Fuel Cell Thermal Management System Global Market Report 2025

The fuel cell thermal management system market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.02 billion in 2024 to $1.23 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the increasing demand for efficient fuel cell operation, rising adoption of fuel cell vehicles, growing government regulations on emissions, increasing need for temperature control in fuel cells, and rising focus on enhancing fuel cell durability.

The fuel cell thermal management system market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of hydrogen fuel cells, rising investments in clean energy technologies, growing focus on improving fuel cell efficiency, and rising demand for advanced thermal management solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in thermal regulation technologies, development of advanced cooling system designs, innovation in smart temperature control solutions, advancements in lightweight thermal materials, and the development of IoT-enabled thermal management systems.

The increasing focus on renewable energy is expected to drive the growth of the fuel cell thermal management system market in the coming years. Renewable energy refers to energy derived from natural processes that are continually replenished, such as sunlight, wind, water, geothermal heat, and biomass, offering an environmentally friendly alternative that helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The growing emphasis on renewable energy is driven by the rising demand for clean and sustainable power that minimizes carbon emissions, decreases reliance on fossil fuels, and promotes environmental preservation for future generations. Fuel cell thermal management systems support renewable energy applications by effectively regulating the temperature of fuel cell stacks, ensuring optimal performance and extended lifespan. They enhance energy conversion efficiency and system reliability, contributing to clean and sustainable power generation. For instance, in March 2025, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), a United Arab Emirates-based intergovernmental organization, renewable energy capacity increased from 3,862,881 megawatts in 2023 to 4,448,051 megawatts in 2024. Therefore, the increasing focus on renewable energy is fueling the growth of the fuel cell thermal management system market.

Key companies operating in the fuel cell thermal management system market are concentrating on developing innovative products such as fuel cell heat exchangers to improve fuel cell system efficiency and manage thermal conditions in demanding operating environments. A fuel cell heat exchanger is a device designed to transfer thermal energy between gas and liquid streams within fuel cell systems to regulate temperature, enhance efficiency, and minimize energy losses. For instance, in March 2023, Alfa Laval, a Sweden-based provider of specialized heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling technologies, introduced the AlfaNova GL50. This compact, asymmetric gas-to-liquid plate heat exchanger efficiently handles high-temperature gas flows and condenses water vapor, optimizing energy utilization in fuel cell systems. Its durable design, low pressure drop, and high efficiency support advanced thermal management, making it suitable for both industrial-scale fuel cell operations and other energy applications such as hydrogen cooling and waste heat recovery.

In January 2025, Hankook and Company Group, a South Korea-based battery manufacturing company, acquired Hanon Systems for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthened Hankook and Company Group’s position as a leading automotive parts provider, with Hanon Systems officially incorporated as a subsidiary under Korean corporate law. The expansion increased the Group’s global assets, ranking it among the top thirty companies in Korea by net assets. Hanon Systems is a South Korea-based manufacturer of fuel cell thermal management systems.

Major players in the fuel cell thermal management system market are Robert Bosch GmbH, SK On Co. Ltd., BYD Company Ltd., Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Denso Corporation, GE Vernova, Valeo SA, BorgWarner Inc., Dana Incorporated, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, Boyd Corporation, Sogefi Group, Kongsberg Automotive ASA, MAHLE GmbH, Grayson Thermal Systems Ltd., Gotion High-Tech Co. Ltd., Alsym Energy Inc., Sanhua Automotive Co. Ltd., Vitesco Technologies Group AG, and Amperex Technology Limited.

North America was the largest region in the fuel cell thermal management system market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in fuel cell thermal management system report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

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 rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the utilities sector, particularly in power generation, grid infrastructure, and renewable energy projects. Higher duties on imported equipment such as turbines, transformers, solar panels, and battery storage systems have increased capital and operational costs for utility providers, forcing them to reconsider project timelines or pass on expenses to consumers through higher energy rates. The water and waste management segments are also affected, with tariffs driving up the cost of essential machinery, piping, and treatment technologies. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs have disrupted global supply chains for critical raw materials like rare earth metals used in clean energy technologies, further complicating the transition to sustainable energy sources. The sector must now prioritize domestic sourcing, digitalization, and efficiency-driven innovations to manage escalating costs while ensuring energy security and regulatory compliance.

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A fuel cell thermal management system is an integrated assembly of components and control mechanisms designed to regulate and maintain optimal temperature levels within a fuel cell, ensuring efficiency, performance, and durability. It keeps the fuel cell within a safe operating temperature range, preventing overheating or excessive cooling that could damage materials or reduce power output. Additionally, it ensures stable power generation and system reliability under varying environmental and load conditions.

The key types of fuel cell thermal management systems include air-cooled and liquid-cooled. An air-cooled fuel cell thermal management system utilizes airflow to dissipate excess heat from the fuel cell, maintaining optimal operating temperatures and ensuring consistent efficiency and performance. The system comprises components such as heat exchangers, cooling plates, pumps, fans, sensors, and others, and is compatible with various fuel cell types, including proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC), solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFC), phosphoric acid fuel cells (PAFC), and others. It is applied across sectors such as automotive, stationary power, and portable power, serving end-users in transportation, power generation, industrial, and other industries.

The countries covered in the fuel cell thermal management system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fuel cell thermal management system market consists of sales of temperature control devices, cooling and heating components, control units, and related software systems used to manage the temperature of fuel cells. 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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