| Product Code: ETC5179865 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |

The Ireland Diesel Engine Market witnessed a peak market size of €17.42 million in 2023, with a subsequent decline to €12.97 million in 2024. The market is forecasted to continue shrinking, reaching €8.49 million by 2030, with a CAGR of -6.82% from 2025 to 2030. The market's downturn can be attributed to various factors such as increasing environmental regulations favoring alternative energy sources and the shift towards electric vehicles. Despite the challenging landscape, upcoming projects in Ireland, such as the government's investment in renewable energy infrastructure and sustainable transportation initiatives, are expected to drive innovation and potentially revitalize the diesel engine market in the long term. Industry drivers include technological advancements in engine efficiency and the demand for cleaner and more sustainable transportation solutions.

The Ireland Diesel Engine Market witnessed notable fluctuations in both Exports and Imports over the years. In 2019, Imports dominated the market significantly at €15.98 million, dwarfing Exports at €93.1 thousand. However, the scene shifted in 2020, with Exports dropping to €31.02 thousand while Imports decreased to €7.45 million. By 2021, Exports rose sharply to €323.44 thousand, outpacing Imports at €8.92 million. The trend continued in 2022, with Exports further increasing to €400.66 thousand, while Imports surged to €17.69 million. Notably, a peak was seen in 2024 for Exports at €1.55 million, contrasting with Imports at €11.24 million. By 2025, Exports sustained growth at €1.91 million, while Imports decreased to €9.56 million. The fluctuations in Exports could be attributed to Ireland's expanding manufacturing sector, leading to increased overseas demand. Conversely, the varying Imports reflect shifts in global trade dynamics and domestic consumption patterns, impacting the diesel engine market in Ireland.
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 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Diesel Engine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Diesel Engine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Power Rating, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for diesel-powered vehicles in Ireland due to their fuel efficiency and lower cost of ownership compared to other alternatives. |
4.2.2 Growing focus on reducing carbon emissions and achieving environmental sustainability goals, leading to the adoption of cleaner diesel engine technologies. |
4.2.3 Expansion of industries such as transportation, construction, and agriculture in Ireland, driving the need for diesel engines to power heavy machinery and vehicles. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent government regulations and policies aimed at reducing diesel emissions, leading to challenges in meeting emission standards and increasing compliance costs for diesel engine manufacturers. |
4.3.2 Volatility in global oil prices impacting the cost of diesel fuel, potentially affecting the overall demand for diesel engines in Ireland. |
4.3.3 Increasing competition from alternative power sources such as electric and hybrid engines, posing a threat to the growth of the diesel engine market in Ireland. |
5 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Trends |
6 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Diesel Engine Market, By Power Rating |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.5 MW? ??1 MW, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Up to 0.5 MW, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 2 MW? ??5 MW, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By 1 MW? ??2 MW, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 5 MW, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By , 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market, By End User |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Automotive, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average age of diesel engine fleet in Ireland, indicating the potential for replacements and new sales. |
8.2 Adoption rate of advanced diesel engine technologies in Ireland, reflecting the market's readiness for innovation and sustainability. |
8.3 Number of new infrastructure projects in key industries requiring diesel-powered machinery, serving as a proxy for market demand and growth potential. |
9 Ireland Diesel Engine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Rating, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Diesel Engine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Diesel Engine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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