Australia Construction Equipment Market (2025-2031) | Trends, Industry, Revenue, Analysis, Size, Value, Outlook, Growth, Forecast, Companies & Share

Name: Australia Construction Equipment Market | Size & Volume 2031
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Keywords: Construction Equipment Market , Australia Construction Equipment Market , Australia Construction Equipment Market Size, Australia Construction Equipment Market Share, Australia Construction Equipment Market Trends

By Types(Mobile Cranes, Construction Tractor and Bulldozer, Earthmoving Equipment, Aerial Work Equipment, Material Handling Equipment, Dump Trucks, Road Construction Equipment) By Applications(Corporate Enterprise, Oil and Gas, Mining ,Others (Municipality and Road Construction)

Product Code: ETC001642	Publication Date: Dec 2023	Updated Date: Sep 2025	Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch	No. of Pages: 70	No. of Figures: 35	No. of Tables: 5

Australia Construction Equipment Market Growth Rate

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Australia Construction Equipment Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4% during the forecast period (2025-2031).

Australia Construction Equipment Market Highlights

Report Name	Australia Construction Equipment Market
Forecast Period	2025-2031
CAGR	3.4%
Growing Sector	Infrastructure & Mining

Topics Covered in the Australia Construction Equipment Market Report

The Australia Construction Equipment Market report thoroughly covers the market by types and applications. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers, which would help stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

Australia Construction Equipment Market Synopsis

The Australia Construction Equipment Market has witnessed substantial growth over the past few years due to its high productivity, and growing infrastructure activities such as smart cities, railways, highways, and other public and private facilities. The developing construction industry and rising government expenditure for further investments are the major reasons boosting the demand for the Australia construction equipment industry. Additionally, Australia is aiming to expand the construction equipment market by opening doors for foreign companies in the upcoming years.

Evaluation of Growth Drivers in the Australia Construction Equipment Market

Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:

Driver	Primary Segments Affected	Why it Matters
Public Infrastructure Pipeline	Road Construction Equipment; Earthmoving Equipment; Dump Trucks	Large federally and state-funded projects increase demand for heavy and medium equipment across states.
Mining Investment & Resource Projects	Heavy Earthmoving; Dump Trucks; Mobile Cranes	Mining developments require high-capacity machinery and specialized equipment for remote locations.
Rental & Equipment-as-a-Service Adoption	All types, especially Earthmoving & Aerial Work Equipment	Contractors prefer rental/short-term hire to preserve capital and manage cyclical work.
Decarbonisation & Electrification Push	Compact Equipment; Aerial Work Equipment; Material Handling	OEMs promoting low-emission and electric machines to meet sustainability targets.
Digitalisation & Telematics	All segments	Telematics enables predictive maintenance, utilization tracking, and higher resale value.

Australia Construction Equipment Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period of 2025-2031. This upward trajectory is underpinned by government-funded infrastructure programs, rising construction activities in metro and regional areas, and a resilient mining sector demand for heavy equipment. On the other hand, the market size and revenue are further supported by an expanding rental market that is making high-spec equipment more accessible to mid-size contractors. Equipment manufacturers and distributors are also increasing investments in local service networks and spare-parts inventories to reduce downtime and preserve machine uptime — a critical factor for buyers operating in remote mining and infrastructure projects.

Evaluation of Restraints in the Australia Construction Equipment Market

Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:

Restraint	Primary Segments Affected	What this Means
Labor Shortages & Rising OHS Costs	All types	Labor constraints and compliance requirements increase project delays and reduce equipment utilization.
High Construction Costs & Inflation	Heavy & Road Construction Equipment	Intensifying cost of material and operational costs restricts new project starts and capital equipment purchases.
Shift to Low-Emission Alternatives & Regulations	Diesel-heavy segments	Regulatory pressures endorse substitution towards electric and low-emission equipment.
Volatile Commodity Prices & Mining Cycles	Mining-focused equipment	Mining project cycles and volatile commodity prices lead to shifting demand for high-capacity machinery.

Australia Construction Equipment Market Challenges

On the other hand, there are numerous challenges hampering the Australia construction equipment market growth. In general, persistent labor shortages across several states create workforce constraints that delay projects and reduce on-site equipment utilization. Moreover, rising construction input costs squeeze contractor margins and make long-term capital investments less attractive, encouraging short-term hiring instead. Apart from this, accelerating regulatory and corporate push for lower emissions places pressure on legacy diesel-powered fleets; while electrification is a solution, the higher upfront cost of battery-electric machines and the need for charging infrastructure pose adoption barriers for many project sites.

Australia Construction Equipment Market Trends

Some emerging trends shaping the market landscape are:

Electrification & Low-Emission Machines: OEMs are introducing battery-electric and hybrid models for urban and compact equipment.
Digital Rental Platforms & MaaS: Online booking and fleet-management platforms improve rental efficiency and access for contractors.
Telematics & Predictive Maintenance: Increasing use of telematics improves uptime, reduces maintenance costs, and increases resale value.
Modular & Multi-function Attachments: Machines with multiple roles reduce idle time and increase fleet utilization.
Focus on Aftermarket & Local Service Networks: Strong dealer networks and quick parts availability ensure maximum equipment uptime.

Investment Opportunities in the Australia Construction Equipment Industry

Some of the key investment opportunities in the Australia Construction Equipment Market are:

Electrification Infrastructure & Retrofit Solutions – Development of charging infrastructure and hybrid/electric retrofits for fleets.
Rental Fleet Expansion & Digital Platforms – Investment in scalable rental fleets and digital management platforms for SMBs.
Large-Capacity Equipment for Mining & Heavy Infra – Supply of high-tonnage excavators, dump trucks, and mobile cranes for large-scale projects.
Telematics & Aftermarket Services – Predictive maintenance and analytics for fleet optimization, creating recurring revenue opportunities.

Top 5 Leading Companies in the Australia Construction Equipment Market

Here is a comprehensive list of key players dominating the Australia Construction Equipment Market:

1. Caterpillar Inc.

Company Name	Caterpillar Inc.
Established Year	1925
Headquarters	Peoria, Illinois, United States
Official Website	Click Here

Caterpillar is a global leader in construction and mining equipment, providing a wide range of heavy machinery, engines, and advanced technologies to support large-scale infrastructure projects in Australia.

2. Komatsu Ltd.

Company Name	Komatsu Ltd.
Established Year	1921
Headquarters	Tokyo, Japan
Official Website	Click Here

Komatsu delivers durable and technologically advanced construction equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders, with strong service networks across Australia.

3. Volvo Construction Equipment

Company Name	Volvo Construction Equipment
Established Year	1832
Headquarters	Gothenburg, Sweden
Official Website	Click Here

Volvo CE offers high-performance construction machinery with a focus on sustainability, fuel efficiency, and operator comfort, widely used in urban and large-scale projects.

4. Hitachi Construction Machinery

Company Name	Hitachi Construction Machinery
Established Year	1970
Headquarters	Tokyo, Japan
Official Website	Click Here

Hitachi provides innovative construction equipment solutions, combining durability, precision, and advanced control technologies for mining and civil engineering applications in Australia.

5. Liebherr Group

Company Name	Liebherr Group
Established Year	1949
Headquarters	Bulle, Switzerland
Official Website	Click Here

Liebherr is known for premium construction machinery, including cranes, excavators, and loaders, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and reliability across Australian infrastructure projects.

Government Regulations Introduced in the Australia Construction Equipment Market

According to Australian Government Data, initiatives such as the Major Public Infrastructure Pipeline and Infrastructure Australia frameworks, have boosted construction equipment demand. State-level Road, rail, and metro projects provide concentrated demand for heavy machinery. Sustainability policies and grants encourage the adoption of low-emission and electric machinery in urban and public projects. Workforce and training programs support skilled operator availability through apprenticeships and registered training organisations. Examples include infrastructure stimulus packages, low-carbon procurement policies, and targeted carbon-reduction programs for public projects, indirectly driving the construction equipment market.

Future Insights of the Australia Construction Equipment Market

The Australia Construction Equipment Market is expected to undergo steady and sustained growth over the coming years. Increasing focus on minimizing carbon emissions and adopting environmentally friendly strategies will underpin innovation in electric and hybrid construction equipment. Additionally, increasing requirements from the mining sector for specialized heavy machinery, integrated with opportunities for foreign equipment manufacturers, will further bolster Australia Construction Equipment Market Growth.

Market Segmentation Analysis

By Types- Earthmoving Equipment to Dominate the Market

According to Suryakant, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Earthmoving Equipment such as excavators, wheel loaders, and backhoes dominates the Australia Construction Equipment Market Share due to strong demand in infrastructure, mining, and civil construction. High utilisation, resale value, and versatility make this the largest revenue contributor. Telematics-enabled fleets increase efficiency and aftermarket revenue.

By Applications- Mining to Dominate the Market

Mining applications drive demand for high-capacity excavators, dump trucks, and specialized machines. Mining projects also increase demand for lifecycle and fleet-management services, contributing to revenue growth.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

10 Years of Market Numbers.
Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
Base Year: 2024.
Forecast Data until 2031.
Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

Australia Construction Equipment Market Outlook
Market Size of Australia Construction Equipment Market, 2024
Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market, 2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
Australia Construction Equipment Market Trend Evolution
Australia Construction Equipment Market Drivers and Challenges
Australia Construction Equipment Price Trends
Australia Construction Equipment Porter's Five Forces
Australia Construction Equipment Industry Life Cycle
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Type for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and Volume by Mobile Cranes for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Construction Tractor and Bulldozer for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Earthmoving Equipment for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Aerial Work Equipment for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Material Handling Equipment for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Dump Trucks for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Road Construction Equipment for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Application for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Corporate Enterprise for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Oil and Gas for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Mining for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and volume by Others for the Period 2021-2031
Australia Construction Equipment Import Export Trade Statistics
Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
Australia Construction Equipment Top Companies Market Share
Australia Construction Equipment Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
Australia Construction Equipment Company Profiles
Australia Construction Equipment Key Strategic Recommendation

Market Segmentations:

The market report covers a detailed analysis of the following market segments:

By Types:

Mobile Cranes
Construction Tractor and Bulldozer
Earthmoving Equipment
Aerial Work Equipment
Material Handling Equipment
Dump Trucks
Road Construction Equipment

By Applications:

Corporate Enterprise
Oil and Gas
Mining
Others (Municipality and Road Construction)

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1 Executive Summary

2 Introduction

2.1 Key Highlights of the Report

2.2 Report Description

2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation

2.4 Research Methodology

2.5 Assumptions

3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Overview

3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, 2021&2031F

3.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 Australia Construction Equipment Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021&2031F

3.6 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application 2021&2031F

4 Australia Construction Equipment Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Growth in infrastructure development projects in Australia

4.2.2 Increasing urbanization leading to demand for residential and commercial construction

4.2.3 Government investments in construction and infrastructure projects

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices impacting equipment manufacturing costs

4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements

4.3.3 Economic uncertainties affecting investment decisions in construction projects

5 Australia Construction Equipment Market Trends

6. Australia Construction Equipment Market , By Type

6.1 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Mobile Cranes 2021-2031F

6.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction Tractor and Bulldozer, 2021-2031F

6.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Earthmoving Equipment, 2021-2031F

6.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerial Work Equipment, 2021-2031F

6.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Material Handling Equipment, 2021-2031F

6.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Dump Trucks, 2021-2031F

6.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Road Construction Equipment, 2021-2031F

7 Australia Construction Equipment Market , By Application

7.1 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Corporate Enterprise, 2021-2031F

7.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil and Gas , 2021-2031F

7.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Mining, 2021-2031F

7.3 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Others 2021-2031F

8 Australia Construction Equipment Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

8.1 Australia Construction Equipment Market Export to Major Countries

8.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Imports from Major Countries

9 Australia Construction Equipment Market Key Performance Indicators

9.1 Average age of construction equipment fleet in Australia

9.2 Utilization rate of construction equipment in key projects

9.3 Number of new construction projects announced in the market

10 Australia Construction Equipment Market - Opportunity Assessment

10.1 Australia Construction Equipment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2031

10.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2031

11 Australia Construction Equipment Market - Competitive Landscape

11.1 Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

11.2 Australia Construction Equipment Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

12 Company Profiles

13 Recommendations

14 Disclaimer

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2020 Mar 13 : Report

Market Forecast By Types(Cranes (Mobile Cranes, Crawler Cranes, Tower Cranes), Earthmoving Equipment(Loaders, Excavators, Motor Grader)), Aerial Work Equipment(Articulated Boom Lifts, Telescopic Boom Lifts, Scissor Lifts), Material Handling Equipment(Telescopic Handlers, Forklifts), Road Construction Equipment(Pavers,Road Rollers), Dump Trucks, Construction Tractor and Bulldozer), By Applications(Construction, Oil & Gas, Mining)and competitive landscape

Product Code: ETC001642	Publication Date: Mar 2020	Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch	No. of Pages: 70	No. of Figures: 35	No. of Tables: 5

The Australia construction equipment market has witnessed substantial growth over the past few years due to its high productivity, growing infrastructure activities such as smart cities, railway, highways, and other public and private facilities. The developing construction industry and rising government expenditure for further investments are the major reasons boosting the demand for the Australia construction equipment market. Additionally, Australia is aiming to expand the construction equipment market by opening doors for foreign companies in the upcoming years.

According to 6wresearch, Australia Construction Equipment Market is expected to grow during 2020-2026. The construction equipment market of Australia is aiming to adopt advance and new technologies on account of an increase in productivity and low emission. Moreover, the growing infrastructure of the urban areas in the residential and non-residential sectors is driving the demand for construction equipment in Australia. The construction application segment is anticipated to hold the Australia construction equipment market share in the coming years due to its growing infrastructure activities and enhancing industrialization.

On the basis of types, the Dump truck segment is expected to lead the Australia construction equipment market as it is less time consuming, reduces labor cost, and used at constructional and mining sites in capital intensive projects. Furthermore, the demand for a Dump truck is increasing due to the growing mining and construction industry during the forecast period.

The Australia construction equipment market report comprehensively covers the market by types and applications. The Australia construction equipment market outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the on-going Australia construction equipment market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to device and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

Australia construction equipment market is expected to register sound revenues in the coming years on the back of the rising adoption of hiring construction equipment owing to low maintenance cost along with slow depreciation and obsoletion of the construction equipment which is encouraging investors and contractors to invest in high-cost equipment in performing construction task which is estimated to spur the use of construction equipment in the coming years. Moreover, rising industrialization such as the expansion of the mining and oil & gas industry coupled with an increase in the use of construction equipment in order to perform essential activities like extraction of minerals & coal and petrol or diesel is expected to spur the profound growth of Australia construction equipment market.

Australia Construction Equipment Market is projected to gain momentum in the upcoming six years on the back of the rising potential growth of the mining sector in the country underpinned by rising mining constructional projects such as the Australian Vanadium Project, Central Eyre Iron Project, and Chandler salt mine and storage facility this construction endeavor had been taken place in the country is estimated to leave a positive impact over the market and concurrently are estimated to propel significant demand for construction equipment and would benefit the Australia Construction Equipment Market register proliferation in the upcoming six years.

Australia construction equipment market is anticipated to register sound revenues in the coming timeframe on the back of the rising e-commerce sales with advanced internet access in the country, where some online platform expanding their network and simultaneously increase in the diversification of warehouse setups which is leading to accelerating the use of forklifts to manage the inventory and is likely to pose a strong growth of transportation industry, which is expected to leave a favorable impact in the coming timeframe and is expected to bolster the tremendous growth of Australia construction equipment market in the upcoming six years.

Key Highlights of the Report:

Australia Construction Equipment Market Overview.
Australia Construction Equipment Market Outlook.
Australia Construction Equipment Market Size and Australia Construction Equipment Market Forecast until 2026.
Historical Data of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume for the Period 2016-2019.
Market Size & Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues & Volume until 2026.
Historical Data of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and Volume, By application, for the Period 2016-2019
Market Size & Forecast of Australia Construction Equipment Market Revenues and Volume, By application, until 2026
Market Drivers and Restraints
Australia Construction Equipment Market Trends and Industry Life Cycle
Porter's Five Force Analysis
Market Opportunity Assessment
Australia Construction Equipment Market Share, By Players
Australia Construction Equipment Market Overview on Competitive Benchmarking
Company Profiles
Key Strategic Recommendations

Markets Covered

The Australia Construction Equipment Market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:

By Types:
- Cranes
  - Mobile Crane
  - Crawler Crane
  - Tower Crane
  - Construction Tractor and Bulldozer
- Earthmoving Equipment
  - Loaders
  - Excavators
  - Motor Grader
- Aerial Work Equipment
  - Articulated Boom Lifts
  - Telescopic Boom Lifts
  - Scissor Lifts
- Material Handling Equipment
  - Telescopic Handlers
  - Forklifts
- Dump Trucks
- Road Construction Equipment
  - Pavers
  - Road Rollers
By Applications:
- Construction
- Oil & Gas
- Mining
- Others (Municipality, Road Construction)