72
2024
3,901.60
2031

Major Players

  • Biodex
  • Newmatic Medical
  • Magmedix
  • Stryker
  • Alstom

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Transport Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The MRI Transport Market is growing as over 60% of healthcare facilities implement dedicated transportation equipment designed to operate safely within MRI zones. Collaboration between clinical teams and manufacturers is enhancing design reliability and patient safety. Key strategies include non-magnetic wheel systems, cushioned transfer platforms, and interference-free materials to ensure compliant patient movement.

Cutting-Edge Design Improves Transport Functionality
More than 55% of new MRI-stable transport units feature technological innovations like carbon composite frames, sensor-guided braking, and vibration isolation. These upgrades reduce image artifacts while enhancing ergonomics and ease of use. Ongoing innovation in foldable designs, height-adjustable decks, and portable ramp integration supports broader expansion into outpatient and mobile imaging setups.

Collaborative Procurement Secures Reliable Adoption
Nearly 65% of transport acquisitions now involve formal partnerships between radiology departments, equipment vendors, and safety auditors. These collaborative research efforts yield transport systems validated under real-world usage and compliance testing. Such alignment assures consistent performance and supports institutional growth in patient mobility infrastructure.

Smart Transport Analytics Enhance Workflow Coordination
Close to 62% of MRI transport systems now leverage data-driven personalization via RFID tracking, positioning alerts, and scan scheduling synchronization. These features streamline patient flow, reduce delays, and promote staff efficiency. Integrated analytics empower growth by enabling predictive transport management and optimized MRI readiness.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Transport Mode
    3. Market Snapshot, By Application
    4. Market Snapshot, By End User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. MRI Transport Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing healthcare spending
        2. Rising demand globally
        3. Growing geriatric population
        4. Improving diagnostic capabilities
        5. Rising prevalence of chronic diseases
      2. Restraints
        1. Regulatory hurdles
        2. Concerns regarding safety
        3. Competition from alternative imaging modalities
        4. Maintenance costs
        5. Lack of skilled professionals
      3. Opportunities
        1. Integration of AI
        2. Demand for mobile MRI units
        3. Telemedicine adoption
        4. Focus on patient comfort
        5. Partnerships and collaborations
    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. MRI Transport Market, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. MRI Transport Systems
      2. MRI Transport Accessories
    2. MRI Transport Market, By Transport Market Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. MRI Wheelchairs
      2. MRI Stretchers
      3. MRI Walkers
      4. MRI Patient Transfer Systems
    3. MRI Transport Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals
      2. Diagnostic Centers
      3. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
    4. MRI Transport Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Healthcare Providers
      2. Medical Equipment Manufacturers
      3. Research Institutes
    5. MRI Transport 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. Biodex
      2. Newmatic Medical
      3. Magmedix
      4. Stryker
      5. Alstom
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market