Container Telehandler Global Market Report 2025

The container telehandler market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.02 billion in 2024 to $2.19 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to increased global trade, expansion of port infrastructure, rising containerization, growing demand for efficient cargo handling, and growth in maritime logistics.

The container telehandler market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.97 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth projected for the forecast period is driven by rising e-commerce shipments, expansion of inland container depots, growth in intermodal transportation, heightened focus on supply chain efficiency, and increased demand for eco-friendly handling equipment. Key trends expected in the forecast period include automation integration, developments in electric and hybrid engines, smart fleet management, increased investments in research and development, and innovations in lifting capacity and safety features.

The rise in global trade activities is expected to drive the growth of the container telehandler market going forward. Trade activities encompass the buying, selling, and exchanging of goods and services between businesses or countries. This increase is fueled by growing global demand, as businesses and consumers worldwide require more goods and raw materials, leading to higher import and export volumes in international markets. Container telehandlers support these trade activities by efficiently handling and transporting heavy shipping containers, accelerating loading and unloading at ports and warehouses, which enhances supply chain efficiency. For example, in February 2025, the US-based Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that in 2024, goods exports rose by $38.6 billion to $2.08 trillion, while goods imports increased by $187.1 billion to $3.29 trillion. Thus, growing trade activities are driving the container telehandler market’s expansion.

Key players in the container telehandler market are focusing on innovations in sustainable cargo handling to boost operational efficiency and minimize environmental impact. Sustainable cargo handling involves managing and moving cargo in ways that reduce environmental harm, increase energy efficiency, and ensure long-term operational sustainability. For instance, in June 2024, Kalmar, a Finnish company specializing in sustainable cargo handling equipment for ports, terminals, distribution centers, and heavy logistics, introduced a new electric empty container handler to support cargo handling decarbonization. Kalmar’s electric handler features advanced capabilities combining efficiency, sustainability, and operator comfort. Offered in single- and double-stacker models with capacities of 9 to 11 tons and stacking heights up to 8+1, it includes modular lithium-ion batteries (163, 293, 391 kWh) for extended runtime and minimal energy loss. The CCS2-compatible fast-charging system supports up to 350 kW. Built on the G-generation platform, it delivers consistent, energy-efficient performance, while the ergonomic EGO cabin enhances comfort with adjustable controls.

In December 2024, Konecranes Oyj, a Finland-based lifting equipment and services provider, acquired Peinemann Port Services and Container Handling for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to bolster Konecranes’ position in the European port solutions market, particularly around Rotterdam, Europe’s largest port. It will enhance service capabilities, expand the customer base, and strengthen long-term maintenance partnerships with key clients. Peinemann is a Netherlands-based provider of port services supporting crane manufacturers and installers, including container telehandlers.

Major players in the container telehandler market are Liebherr Group, Linde Material Handling GmbH, Sany Heavy Industry Co Ltd., J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited, Terex Corporation, Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co. Ltd., Konecranes Plc, Manitou Group, Anhui Heli Co Ltd., SOCMA, Toyota Material Handling, Hyster-Yale Group Inc., Haulotte Group S.A., Merlo S.p.A., Kalmar Global, Hoist Liftruck Mfg LLC, Magni Telescopic Handlers Srl, CVS Ferrari S.p.A., TIL Limited, Taylor Machine Works Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the dominant region in the container telehandler market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in container telehandler report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the container telehandler market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Container telehandlers are heavy-duty lifting machines specifically designed for handling and stacking shipping containers. They are used to efficiently lift, move, and stack heavy containers and cargo at ports, warehouses, and industrial sites, combining the reach of a forklift with the versatility of a crane.

The main product types of container telehandlers include empty container handlers and laden container handlers. Empty container handlers are machines designed to lift and transport empty shipping containers at ports. These come in various capacity ranges, including below 30 tons, 30-45 tons, and above 45 tons. They are powered by different propulsion systems such as diesel, electric, and hybrid, and are applied in settings like port terminals, intermodal facilities, warehouses, and other environments. The end users span small, medium, and large enterprises, as well as government bodies and municipalities.

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The container telehandler market consists of sales of standard telehandlers, heavy-duty telehandlers, container-specific telehandlers, rotating telehandlers. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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