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AI Impact on Elevator And Escalator Market In India growth, set to increase by USD 913.2 million from 2024-2028, Growing number of high-speed metro projects to boost the revenue, Technavio

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NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global elevator and escalator market in India size is estimated to grow by USD 913.2 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.45% during the forecast period. Growing number of high-speed metro projects is driving market growth, with a trend towards rising demand for customization in elevators. However, high cost of repair and maintenance poses a challenge. Key market players include Beacon Elevator Co. Pvt. Ltd., Blue Star Elevators India Ltd., City lift India Ltd., Easa Elevators Pvt. Ltd., ESCON Elevators Pvt. Ltd., Express Lifts Ltd., Fujitec Co. Ltd., Grj Elevator Pvt. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., Johnson Lifts Pvt. Ltd., Kinetic Hyundai Elevator and Movement Technologies Ltd., KONE Corp., Mitsubishi Electric Corp., Otis Worldwide Corp., RP Bidyut Elevator, Schindler Holding Ltd., SEPL India Ltd., thyssenkrupp AG, Toshiba Corp., and TRIO Elevators Co. India Pvt. Ltd..

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Forecast period

2024-2028

Base Year

2023

Historic Data

2018 – 2022

Segment Covered

Product (Elevator and Escalator), End-user
(Residential and Non-residential), and Geography
(APAC)

Region Covered

India

Key companies profiled

Beacon Elevator Co. Pvt. Ltd., Blue Star Elevators
India Ltd., City lift India Ltd., Easa Elevators Pvt.
Ltd., ESCON Elevators Pvt. Ltd., Express Lifts
Ltd., Fujitec Co. Ltd., Grj Elevator Pvt. Ltd., Hitachi
Ltd., Johnson Lifts Pvt. Ltd., Kinetic Hyundai
Elevator and Movement Technologies Ltd., KONE
Corp., Mitsubishi Electric Corp., Otis Worldwide
Corp., RP Bidyut Elevator, Schindler Holding Ltd.,
SEPL India Ltd., thyssenkrupp AG, Toshiba Corp.,
and TRIO Elevators Co. India Pvt. Ltd.

Key Market Trends Fueling Growth

The Indian elevator and escalator market is witnessing a significant trend towards customization. End-users are demanding tailor-made elevators based on their specifications, which can differ in size, design, and structure. Customization extends to cabin walls, lighting, and floors. For instance, hospital elevators prioritize large-capacity motors for speed and comfort, while maintaining low noise levels. As household income rises, consumers seek visually appealing elevators for home decor. Vendors cater to this demand by offering customized elevators in materials like glass, stainless steel, and wood. The customization trend is driving market growth in India.

The Elevator and Escalator market in India is experiencing significant growth, driven by trends such as predictive maintenance and cloud-based monitoring. Customized systems catering to IT hubs, industrial hubs, tech companies, office spaces, commercial complexes, public spaces, transportation hubs, and residential areas are in high demand. IoT connectivity and AI are integral to modernization and retrofitting of existing buildings, including industrial settings, green building projects, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and retrofitting older buildings. Affordable housing and the tourism industry also contribute to the market’s growth. High-speed and high-capacity elevators, touchless controls, automation, and conveyor belts are essential for urban mobility and passenger segment. Security features, sustainability goals, and eco-friendly materials are key considerations. Category-wise insights include commercial spaces, office buildings, shopping centers, and retail outlets. Smart cities and construction activities are also major factors fueling the market’s expansion.

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Market Challenges

The elevator and escalator market in India faces significant challenges due to the high operational costs. New installations of elevators and escalators have a lifespan of 20-30 years, but their continuous maintenance is essential due to common issues like getting stuck, non-functioning call boxes, odd noises, and bumpy rides. Elevator components, such as door hardware, landing entrance doors, pistons, traveling cables, cab operating panels, cab wiring, motors, lift lighting, and fans, often require frequent repairs. Replacement costs vary from USD100 to USD3,000 for low-end elevators and escalators, while modernization can cost more than USD200 for fixtures and over USD7,000 for control systems. Installing a new piston or motor costs over USD10,000. High repair, replacement, and maintenance costs may discourage property owners from modernizing their lifts and escalators, potentially limiting market growth.

The Indian elevator and escalator market is witnessing significant growth, driven by infrastructure development in sectors like hospitality, airports, train stations, and bus terminals, especially in urban areas. However, challenges persist, including safety concerns due to injuries and fatalities from accidents caused by unsafe practices and faulty designs. To address these issues, there is a growing demand for smart elevators and escalators that prioritize energy efficiency, vertical transport, and sustainable urban spaces. Building height and high-rise construction are key factors driving the market, with a focus on “Housing for all,” new installation in offices, malls, residential apartments, hotels, retail establishments, leisure parks, and more. Retrofitting projects are also gaining traction, as building owners look to upgrade existing systems to meet modern building codes and improve elevator traffic flow. In smaller cities, smart systems are being adopted to enhance energy savings and ensure safety in vertical transportation systems.

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Segment Overview 

This elevator and escalator market in India report extensively covers market segmentation by

Product 1.1 Elevator1.2 EscalatorEnd-user 2.1 Residential2.2 Non-residentialGeography 3.1 APAC

1.1 Elevator- In India, the elevator market is witnessing growth due to the increasing construction of high-rise buildings and the preference for energy-efficient solutions. Traditional elevator technologies, such as hydraulic, machine-room-less (MRL), and traction, are used in various building structures. Hydraulic elevators are commonly used in low-rise buildings due to their lower maintenance costs. Traction elevators, which are more performance-oriented, are preferred in mid- and high-rise buildings. KONE, thyssenkrupp, and Schindler are leading vendors offering innovative, cost-effective, and energy-efficient elevator solutions. The demand for multifamily rental buildings and commercial spaces is driving the growth of the traction elevator market. The use of elevators in high-rise buildings is essential for easy movement of people and goods. Energy-efficient elevators are increasingly preferred due to their long-term economic benefits. The shortage of land availability in India has led to an increase in the number of skyscrapers and high-rise residential buildings, further boosting the demand for elevators.

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Research Analysis

The Elevator and Escalator Market in India is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing construction of high-rise buildings in urban areas. Sustainable urban spaces are a priority, leading to the demand for vertical conveyance systems in commercial and residential buildings. Infrastructure development and building codes are driving the adoption of safe and efficient vertical transportation solutions. Online shopping and smart cities are also contributing to the market growth. However, concerns over injuries, fatalities, and accidents due to unsafe practices, faulty design, and non-compliant products persist. The market is expected to embrace IoT and AI technologies for improved safety, maintenance, and energy efficiency. Construction activities in the residential and commercial industries are expected to continue fueling the demand for elevators and escalators in India.

Market Research Overview

The Elevator and Escalator Market in India is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing construction of high-rise buildings in urban areas. Vertical transportation systems are becoming essential infrastructure in India’s sustainable urban spaces, with high-rise buildings, multi-story residential complexes, commercial buildings, and IT hubs leading the way. Infrastructure development and modernization of older buildings through retrofitting projects are also driving market growth. Building codes and regulations are being updated to ensure safety and energy savings through the use of smart systems, such as destination control systems, predictive maintenance, cloud-based monitoring, and customized systems. The market is not limited to large cities but is expanding to smaller cities as well. The use of IoT, AI, and eco-friendly materials in vertical conveyance systems is a growing trend in green building projects. The passenger segment, including the hospitality sector, airports, train stations, and bus terminals, is a significant market for high-speed and high-capacity elevators. The market also caters to various industries, including educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and affordable housing, among others. Safety features, urban mobility, and touchless controls are becoming increasingly important in the market. The market is expected to continue growing as India strives to meet its smart cities goals and provide housing for all.

Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation

ProductElevatorEscalatorEnd-userResidentialNon-residentialGeographyAPAC

7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Company Landscape
11 Company Analysis
12 Appendix

About Technavio

Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions.

With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio’s report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio’s comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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