Modular Trailer Market Report 2026

The modular trailer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.15 billion in 2025 to $8.61 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in large scale infrastructure projects, expansion of mining operations, increase in heavy equipment transportation needs, development of wind energy installations, demand for oversized cargo logistics.

The modular trailer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.54 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising investment in renewable energy projects, growth in cross border heavy cargo transportation, increasing urban infrastructure development, demand for efficient logistics of oversized equipment, advancements in trailer steering and suspension systems. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for heavy load transportation, rising adoption of multi axle modular trailers, growth in customized trailer configurations, expansion of self propelled modular trailers, demand for enhanced load stability and safety.

The growth in freight transportation is expected to drive the expansion of the modular trailer market in the coming years. Freight transportation involves the movement of goods, cargo, and commodities from one location to another via various transport modes. The sector is expanding due to increasing global trade and e-commerce, which drive higher demand for goods movement. Additionally, advancements in logistics technology and infrastructure are improving efficiency and capacity, further supporting growth. Modular trailers can be used across multiple freight transport modes, including road and rail, ensuring efficient movement of goods from origin to destination, even when multiple transport methods are involved. For example, in July 2025, Eurostat, the Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that European road freight transport reached an annual volume of 1.86 trillion tonne-kilometres, slightly up from 1.85 trillion tonne-kilometres in 2023, representing a 0.6% year-on-year increase. Therefore, the rise in freight transportation is driving the modular trailer market.

Key companies in the modular trailer market are focusing on innovative solutions such as electrified trailer systems to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and support hybrid or zero-emission operations in heavy-duty transport. Electrified trailer systems are modular trailer platforms equipped with electric axles and integrated battery units, enabling power recuperation, traction assistance, and hybrid or fully electric capabilities for conventional trucks. For instance, in September 2023, ZF, a Germany-based automotive supplier, showcased its electrified trailer concept at the NUFAM commercial vehicles trade show. The system integrates ZF’s AxTrax 2 electric axle with a modular battery box, enabling energy recuperation and traction support. It allows heavy-duty diesel trucks to operate in hybrid mode, achieving up to 16% fuel and CO2 savings, while an optional plug-in hybrid variant can reach up to 40% savings. The modular design also extends the operational range of zero-emission heavy trucks. Key industry players, including axle manufacturer BPW and trailer builders Kässbohrer and Krone, have expressed interest in adopting this electrified trailer technology.

In May 2025, Merritt Companies, a US-based provider of aluminum truck accessories, heavy-duty trailers, and related transportation equipment, acquired Magnum Trailer & Equipment for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expand Merritt’s trailer manufacturing capabilities, enhance its aluminum product portfolio, and strengthen its presence across North America through integrated engineering, broader distribution, and complementary product offerings. Magnum Trailer & Equipment, based in Canada, provides truck accessories, modular front-end protection systems, trailers, and service solutions for heavy-duty trucking applications.

Major companies operating in the modular trailer market are Dorsey Trailer, MAC Trailer, Maxitrans Industries Limited, Manac Inc., Goldhofer AG, Trail King Industries, Fontaine Heavy-Haul, XL Specialized Trailers, Faymonville, Broshuis B.V., Reitnouer Inc., Talbert Manufacturing, Cometto S.p.A., Kalyn Siebert, Nicolas Industrie, Load King LLC, Scheuerle Fahrzeugfabrik GmbH, Transcraft Corporation, Witzco Challenger Trailers Inc., Nooteboom Trailers B.V., Kässbohrer Fahrzeugwerke GmbH, Rogers Brothers Corporation, TII Group, Concordia, Doonan Specialized Trailers LLC.

North America was the largest region in the modular trailer market in 2025. The regions covered in the modular trailer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the modular trailer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The modular trailer market consists of sales of hydraulic platform trailers, semi-trailers, and hydraulic multi-axle trailers. 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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