Air Freight Unit Load Device Market

Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Size By Device Type (Pallets and Containers), By Material Type (Metals, Composites and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, and Trends. Forecast 2023 to 2032

Base Year: 2022 Historical Data: 2019-21
  • Report ID: TBI-13373
  • Published Date: Mar, 2023
  • Pages: 236
  • Category: Automotive & Transportation
  • Format: PDF
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The global air freight unit load device market is expected to reach USD 692.7 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period 2023 to 2032. Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

Market Overview:

Cargo is considered an essential part of the aviation industry as it helps carry the load. The most significant advantage of air freight unit load devices is combining a considerable cargo weight into a single unit. This reduces the airline's operational cost by lowering the efforts of the ground crew and their time. The aviation sector seeks lightweight containers to lower carbon emissions and improve fuel efficiency. Over the previous decade, the industry has seen tremendous research and development activities which have helped reduce cargo container weight. Various companies have successfully developed lightweight containers by building strategic collaborations with prominent stakeholders in the industry. The primary unit load device management businesses are replacing heavy-weight containers with composite-made containers. Pallets do not share the momentum of lightweight containers, so they are less in use. While several companies produced composite pallets with a lower total weight, they could not provide other essential qualities, such as durability, to the pallets. Composite pallets are more prone to damage than standard pallets.

Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Size

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Recent Development
  • On August 27, 2020, Sonoco ThermoSafe, a Sonoco business, announced a global agreement to handle and repair the Pegasus ULD, the world's first passive bulk temperature-controlled container for pharmaceutical usage.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

High Speed of air freight- Air freight can travel great distances in a short interval of time. This reason makes the air freight unit load device an excellent alternative when cargo needs to be delivered in a short period or to ship a product quickly, or if their freight requires special protection or acclimatization. It is the quickest means of transportation and, thus, perfect for long-distance freight transit. The high speed of air freight unit load devices drives the market's growth.

Restraints:

Lack of large capacity- Not all things can be sent via air freight since the capacity on planes is not as large as on ships. There is also a weight limit; exceeding it is dangerous because it might cause the plane to lose lift during flight and crash. Some liquids that cannot withstand high pressures and altitudes cannot be conveyed by air.

Opportunities:

Rising Demand of Air Cargo for Perishable Items- Air cargo is ideal for all products with a limited shelf life, such as beverages, fish, food supplies, and other items, because they may be transported in a small window frame. Transporting perishable things by ship and road has its own set of concerns, such as being delayed, which can cause degradation of the item, resulting in a loss to the maker.

Challenges:

Presence of alternative mode of transportation- Several alternatives are available for sending goods and products from one place to another. Road transportation, water transportation, etc., are also used for sending products from one place to another. This reason is expected to challenge the market’s growth over the forecast period.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the most significant global air freight unit load device market, with a 37.90% market revenue share in 2022.

North America dominates the air freight unit load device market with a 37.90% market revenue share in 2022. The region's ability of robust technologies and infrastructure development in the market's growth. The United States leads the market in North America, followed by Mexico and Canada. Furthermore, the increased disposable income of people in the region increases the purchasing power, adding impetus to the market's growth.    

Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period. Increasing commercial aircraft deliveries, growing unit load device fleet size, increased need for lightweight unit load devices, and technological advances are some of the primary factors driving the market growth. Furthermore, expanding demand for lightweight unit load devices, the increasing importance of international trade, and the rising demand for cold containers are expected to drive the region's air freight unit load device (ULD) market.

North America Region Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Share in 2022 - 37.90%

 

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Device Type Analysis:

The device type segment is divided into pallets and containers. The containers segment dominated the market, with a share of around 59.67% in 2022. The container has the most significant market share throughout the forecast period because containers are a safer way to move cargo and are simple to load and unload. Furthermore, containers can carry heavy loads without any hassle, thus propelling the segment's growth.

Material Type Analysis:

The material type segment is divided into metals, composites and others. The composites segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 39.60% in 2022. Composite containers are lightweight, which helps in improving fuel efficiency. The segment's other significant drivers are excellent container durability and longevity. Containers made of composite materials are 20% to 40% lighter than similar-sized aluminium containers, thus propelling the segment's growth.

List of Key Market Players:
  • Safran Cabin (Zodiac AirCargo Equipment)
  • DokaSch GmbH
  • VRR Aviation
  • Nordisk Aviation Products
  • Satco Inc.
  • Brambles group
  • Cargo Composite
  • Dokasch GmbH
  • Envirotainer AB
  • Palnet GmbH Air Cargo products

Report Description: 

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2022 USD 390.5 million
Market size value in 2032 USD 692.7 million
CAGR (2023 to 2032) 5.9%
Historical data 2019-2021
Base Year 2022
Forecast 2023-2032
Regional Segments North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
Segments Device Type, Material Type

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the air freight unit load device market was valued at USD 390.5 million in 2022 to USD 692.7 million by 2032.

The global air freight unit load device market is growing at a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period 2023-2032.

North America emerged as the largest air freight unit load device market.

1. Introduction
    1.1. Objectives of the Study
    1.2. Market Definition
    1.3. Research Scope
    1.4. Currency
    1.5. Key Target Audience

2. Research Methodology and Assumptions

3. Executive Summary

4. Premium Insights
    4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
    4.2. Value Chain Analysis
    4.3. Top Investment Pockets
          4.3.1. Market Attractiveness Analysis by Device Type
          4.3.2. Market Attractiveness Analysis by Material Type
          4.3.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
    4.4. Industry Trends

5. Market Dynamics
    5.1. Market Evaluation
    5.2. Drivers
          5.2.1. High Speed of air freight
    5.3. Restraints
          5.3.1. Lack of large capacity
    5.4. Opportunities
          5.4.1. Rising Demand of Air Cargo for Perishable Items
    5.5. Challenges
          5.5.1. Presence of alternative mode of transportation

6. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Analysis and Forecast, By Device Type
    6.1. Segment Overview
    6.2. Pallets
    6.3. Containers

7. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Analysis and Forecast, By Material Type
    7.1. Segment Overview
    7.2. Metals
    7.3. Composites
    7.4. Others

8. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Analysis and Forecast, By Regional Analysis
    8.1. Segment Overview
    8.2. North America
          8.2.1. U.S.
          8.2.2. Canada
          8.2.3. Mexico
    8.3. Europe
          8.3.1. Germany
          8.3.2. France
          8.3.3. U.K.
          8.3.4. Italy
          8.3.5. Spain
    8.4. Asia-Pacific
          8.4.1. Japan
          8.4.2. China
          8.4.3. India
    8.5. South America
          8.5.1. Brazil
    8.6. Middle East and Africa
          8.6.1. UAE
          8.6.2. South Africa

9. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market-Competitive Landscape
    9.1. Overview
    9.2. Market Share of Key Players in the Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market
          9.2.1. Global Company Market Share
          9.2.2. North America Company Market Share
          9.2.3. Europe Company Market Share
          9.2.4. APAC Company Market Share
    9.3. Competitive Situations and Trends
          9.3.1. Product Launches and Developments
          9.3.2. Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements
          9.3.3. Mergers & Acquisitions
          9.3.4. Expansions

10. Company Profiles
    10.1. Safran Cabin (Zodiac AirCargo Equipment)
          10.1.1. Business Overview
          10.1.2. Company Snapshot
          10.1.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.1.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.1.5. Recent Developments
          10.1.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.2. DokaSch GmbH
          10.2.1. Business Overview
          10.2.2. Company Snapshot
          10.2.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.2.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.2.5. Recent Developments
          10.2.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.3. VRR Aviation
          10.3.1. Business Overview
          10.3.2. Company Snapshot
          10.3.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.3.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.3.5. Recent Developments
          10.3.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.4. Nordisk Aviation Products
          10.4.1. Business Overview
          10.4.2. Company Snapshot
          10.4.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.4.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.4.5. Recent Developments
          10.4.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.5. Satco Inc.
          10.5.1. Business Overview
          10.5.2. Company Snapshot
          10.5.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.5.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.5.5. Recent Developments
          10.5.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.6. Brambles group
          10.6.1. Business Overview
          10.6.2. Company Snapshot
          10.6.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.6.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.6.5. Recent Developments
          10.6.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.7. Cargo Composite
          10.7.1. Business Overview
          10.7.2. Company Snapshot
          10.7.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.7.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.7.5. Recent Developments
          10.7.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.8. Dokasch GmbH
          10.8.1. Business Overview
          10.8.2. Company Snapshot
          10.8.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.8.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.8.5. Recent Developments
          10.8.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.9. Envirotainer AB
          10.9.1. Business Overview
          10.9.2. Company Snapshot
          10.9.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.9.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.9.5. Recent Developments
          10.9.6. SWOT Analysis
    10.10. Palnet GmbH Air Cargo products
          10.10.1. Business Overview
          10.10.2. Company Snapshot
          10.10.3. Company Market Share Analysis
          10.10.4. Company Product Portfolio
          10.10.5. Recent Developments
          10.10.6. SWOT Analysis

List of Table

1. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

2. Global Pallets, Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Million) 

3. Global Containers, Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Million) 

4. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

5. Global Metals, Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

6. Global Composites, Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

7. Global Others, Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

8. North America Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

9. North America Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

10. U.S. Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

11. U.S. Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

12. Canada Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

13. Canada Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

14. Mexico Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

15. Mexico Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

16. Europe Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

17. Europe Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

18. Germany Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

19. Germany Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

20. France Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

21. France Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

22. U.K. Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

23. U.K. Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

24. Italy Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

25. Italy Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

26. Spain Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

27. Spain Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

28. Asia Pacific Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

29. Asia Pacific Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

30. Japan Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

31. Japan Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

32. China Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

33. China Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

34. India Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

35. India Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

36. South America Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

37. South America Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

38. Brazil Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

39. Brazil Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

40. Middle East and Africa Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

41. Middle East and Africa Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

42. UAE Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

43. UAE Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

44. South Africa Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Device Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

45. South Africa Air Freight Unit Load Device Market, By Material Type, 2019-2032 (USD Million)

List of Figures 

1. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Segmentation

2. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market: Research Methodology

3. Market Size Estimation Methodology: Bottom-Up Approach

4. Market Size Estimation Methodology: Top-Down Approach

5. Data Triangulation

6. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis 

7. Value Chain Analysis 

8. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Attractiveness Analysis by Device Type

9. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Attractiveness Analysis by Material Type

10. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region

11. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market: Dynamics

12. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Share by Device Type (2023 & 2032)

13. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Share by Material Type (2023 & 2032)

14. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Share by Regions (2023 & 2032)

15. Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market Share by Company (2022)

This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2019 to 2032. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global Air Freight Unit Load Device market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market By Device Type:

  • Pallets
  • Containers

Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market By Material Type:

  • Metals
  • Composites
  • Others

Global Air Freight Unit Load Device Market By Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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Data Procurement:

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