Market Forecast by Countries (United States, Canada), By Type (Power Generation (Emergency & Standby, Prime Power, Peak Shaving), Marine (Recreational and Commercial)), By Power Rating (0-60 HP, 61-100 HP, 101-300 HP, 301-500 HP, 501-700 HP, above 700 HP) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC4623096 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 200 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 300 |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the North America Engines Market was valued at USD 9.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 16.8 billion by 2031, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2% during the forecast period (2025–2031).
| Report Name | North America Engines Market |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
| Market Size | USD 16.8 billion by 2031 |
| CAGR | 5.2% |
| Growing Sector | Power Generation, Marine, and Industrial Applications |
Below mentioned is the evaluation of year-wise growth rate along with key drivers:
| Years | Est. Annual Growth (%) | Growth Drivers |
| 2020 | 2.4 | Increased demand for backup and standby power in industrial and commercial sectors. |
| 2021 | 4.1 | Adoption of new marine and recreational engines driven by rising leisure activities and eco-conscious consumers. |
| 2022 | 5.6 | Demand for energy-efficient and high-performance engines in power generation and marine sectors. |
| 2023 | 7.3 | Growth in infrastructure projects and rising government investments in renewable energy sources. |
| 2024 | 8.5 | Rapid development in the automotive sector and rise in demand for sustainable marine propulsion systems. |
The North America Engines Market report thoroughly covers the market by By Countries, By Type, By Power Rating, and By Application. The report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers, which would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The North America Engines Market growth has been proliferating over the years, driven by various factors, such as advancements in engine technology and rising demand across power generation and marine. Additionally, the market growth is further driven by the increasing investments in high-performance and energy-efficient engines. In addition to this, governmental policies supporting infrastructure growth and sustainability.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:
| Drivers | Primary Segments Affected | Why it matters (evidence) |
| Government Support & Energy Policies | Power Generation (Emergency & Standby), Marine (Commercial & Recreational) | Government incentives to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency drive engine development. |
| Demand for Sustainable Power Solutions | Power Generation (Prime Power), Marine | Rising demand for energy-efficient and low-emission engines in power generation and marine sectors. |
| Growth in Marine Industry | Marine (Recreational and Commercial) | Increased leisure boating and commercial maritime activities have boosted demand for efficient marine engines. |
| Technological Advancements in Engine Design | Power Generation, Industrial | Continuous advancements in engine technology for higher fuel efficiency and improved reliability. |
| Infrastructure Development | Power Generation (Peak Shaving), Industrial | Large-scale infrastructure projects, increase the need for reliable and efficient engines. |
The North America Engines Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period (2025–2031). Here are several factors contributing to the market growth includes demand for energy-efficient solutions and government incentives for low-emission engines. The rising popularity of sustainable power sources is another major growth proliferating factor. An increase in the demand for energy-efficient and high-performance engines in various sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, and power generation. Additionally, the engines are in high demand due to ongoing advancements in technologies, such as the integration of electric and hybrid technologies. Along with that, the demand for advanced engine systems is on the rise with the rising expansion of the transportation sector, including commercial and electric vehicles.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:
| Restraints | Primary Segments Affected | What this means (evidence) |
| Stringent Emission Regulations | All engine types | Strict emission norms raise compliance costs for engine manufacturers and limit the production of older, inefficient engine models. |
| High Operating Costs | Power Generation (Prime Power), Marine | Rising fuel prices and maintenance costs for high-capacity engines, impact affordability. |
| Market Saturation in Traditional Segments | Power Generation (Standby & Emergency), Industrial | The mature market for conventional engines in certain segments like standby power generation is limiting the growth potential. |
| Renewable Energy Competition | Power Generation | The transition to renewable energy sources (wind, solar) is limiting the market demand for traditional engine-based power solutions. |
| Supply Chain & Component Shortages | All segments | Disruptions in the global supply chain and the reliance on imported components, such as semiconductors and engine parts. |
On the other hand, some challenges that could affect the growth of the market need to be encountered. These challenges are high initial cost of advanced engines and supply chain vulnerabilities. Additionally, the shift to renewable energy is gradually decreasing dependency on conventional engine-based power generation. Strict emission norms raise compliance costs for engine manufacturers and limit the production of older, inefficient engine models.
Several prominent trends reshaping the market growth include:
Some prominent investment opportunities in the market include:
Some leading players operating in the market include:
| Company Name | Caterpillar Inc. |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1925 |
| Headquarters | Deerfield, Illinois, USA |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Caterpillar is a leader in power generation engines, providing both diesel and natural gas engines for industrial, marine, and power generation applications.
| Company Name | Cummins Inc. |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1919 |
| Headquarters | Columbus, Indiana, USA |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Cummins is a prominent manufacturer of diesel, natural gas, and hybrid engines for various industrial and commercial applications, including marine and power generation.
| Company Name | Wärtsilä Corporation |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1834 |
| Headquarters | Helsinki, Finland |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Wärtsilä is a leading player in the development of sustainable and smart technologies for marine and power generation engines.
| Company Name | General Electric Company (GE) |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1892 |
| Headquarters | Boston, Massachusetts, USA |
| Official Website | Click Here |
General Electric is a key player in the development of industrial gas turbines and other high-efficiency engines for power generation applications.
| Company Name | Volvo Penta |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1907 |
| Headquarters | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Volvo Penta is known for its high-performance engines for marine applications, providing both recreational and commercial engines with low emissions and high fuel efficiency.
To promote energy-efficient engines and reduce emissions, various initiatives have been introduced by the authorities across the region. Some of them are U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final Emissions Standards and Canada's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards, which mandate the reduction of particulate matter and nitrogen oxide emissions in industrial and stricter emissions standards for engines in the industrial, marine, and power generation sectors. Additionally, some regulations under the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are aimed at reducing emissions from internal combustion engines.
The North America Engines Market share is estimated to increase in the coming years due to future trends such as an increase in the demand for energy-efficient solutions and growing infrastructure projects. Rising government support for sustainable energy will be another major factor for market growth. Advancements in hybrid and electric engine technologies for both marine and industrial applications will positively impact market expansion. The demand for engines in power generation, especially for emergency and standby power, will also support continued market growth.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the following market segments and their leading categories.
According to Navnita, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, the United States dominates the market due to high industrial and marine activity, as well as strong government policies supporting engine development.
Power Generation (Emergency & Standby) – The power generation engines for emergency and standby applications dominate the market, especially driven by demand from the industrial and commercial sectors.
0-60 HP – Engines in this power rating category are widely used in recreational marine and small-scale industrial applications due to their low operating cost and versatility.
Marine (Recreational and Commercial) – The marine segment, especially for recreational boating and commercial vessels, holds a large market share due to growing interest in leisure activities and commercial maritime operations.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:
| 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 North America Engines Market Overview |
| 3.1 North America Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 North America Engines Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 North America Engines Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 North America Engines Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 North America Engines Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 North America Engines Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.7 North America Engines Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Power Rating, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 North America Engines Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 5 North America Engines Market Trends |
| 6 North America Engines Market, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.1 North America Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2 North America Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Power Rating, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7 United States Engines Market, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.1 United States Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.2 United States Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Power Rating, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8 Canada Engines Market, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.1 Canada Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2 Canada Engines Market, Revenues & Volume, By Power Rating, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9 North America Engines Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 10 North America Engines Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 10.1 North America Engines Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10.2 North America Engines Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10.3 North America Engines Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Rating, 2021 & 2031F |
| 11 North America Engines Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 11.1 North America Engines Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 11.2 North America Engines Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 12 Company Profiles |
| 13 Recommendations |
| 14 Disclaimer |