According to a new market research report titled “Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Market by Charging Type (Level 1, Level 2, DCFC), Connection Type (Pantograph, Connector, Wireless), Component (Hardware, Software, Services), Mounting Type (Wall, Pedestal, and Ceiling) Vehicle Type, End-user, and Geography— Global Forecast to 2028”, published by Meticulous Research®, the electric vehicle charging stations market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 26.4% from 2021 to 2028 to reach $103.6 billion by 2028. By volume, this market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 31.1% from 2021 to 2028 to reach 11.6 million units by 2028.
The report defines electric vehicle charging stations as a site where one or more EVSEs (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) are installed. These sites can be residential or commercial. These stations provide electric power to the vehicle. Electric vehicle charging stations commonly called charging dock, charging pile, or EVSE, include the electrical conductors, related equipment, software, and communications protocols that deliver energy efficiently and safely to the vehicle.
The growth of this market is backed by the government initiatives to drive the adoption of electric vehicles and associated infrastructure, rising demand for electric vehicle fast-charging infrastructure, increasing prevalence of range anxiety, and increasing deployment of EVs by shared mobility operators. Moreover, increasing R&D in V2G technology, increasing adoption of electric mobility in emerging economies, and growing deployment of charging stations by retail MNCs provide significant opportunities in this market. However, the high initial cost of installation obstructs the growth of this market to some extent. High electricity tariffs in developing economies is a major challenge for the growth of the electric vehicle charging stations market.
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Market
The COVID-19 pandemic outbreak has caused a widespread economic downturn. Several countries imposed strict lockdowns to contain the infection, thereby leading to the shutdown of manufacturing industries and disruptions in supply chains and production schedules. There has been a significant impact on technology supply chains globally. The economic slowdown has significantly disrupted the automotive industry, causing rapid declines in light vehicle sales. The light vehicles market experienced a decline in revenue close to 20% in 2020. Furthermore, shifts in consumer purchasing behavior due to uncertainty surrounding the pandemic are expected to have significant consequences for the industry's near-future growth. Meanwhile, shortfall and cash crunch have already affected fleet operators' sales, which is expected to widen further in the coming months.
There has been around a 12% decline in the revenue generated by EV charging station solution providers in 2020 as the demand for electric vehicle charging infrastructure has been impacted significantly. Major investments for deploying EV charging infrastructure have halted since most EVSE manufacturers worldwide have been affected due to government restrictions and nationwide lockdowns. For instance, in the U.K., ubitricity and Pod Point halted the construction of new charging stations for the second phase of the Go Ultra Low City Scheme. Similarly, Rolec Services announced temporary suspension of the manufacturing of EV charging stations in the U.K. due to COVID-19 restrictions. These developments have negatively impacted the electric vehicle charging stations market globally since EV charging stations have high installation costs, and market stakeholders have halted the investments in this space.
However, most governments from affected regions have turned to infrastructure rehabilitation for stimulating economic recovery. Several governments are investing in charging infrastructure either through direct investments for public charging stations or by providing subsidies for installing private charging stations at homes and workplaces. Overall, the pandemic has significantly affected the electric vehicles industry and related industries such as EVSE. The COVID-19 crisis has mildly impacted the electric vehicle charging stations market. However, it is expected to witness a decline, as it will take time to recover from the losses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supportive government initiatives for charging infrastructure to drive the demand for EV charging stations market
With technological advancements in electric drivetrain technology, governments worldwide are pushing for transitioning to electric vehicles as a sustainable public and private transportation model. Considering the environmental benefits offered by EVs, governments are increasingly offering incentives and subsidies to purchase EVs and associated charging infrastructure.
Charging stations are an important part of the electric vehicle ecosystem. Several governments provide funding for charging infrastructure development to address the increasing charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. For instance, Norway has established an extensive charging infrastructure to support the adoption of EVs. The government aims to set up fast-charging stations at every 50km. In 2018, Norway became the first country to deploy wireless charging systems for electric taxis operating in Oslo, reducing the need to find chargers and plug-in to charge. Such government initiatives aimed at enhancing the EV charging infrastructure in respective countries play a pivotal role in driving the growth of the electric vehicle charging stations market.
Key Findings in the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Market Study:
To provide efficient analysis, Meticulous Research® has segmented this market based on charging type (level 1, level 2, DCFC), connection type (pantograph, connector, wireless), component (hardware, software, services), mounting type (wall, pedestal, and ceiling), vehicle type (passenger cars, heavy commercial vehicles, light commercial vehicles, two-wheelers & scooters), end user (commercial EV charging stations, residential EV charging stations), and geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa).
Based on charging type, the electric vehicle charging stations market is mainly segmented into Level 2, Level 1, and DC fast charging. The DC fast-charging segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The high growth of this segment is mainly attributed to growing government initiatives for installing fast-charging stations, rebate on the purchase of DC fast-charging stations, increasing investments from automakers towards the development of DC fast-charging station infrastructure to support their long-range battery-electric vehicles, and ability of DC fast chargers to provide faster charging as compared to Level 1 & Level 2 charging stations.
Based on connection type, the connectors segment accounted for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly attributed to government and automakers initiatives to expand the DC fast-charging station infrastructure, increasing investment by stakeholders of electric mobility in emerging economies for developing EV charging infrastructure, and increasing collaboration between electric vehicle charging station providers and utility companies and fuel station operators to deploy charging stations for electric vehicles. However, the wireless EV charging segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on component, the hardware segment accounted for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly attributed to infrastructural developments supporting the transition to electric mobility, increasing demand for EV charging stations in developing and developed economies, and attractive fiscal and non-fiscal incentive plans for setting up manufacturing units of EV charging stations and related components. However, the software segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on mounting type, the wall mount segment accounted for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly attributed to the cost-effectiveness of the wall mount chargers, easy installation process, and various fiscal and non-fiscal incentives to private property owners and management companies for the development of EV charging infrastructure. However, the pedestal mount segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on vehicle type, the electric vehicle charging stations market is segmented into passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers & scooters. The light commercial vehicles segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to growing awareness regarding the role of electric vehicles in reducing emissions, increase in demand for electric vehicles to reduce fleet emissions, and stringent government rules and regulations towards vehicle emissions.
Based on end user, the electric vehicle charging stations market is segmented into commercial EV charging stations and residential EV charging stations. The commercial EV charging stations segment accounted for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly attributed to the growing number of EV charging stations in public places like shopping malls, restaurants, commercial buildings, parking areas, railway stations, and airports; and government initiatives for the installation of publicly accessible charging stations. Moreover, this segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Geographically, the market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The Asia-Pacific region is estimated to account for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market in 2020. The large share of this region is primarily attributed to the growing demand for electric vehicles in countries such as China and Japan, rising government initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which, in turn, is poised to increase the adoption of electric vehicle and associated charging infrastructure, and ongoing investments by various countries for robust charging infrastructure used in shopping malls, public buildings, and parking facilities.
Meticulous Research® – leading global market research company published a research report titled “Food Safety Testing Market by Testing Type (Pathogens, Pesticides, GMO, and Toxins), Technology (Traditional and Rapid), and Food Tested (Meat, Poultry, & Seafood, Processed Food, Fruits & Vegetables, Dairy Products) – Global Forecast to 2027”.
The food safety testing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2020 to reach $29.6 billion by 2027. This market is majorly driven by the factors such as rising incidences of food-borne illnesses, growing consumer awareness regarding the safety of food products, implementation of stringent food safety regulations, and rising demand for convenience and packaged food products among consumers. Additionally, technological advancements for food safety testing methods provide significant growth opportunities for food safety testing in the coming years. However, lack of infrastructure for food control, especially in developing nations hinders the growth of this market to some extent. Moreover, the lack of harmonization of food safety regulations poses a great challenge to the global food safety testing industry stakeholders.
To provide efficient analysis, Meticulous Research® has segmented this market on the basis of testing type (pathogens {salmonella, campylobacter, E.coli, listeria, and others}, pesticides, GMO, toxins, and others), technology (traditional and rapid {PCR, DNA sequencing/NGS, immunoassay, chromatography, and spectroscopy}), food tested (meat, poultry, and seafood, processed food, fruits & vegetables, dairy products, cereals & grains, and others), and geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa).
Based on testing type, the overall food safety testing market is mainly segmented into pathogens, pesticides, Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), toxins, and others. The pathogens segment is estimated to command the largest share of the overall food safety testing market in 2020. However, the GMO segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the growing customer awareness about GM food and rising need for nutritional food products.
Based on technology, the overall food safety testing market is segmented into traditional and rapid technology. The rapid technology segment is estimated to command the largest share of the overall food safety testing market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly due to the factors such as multi-functional testing options in less time; flexible testing to end-user industry; increasing incidences of foodborne diseases, viruses, and other microbiological contaminants associated with inadequate storage conditions; and unsanitary food handling practices. Moreover, this segment is also expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, mainly due to its ability to test a wide range of contaminants in comparison to traditional technology.
Based on food tested, the overall food safety testing market is mainly segmented into meat, poultry, and seafood; processed food; fruits & vegetables; dairy products; cereals & grains; and others. The meat, poultry, and seafood segment is estimated to command the largest share of the overall food safety testing market in 2020. However, the fruits & vegetables segment is expected to witness a significant growth. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the rapidly growing fresh fruits and vegetables industry.
Geographic Review:Geographically, the North America region is estimated to command the largest share of the global food safety testing market in 2020. The large share of this region is primarily attributed to the factors such as well-established food and beverage industry; increased globalization of food trade; advancements in technology; increasing food safety & food quality standards; rising demand for convenience and packaged food products; increased incidence of chemical contamination outbreaks during food processing; and increased GMO testing due to rising import of soy, corn, and canola. However, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Key Players:The key players operating in the global food safety testing market are SGS SA (Switzerland), Intertek Group plc (U.K.), Eurofins Scientific S.E. (Luxembourg), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.), ALS Limited (Australia), Bureau Veritas SA (France), Merieux NutriSciences Corporation (U.S.), AsureQuality Limited (New Zealand), Microbac Laboratories, Inc. (U.S.), Romer Labs Division Holding GmbH (Austria), TΓV SΓD AG (Germany), NEOGEN Corporation (U.S.), FoodChain ID Group, Inc. (U.S.), R J Hill Laboratories Limited (New Zealand), Symbio Laboratories (Australia), and BIOTECON Diagnostics GmbH (Germany) among others.
Key questions answered in the report-
Which are the high growth market segments in terms of the testing type, technology, food tested, and countries?
What is the historical market for food safety testing across the globe?
What are the market forecasts and estimates for the period of 2020-2027?
What are the major drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges in the global food safety testing market?
Who are the major players in the global market and what share of the market do they hold?
Who are the major players in various countries and what share of the market do they hold?
How is the competitive landscape for global food safety testing market?
What are the recent developments in the global food safety testing market?
What are the different strategies adopted by the major players in the market?
What are the key geographic trends, and which are the high growth countries?
Who are the local emerging players in the global food safety testing market and how do they compete with other players?