Global scaffolding sector set to hit $16bn by 2030

The global scaffolding and accessories market is set to grow by at least 8% a year between now and 2030, expanding from a total value of $12bn today to $16bn in four years’ time. This is according to new research by data research firm Researchandmarkets.com which has published a new report, The Scaffolding and Accessories Market Report 2026.

The research looks at global statistics, considers competitor market shares in each region and analyses major industry trends. The report highlights that scaffolding and associated accessories has been on a steady growth path in recent years with 2025’s compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4% being typical.  

The authors put the steady growth down to “rising demand for temporary construction support, the adoption of modular scaffold systems, and expanded industrial construction projects, alongside growth in shipbuilding and the oil and gas sectors.”

The result of innovation and hard work

Clive Dickin, Group CEO at NASC and CISRS, is not surprised by the report’s findings. “While the report’s authors describe the market as ‘soaring’, I see it more as steady but expected expansion based on hard work and innovation of those working in scaffolding around the world.

“Our work with the International Association for Scaffolding and Access (IASA) has shown us that, while the details and preferences of individual markets may vary, there is a consistent theme of growth and a growing recognition of the importance of scaffolding and access as a crucial part of all economies.”

But Dickin says there are some obvious headwinds in the UK. “We are seeing some members struggling right now, with potential problems looming from a stagnant UK economy. Government procurement, whether for the planned 1.5 million homes or other major infrastructure projects, is not progressing at the speed we need to see. These projects are not starting as quickly as we’d all like to see.”

A $16bn sector

Nevertheless, the report predicts the future market size for scaffolding and associated accessories will reach $16.3 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 8.1% over the four years. It lists the factors propelling this growth as, “Smart monitoring and automated solutions, adoption of adjustable scaffold components, and lightweight materials development.”

Other prominent trends identified include “AI-driven safety measures, operational controls, and the integration of smart material tracking systems on construction sites.”

The report also looks in detail at the major manufacturers and identifies market share in each major territory. The report also highlights challenges for the sector from the instability in global trade relations with the increased use of tariffs, which can impact costs for imported materials. One outcome of this development, according to the report’s authors, is that it has encouraged “local manufacturing and innovations in modular solutions, strengthening local supply chains”.

The report tackles pressing questions about the largest and fastest-growing sectors within the scaffolding and accessories market, its economic ties, and influential forces like tech disruptions, regulatory changes, and evolving consumer preferences. Spanning characteristics, size, growth, segmentation, and geographical breakdowns, it evaluates market potential and competitiveness alongside historical trends and forecasts.

What the report does:

• Analyses market features, innovations key product differentiators.
• Explores the supply chain, including raw materials and competitor analysis.
• Highlights market evolution due to changing technology trends and innovations.
• Overviews regulatory frameworks and investment patterns.
• Estimates market potential via TAM and MAS, offering strategic insights for growth.
• Details market segmentation and analyses each submarket, reinforcing regional importance.
• Delves into competitive dynamics, providing a thorough competitor evaluation and recent financial dealings.