Ship Leasing Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 14.79 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 27.97 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 13.59 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Ship Leasing Market Analysis
The Ship Leasing Market size is estimated at USD 14.79 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 27.97 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 13.59% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- The COVID-19 pandemic deleteriously affected the ship leasing market. The onset of the pandemic prevented cargo as well as passenger ships from docking at the port of the local authorities, and this led to various merchant sailors being stranded on the ships. Moreover, various ship owners were required to pay additional costs since their ships were stranded on territorial water for an extended period.
- Furthermore, the pandemic also led to a decline in the import and export of products and goods, and this led to an impact on the global shipping industry. The decline in the COVID-19 pandemic led to improvement in terms of the import and export of goods by various countries and bolstered the growth of the shipping industry.
- The rise in demand for cargo transportation through shipping, the surge in international trade, and the increase in the transportation of heavy cargo are the main factors that will drive the growth of the market in the coming years. On the other hand, the complex regulatory framework governing ship leasing activities is expected to be a hindrance to market growth.
Ship Leasing Market Trends
Bareboat Charter Segment is Expected to Witness Significant Growth During the Forecast Period
- The bareboat charter segment is expected to witness a significant growth rate during the forecast period. The alternative ship lease contract to the time charter is the bareboat charter. Under the bareboat charter lease type, the lessee is fully responsible for the operation of the vessel. Under the bareboat charter, the lessor does not carry the operational cost and vessel performance risk, resulting in a more predictable and stable cash flow.
- However, in the case of a customer default, the lessor must first secure repossession of the vessel. The bareboat charter has proven to be the lease contract of choice for the tanker industry as it is important for tanker operators to have control over the vessel because this is the service that they sell to their customers, which constitutes the oil companies and traders.
- Moreover, bareboat charter agreements can prove to be a great financial alternative, especially for people or companies who have problems related to capital. However, on the other hand, the liabilities associated with these arrangements can be quite risky. In other words, having a written bareboat charter in place can easily prevent any miscommunication and can lead to smooth operations. In the present scenario, countries such as Italy, as well as Norway, amongst others, have adopted the bareboat charter form of rentals. Thus, the various advantages offered by bareboat charters will lead to various shipping companies adopting such a form of lease, and this will lead to growth in the market during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Region Is Expected to Witness Significant Growth During The Forecast Period
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period. According to the reports published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the Asia Pacific region has remained the world's leading maritime cargo handling center in 2021, accounting for 42% of exports and 64% of imports. In 2021, around 40% of total containerized trade was on the main East-West routes, namely between Asia, Europe, and the United States.
- Moreover, in 2021, Asian container exporters were among the top five, accounting for almost half the traffic, and included China, Viet Nam, the Republic of Korea, and Japan. Trade in iron ore grew only marginally by 1%, and China accounted for about 73% of world iron ore imports.
- As of January 2022, the top three ship-owning countries, in terms of both dead-weight tonnage and commercial value, included two Asian countries, namely China and Japan. Moreover, China also recorded the second-highest increase in tonnage (13%) among the top 25 ship-owning countries. As of the present scenario, maritime ship supply continues to be dominated by three countries, namely, China, the Republic of Korea, and Japan, which in 2022 together had 94% of the market. In addition, in the past few years, countries such as China and Korea have witnessed an increase in terms of shipbuilding activities by 15.5% and 8.3%, respectively. Additionally, In Viet Nam, the Ministry of Industry and Trade proposed several measures which were aimed at easing issues related to the supply chain along the intra-Asian routes and thereby reducing the burden on traders. Measures proposed by the Ministry also included tax incentives to attract foreign investment in new ships and to encourage private-sector investment in key infrastructure upgrades, as well as measures to encourage fleet renewal and the development of a coastal fleet management program. Thus, with such developments, there will be an increase in new ship leases to carry out new ship operations, and this will lead to a growth in the market during the forecast period.
Ship Leasing Industry Overview
The ship leasing market is semi-consolidated in nature, with the presence of a few players holding significant shares in the market. Some of the prominent players in the airport baggage handling systems market are A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S, Global Ship Lease, Inc., Hamburg Commercial Bank AG, First Ship Lease Trust, and Galbraiths Ltd., amongst others.
These companies have expanded their presence in various regions to provide flexible financing options, which will lead the shipping industry to carry out its operations effectively and efficiently. As the market demand improves with the growth in terms of shipping operations worldwide, it is expected that the smaller players will be acquired to gain a competitive advantage to cater to customers' needs.
Ship Leasing Market Leaders
A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S
Global Ship Lease, Inc.
Hamburg Commercial Bank AG
First Ship Lease Trust
Galbraiths Ltd.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Ship Leasing Market News
October 2023: Global Ship Lease (GSL) signed a contract with Ascenz Marorka to roll out its Smart Shipping system across the GSL fleet. As per the terms of the contract, automatic data collection systems and software designed to enable real-time management and optimization of vessel energy consumption and environmental performance (such as Ascenz Marorka’s weather routing service) would be installed onboard the ships operated by GSL.
December 2022: Russia announced offering India the proposition to lease and build large-capacity ships as insurance on Russian oil amid the G7 price cap on Russian energy purchases. Moreover, the offer was extended by Russia so that India would not have to rely on European insurance services and the charter of tankers.
December 2022: The biggest gas utility company in India, GAIL, signed a contract with a wholly owned unit of Japan's Mitsui O. S. K. Lines Ltd. to time charter a new liquefied natural gas. The new LNG carrier, which is being constructed at South Korea's Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co Ltd, will be the second LNG carrier serving GAIL and is set to begin the time charter in 2023
Ship Leasing Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Deliverables
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Lease Type
5.1.1 Financial Lease
5.1.2 Full-Service Lease
5.2 Application
5.2.1 Container Ships
5.2.2 Bulk Carriers
5.3 Type
5.3.1 Real-Time Lease
5.3.2 Periodic Tenancy
5.3.3 Bareboat Charter
5.3.4 Other Types
5.4 Geography
5.4.1 North America
5.4.1.1 United States
5.4.1.2 Canada
5.4.2 Europe
5.4.2.1 United Kingdom
5.4.2.2 France
5.4.2.3 Germany
5.4.2.4 Rest of Europe
5.4.3 Asia-Pacific
5.4.3.1 China
5.4.3.2 India
5.4.3.3 Japan
5.4.3.4 South Korea
5.4.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4.4 Latin America
5.4.4.1 Brazil
5.4.4.2 Rest of Latin America
5.4.5 Middle East and Africa
5.4.5.1 United Arab Emirates
5.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia
5.4.5.3 South Africa
5.4.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Vendor Market Share
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S
6.2.2 Global Ship Lease, Inc.
6.2.3 Hamburg Commercial Bank AG
6.2.4 First Ship Lease Trust
6.2.5 Galbraiths Ltd.
6.2.6 Bank of Communications Financial Leasing Co., Ltd
6.2.7 ICBC Co., Ltd.
6.2.8 Minsheng Financial Leasing Co., Ltd.
6.2.9 CMB Financial Leasing CO., LTD.
6.2.10 Bothra Group
6.2.11 MUFG Bank, Ltd.
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Ship Leasing Industry Segmentation
Ship leasing refers to a contract between a lessor and a lessee for the hire of a ship for a specific period on payment of specified rentals. In the shipping industry, a lessor (legal owner/leasing company) gives a lessee (operator/shipping company) in consideration of regular lease/hire payments, full possession, and operational control of the ship for an agreed period.
The ship leasing market is segmented by lease type, application, type, and geography. By lease type, the market has been segmented into a financial lease and a full-service lease. By application, the market has been segmented into container ships and bulk carriers. By type, the market has been segmented into a real-time lease, periodic tenancy, bareboat charter, and others. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts for the ship leasing market in major countries across different regions. For each segment, the market size is provided in terms of value (USD).
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Ship Leasing Market Research Faqs
How big is the Ship Leasing Market?
The Ship Leasing Market size is expected to reach USD 14.79 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 13.59% to reach USD 27.97 billion by 2029.
What is the current Ship Leasing Market size?
In 2024, the Ship Leasing Market size is expected to reach USD 14.79 billion.
Who are the key players in Ship Leasing Market?
A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S, Global Ship Lease, Inc., Hamburg Commercial Bank AG, First Ship Lease Trust and Galbraiths Ltd. are the major companies operating in the Ship Leasing Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Ship Leasing Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Ship Leasing Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Ship Leasing Market.
What years does this Ship Leasing Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Ship Leasing Market size was estimated at USD 12.78 billion. The report covers the Ship Leasing Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Ship Leasing Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Ship Leasing Industry Report
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