Scaffolding Market Report 2026

The scaffolding market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $59.63 billion in 2025 to $63.47 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing use of modular scaffold systems, rising demand in high-rise construction, growing adoption of temporary access solutions, expansion of industrial infrastructure projects, increased focus on worker safety.

The scaffolding market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $80.49 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing integration of automated monitoring systems, adoption of lightweight materials, growth in modular scaffolding solutions, rising use of IoT-enabled scaffold management, expansion of temporary access solutions in complex projects. Major trends in the forecast period include deployment of smart scaffolding management systems, adoption of AI-based safety monitoring, integration of IOT-enabled structural analytics, expansion of automated assembly and modular scaffolds, development of sustainable and lightweight scaffold materials.

The increasing construction activities are expected to drive the growth of the scaffolding market in the coming years. Construction activities encompass all processes involved in building, modifying, or dismantling physical structures such as buildings and infrastructure. This rise is fueled by rapid urbanization, which generates demand for more residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects to support growing urban populations. Scaffolding plays a vital role by providing secure, elevated platforms that enable workers to efficiently and safely perform tasks at various heights and in hard-to-reach areas. For example, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, public construction spending reached approximately $511.6 billion in May 2025 on a seasonally adjusted annual basis, reflecting a 0.1% increase compared to the revised April estimate of $511.3 billion. Hence, the rising construction activities are propelling the scaffolding market’s growth.

Key players in the scaffolding market are focusing on advanced solutions such as scaffold transportation systems to enhance safety and improve material handling efficiency. Scaffold transportation systems refer to equipment or methods designed to safely and efficiently move scaffolding components to, within, and from construction sites. For instance, in January 2025, Alimak Group AB, a Sweden-based company specializing in vertical access solutions, launched the Alimak STS 300 scaffold transportation system. This system offers a unique solution for moving scaffolding materials both vertically and horizontally, supporting up to 300 kg per load with just two operators. Its swivel feature allows safe access to materials at height while keeping workers protected behind handrails. Scaffold sections can be loaded at ground level and transferred to upper levels without interruption. Additionally, wheeled boxes facilitate easy horizontal movement of heavy components across the site.

In February 2023, Doka GmbH, an Austria-based provider of formwork solutions, scaffolding systems, and engineering services for the construction industry, acquired a 100% stake in AT-PAC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Doka sought to fully integrate AT-PAC’s industrial scaffolding expertise into its global operations, expand its product portfolio, and reinforce its position as a comprehensive provider of formwork and scaffolding solutions worldwide. AT-PAC is a US-based company that supplies high-quality scaffolding solutions.

Major companies operating in the scaffolding market are BrandSafway Inc., Altrad Co., Kaefer GmbH Co. KG, PERI SE, Layher Inc., Waco Kwikform Ltd., ADTO Group Corp., Ulma Construction Srl, KHK Scaffolding & Formwork LTD. LLC, Stepup Scaffold Ltd., TRAD Group, GKR Scaffolding Ltd., Universal Manufacturing Corp., AFIX Group, G.B.M. Building Equipments S.r.l., MJ-Gerüst GmbH, Kennison Forest Products Inc., Wellmade, British Scaffolding Ltd., Cliff Scaffolding Ltd.

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.

Tariffs are influencing the scaffolding market by raising costs for imported aluminum, steel, and specialized modular components essential for scaffold assembly. Supported, suspended, and rolling scaffolds used in construction, infrastructure, and oil & gas projects in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America are most affected due to import reliance. Nevertheless, tariffs are promoting domestic production, local assembly operations, and innovation in lightweight, durable, and modular scaffolding solutions, enhancing supply chain resilience and operational efficiency.

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Scaffolding is a temporary structural framework designed to provide elevated support and access during various phases of work. It consists of interconnected components arranged to ensure stability, safety, and ease of movement. The structure’s height and configuration can be adjusted to meet different requirements, facilitating efficient work at multiple levels.

The main types of scaffolding include supported scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, pump jack scaffolding, wooden and bamboo scaffolding, rolling scaffolding, and others. Supported scaffolds are temporary structures built from the ground up using vertical posts and horizontal frames to create a stable working platform for construction workers and materials. They are made from various materials such as aluminum, steel, wood, and others, and are used across several industries, including construction, infrastructure development, oil and gas, shipbuilding and marine, energy and power, among others.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the scaffolding market in 2025, and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in scaffolding report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the scaffolding market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The scaffolding market consists of sales of scaffold frames, braces, plates, adjustable base jacks, and ledger beams. 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 that 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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