Ship-to-shore Cranes Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends And Forecast (2024 - 2031)

By Product;

High Profile Cranes and Low Profile Cranes

By Power Supply;

Diesel, Electric and Hybrid

By Outreach;

Upto 40m , 40m to 49m , 50m to 60m and Greater Than 60m

By Lifting Capacity;

Panamax STS Cranes , Post Panamax STS Cranes and Super-Post Panamax STS Cranes

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn104924493 Published Date: December, 2025 Updated Date: February, 2026

Ship-To-shore Cranes Market Overview

Ship-To-shore Cranes Market (USD Million)

Ship-To-Shore Cranes Market was valued at USD 1,326.43 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 1,769.12 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.2%.


Ship-to-shore Cranes Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends And Forecast (2024 - 2031)

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 4.2 %


Study Period2026 - 2032
Base Year2025
CAGR (%)4.2 %
Market Size (2025)USD 1,326.43 Million
Market Size (2032)USD 1,769.12 Million
Market ConcentrationHigh
Report Pages304
1,326.43
2025
1,769.12
2032

Major Players

  • Kalmar
  • Konecranes
  • Kranunion GmbH
  • Liebherr-International AG
  • ZPMC
  • Shanghai Electric
  • Cargotec Corporation (Kalmar)
  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
  • Anupam Industries Limited
  • Wison Group
*Competitors List Not Exhaustive

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Ship-to-shore Cranes Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends And Forecast (2024 - 2031)

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


Ship-to-shore Cranes Market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for advanced port handling solutions. Over 70% of port operators are investing in ship-to-shore cranes to improve cargo loading and unloading efficiency, reduce operational downtime, and handle larger vessels with greater precision. These cranes are critical for optimizing port operations and boosting throughput.

Technological Advancements in Crane Automation
Continuous innovations in automation technologies and smart control systems are reshaping the market. Nearly 60% of crane manufacturers are adopting automated ship-to-shore cranes with remote control systems, AI integration, and predictive maintenance capabilities. These advancements are improving the speed and precision of operations, while minimizing human errors and enhancing safety.

Expanding Applications in Port Infrastructure
The adoption of ship-to-shore cranes is growing rapidly in large container ports, with approximately 65% of terminals integrating these cranes for their efficient cargo handling and space optimization capabilities. Their ability to handle heavy containerized cargo and work seamlessly with automated storage systems makes them an essential part of modern port infrastructure.

Focus on Cost Efficiency and Performance Optimization
Manufacturers are focusing on cost-effective crane solutions that offer high performance while minimizing maintenance costs. Nearly 62% of port operators are looking for reliable, durable cranes that provide long-term value and are low-maintenance. This growing focus on performance optimization and cost reduction is shaping market trends and accelerating innovation in the crane industry.

  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 Power Supply
    3. Market Snapshot, By Outreach
    4. Market Snapshot, By Lifting Capacity
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Ship-To-Shore Cranes Market Forces
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Global Trade Volumes
        2. Expansion of Container Shipping Industry
        3. Port Infrastructure Development
      2. Restraints
        1. High Initial Investment Costs
        2. Environmental Regulations
        3. Competition from Alternative Handling Technologies
      3. Opportunities
        1. Growth in Mega-Container Terminals
        2. Technological Advancements
        3. Emerging Markets Expansion
    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. Ship-to-shore Cranes Market, By Product, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. High Profile Cranes
      2. Low Profile Cranes
    2. Ship-to-shore Cranes Market, By Power Supply, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Diesel
      2. Electric
      3. Hybrid
    3. Ship-to-shore Cranes Market, By Outreach, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Upto 40m
      2. 40m to 49m
      3. 50m to 60m
    4. Ship-to-Shore (STS) Cranes Market, By Lifting Capacity 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Panamax STS Cranes
      2. Post Panamax STS Cranes
      3. Super-Post Panamax STS Cranes
    5. Ship-To-Shore Cranes 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. Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
      2. Liebherr-International AG
      3. Konecranes plc
      4. SANY Group Co. Ltd.
      5. Hyundai Samho
      6. Anupam Industries Limited
      7. PACECO Corporation
      8. Kalmar
      9. Wison Group
      10. MacGregor
      11. Terex Corporation
      12. Noell Crane Systems
      13. Kranunion GmbH
      14. TTS Group ASA
      15. Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market