Ambulance Stretchers Market Report 2025

The ambulance stretcher market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.07 billion in 2024 to $2.21 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth during the historic period can be credited to the rising emphasis on patient comfort and safety, heightened awareness of pre-hospital emergency care, expanding urbanization coupled with traffic congestion, a higher occurrence of natural disasters and mass casualty incidents, and increased healthcare spending.

The ambulance stretcher market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.84 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rising demand for emergency medical services, an expanding elderly population, a higher incidence of chronic diseases, a growing number of ambulance fleets, and increased investments in healthcare infrastructure. Key trends expected during this period include technological innovations in stretcher design, the adoption of electronic lifting systems, advancements in lightweight composite materials, improvements in foldable and space-efficient stretcher solutions, and the incorporation of technology-enabled remote patient monitoring features.

The increasing number of road accidents is expected to drive the growth of the ambulance stretchers market in the coming years. Road accidents involve unexpected incidents or collisions on roads or highways, often leading to injuries, fatalities, or property damage. A key factor contributing to this rise is the growing issue of distracted driving, particularly due to mobile phone usage, which diverts attention and increases the likelihood of collisions. In these situations, ambulance stretchers play a crucial role by providing safe and efficient transport of injured individuals from the accident scene to healthcare facilities, helping to prevent further harm and enabling timely medical care. For example, in June 2024, the Transport Accident Commission, an Australian government agency, reported that 289 lives were lost on Victorian roads - an 8.6% increase, with 23 more fatalities compared to the same period the previous year. As a result, the growing number of road accidents is contributing to the expansion of the ambulance stretchers market.

Leading companies in the ambulance stretcher market are focusing on advanced innovations such as self-loading electric stretchers to boost patient safety, minimize manual handling for emergency personnel, and enhance transport efficiency. These self-loading electric stretchers are motorized devices equipped with automated mechanisms for lifting and loading into ambulances without the need for physical lifting by medical staff. For instance, in December 2023, KARTSANA, S.L., a manufacturing company based in Spain, introduced the superbrava electric stretcher to improve patient transport. It features a hydraulic lifting system capable of supporting up to 320 kg, multi-position adjustable handrails for comfort and security, and offers high strength, maneuverability, and safety. This design facilitates effortless and safe patient movement, reducing the physical strain on emergency medical technicians during critical situations.

In June 2025, J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc., a manufacturing company based in the United States, acquired Demers Braun Crestline Medix for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is intended to broaden J.B. Poindexter & Co.’s specialty vehicle portfolio and strengthen its position in the ambulance and medical transport industry. Demers Braun Crestline Medix, a Canada-based manufacturer, specializes in producing ambulances and stretchers.

Major players in the ambulance stretchers market are Medline Industries LP, Stryker Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Hill-Rom Holdings Inc., Hebei Pukang Medical Instruments Co. Ltd., Ferno-Washington Inc., Spencer Italia S.r.l., Narang Medical Limited, Advin Health Care, Kartsana Medical GmbH, IndoSurgicals Private Limited, Frima Concept SARL, Dragon Industry Co. Ltd., PVS S.p.A., Desco Medical India, Fu Shun Hsing Technology Co. Ltd., Besco Medical Limited, Red Leaf Medical Inc., Sarvottam Appliances Private Limited, EMS Mobil Sistemler A.S.

North America was the largest region in the ambulance stretchers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in ambulance stretchers report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the ambulance stretchers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The ambulance stretchers market consists of sales of basket stretchers, vacuum stretchers and scoop stretchers. 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).

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The fast surge in U.S. tariffs and the trade tensions that followed in spring 2025 are heavily affecting the medical equipment sector, particularly for imported imaging machine components, surgical-grade stainless steel, and plastic disposables. Hospitals and clinics resist price hikes, pressuring manufacturers’ margins. Regulatory hurdles compound the problem, as tariff-related supplier changes often require re-certification of devices, delaying time-to-market. Companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing critical parts, expanding domestic production of commoditized items, and accelerating R&D in cost-efficient materials.

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Ambulance stretchers are specialized transport devices used within ambulances to transfer individuals in need of medical care. They are built to provide safe, secure, and comfortable patient movement during emergency situations and typically feature components like adjustable heights, wheels, safety belts, and collapsible frames to facilitate handling.

The primary categories of ambulance stretchers include manual stretchers, electric stretchers, foldable stretchers, and stretcher chairs. Manual stretchers function without power and require physical effort for lifting, lowering, and transporting patients. The technology variants consist of motorized and non-motorized systems. Manufacturing materials commonly include aluminum, steel, plastic, and composites. These stretchers are utilized by various end users such as emergency medical service providers, hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and others.

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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