The rescue hoists and cargo winches market size is projected to reach US$ 3,581.92 million by 2031 from US$ 1,823.22 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 8.8% during 2023–2031. The growing investment in research & development by manufacturers and rising demand from the defense sector are likely to remain a key trend in the market.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Analysis
The direct impact of the high demand for rescue hoists is, however, on the rescue hoists and cargo winches providers/manufacturers who cater to a variety of military and defense needs. The rising expenditure of military and defense capability and the growing need for replacing old and obsolete hoists and cargo winches are creating the demand for advance rescue hoists and cargo winches. The service providers usually provide retrofitting services to the end-user. OEMs generally work in partnership with them in order to reach the end-user effectively. These service providers procure hoists and winches from the OEMS and integrate the same in the helicopters. The end-user is the defense department, firefighting department, medical evacuation team, or maritime department of a country, who directly make purchases of rescue hoists and cargo winches from the OEMs or the retrofitting service providers.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Overview
The major stakeholders in the global market ecosystem include component manufacturers, rescue hoists and cargo winches manufacturers, suppliers and end-users. With the rising demand for rescue hoists and cargo winches across the globe, the component providers of hoists and cargo winches are also experiencing a rise in demand. The components of rescue hoists include winch motor metal, among others. The component manufacturer works in tandem with the OEMS to offer reliable components that comply with the technical specifications.
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Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Drivers and Opportunities
Growing Demand from Military Forces to Favor Market
There is a continuous demand for advanced and capable SAR helicopters and rescue hoists and winches from the military forces of developing countries. The Indian government procured 14 Twin-Engine Heavy Helicopters for Indian Coat Guards in January 2021. These helicopters are anticipated to be operational by 2025–2026. These instances of continuous procurement of new and advanced SAR helicopters have created immense opportunities for component producers of such helicopters, comprising rescue hoists and cargo winches producers, to advance innovative products with improved competencies.
Advancement in Hoists and Winches
The design and technology of rescue hoists have advanced steadily. At present, hoists and winches have become powerful and reliable components for rescue and other emergency services. Manufacturers operating in the market have invested ample time and money to enhance the quality and capability of hoists and winches. For instance, Collin Aerospace introduced rescue hoists with an improved traction drive, better cable handling, and a level wind system to enhance reliability. There has also been mechanical improvement in the hoist and winches, which has made them user-friendly, which is projected to fuel the growth of the rescue hoists and cargo winches market over the forecast period.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Report Segmentation Analysis
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the rescue hoists and cargo winches market analysis are type, application and end users.
- Based on the tool type, the rescue hoists and cargo winches market is divided into hoists, winches, and ground support equipment. The hoists segment held a larger market share in 2023.
- Based on the application, the rescue hoists and cargo winches market is divided into search and rescue, MedEvac, utility, and law enforcement and firefighting. The search and rescue segment held a larger market share in 2023.
- Based on the end users, the rescue hoists and cargo winches market is divided into military forces, law enforcement agencies, fire fighters, and medical evacuation crews. The law enforcement agencies segment held a larger market share in 2023.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Share Analysis by Geography
The geographic scope of the rescue hoists and cargo winches market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.
The scope of the rescue hoists and cargo winches market report encompasses North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Russia, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (South Korea, India, Australia, Japan, China, and the Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Argentina, Brazil, and the Rest of South & Central America). In terms of revenue, North America dominated the rescue hoists and cargo winches market share in 2023. Asia Pacific is the second-largest contributor to the global rescue hoists and cargo winches market, followed by Europe.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Regional Insights
The regional trends and factors influencing the Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Report Scope
Report Attribute | Details |
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Market size in 2023 | US$ 1,823.22 Million |
Market Size by 2031 | US$ 3,581.92 Million |
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) | 8.8% |
Historical Data | 2021-2022 |
Forecast period | 2024-2031 |
Segments Covered |
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Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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Market leaders and key company profiles |
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

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Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market News and Recent Developments
The rescue hoists and cargo winches market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the rescue hoists and cargo winches market are listed below:
- Dart Aerospace with Talon Helicopters has received approval from the Canada transport department to perform night hover refill operations. This operation of firefighting through air will also increase the demand for rescue hoists across the country. (Source: Dart Aerospace, Press Release, March 2021)
- Collins Aerospace announced the launch of the Pegasus hoist, which is completely digitally operated to enable pilotless helicopter rescue operation for its clients. (Source Collins Aerospace, Press Release, January 2020)
Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Report Coverage and Deliverables
The “Rescue Hoists and Cargo Winches Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
- Rescue hoists and cargo winches market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
- Rescue hoists and cargo winches market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
- Detailed PEST and SWOT analysis
- Rescue hoists and cargo winches market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
- Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the rescue hoists and cargo winches market
- Detailed company profiles
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