In 2020, about 82.66 percent of the total population in the United States lived in cities and urban areas. As the United States was one of the earliest nations to industrialize, it has had a comparatively high rate of urbanization over the past two centuries. The urban population became larger than the rural population during the 1910s, and by the middle of the century it is expected that almost 90 percent of the population will live in an urban setting. Regional development of urbanization in the U.S. The United States began to urbanize on a larger scale in the 1830s, as technological advancements reduced the labor demand in agriculture, and as European migration began to rise. One major difference between early urbanization in the U.S. and other industrializing economies, such as the UK or Germany, was population distribution. Throughout the 1800s, the Northeastern U.S. became the most industrious and urban region of the country, as this was the main point of arrival for migrants. Disparities in industrialization and urbanization was a key contributor to the Union's victory in the Civil War, not only due to population sizes, but also through production capabilities and transport infrastructure. The Northeast's population reached an urban majority in the 1870s, whereas this did not occur in the South until the 1950s. As more people moved westward in the late 1800s, not only did their population growth increase, but the share of the urban population also rose, with an urban majority established in both the West and Midwest regions in the 1910s. The West would eventually become the most urbanized region in the 1960s, and over 90 percent of the West's population is urbanized today. Urbanization today New York City is the most populous city in the United States, with a population of 8.3 million, while California has the largest urban population of any state. California also has the highest urbanization rate, although the District of Columbia is considered 100 percent urban. Only four U.S. states still have a rural majority, these are Maine, Mississippi, Montana, and West Virginia.

In 2025, the degree of urbanization worldwide was at 58 percent. North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean were the regions with the highest level of urbanization, with over four-fifths of the population residing in urban areas. The degree of urbanization defines the share of the population living in areas defined as "cities". On the other hand, less than half of Africa's population lives in urban settlements. Globally, China accounts for over one-quarter of the built-up areas of more than 500,000 inhabitants. The definition of a city differs across various world regions - some countries count settlements with 100 houses or more as urban, while others only include the capital of a country or provincial capitals in their count. Largest agglomerations worldwideThough North America is the most urbanized continent, no U.S. city was among the top ten urban agglomerations worldwide in 2023. Tokyo-Yokohama in Japan was the largest urban area in the world that year, with 37.7 million inhabitants. New York ranked 13th, with 21.4 million inhabitants. Eight of the 10 most populous cities are located in Asia. ConnectivityIt may be hard to imagine how the reality will look in 2050, with 70 percent of the global population living in cities, but some statistics illustrate the ways urban living differs from suburban and rural living. American urbanites may lead more “connected” (i.e., internet-connected) lives than their rural and/or suburban counterparts. As of 2021, around 89 percent of people living in urban areas owned a smartphone. Internet usage was also higher in cities than in rural areas. On the other hand, rural areas always have, and always will, attract those who want to escape the rush of the city.

20 year Projected Urban Growth scenarios. Base year is 2000. Projected year in this dataset is 2020.

By 2020, most forecasters agree, California will be home to between 43 and 46 million residents-up from 35 million today. Beyond 2020 the size of California's population is less certain. Depending on the composition of the population, and future fertility and migration rates, California's 2050 population could be as little as 50 million or as much as 70 million. One hundred years from now, if present trends continue, California could conceivably have as many as 90 million residents.

Where these future residents will live and work is unclear. For most of the 20th Century, two-thirds of Californians have lived south of the Tehachapi Mountains and west of the San Jacinto Mountains-in that part of the state commonly referred to as Southern California. Yet most of coastal Southern California is already highly urbanized, and there is relatively little vacant land available for new development. More recently, slow-growth policies in Northern California and declining developable land supplies in Southern California are squeezing ever more of the state's population growth into the San Joaquin Valley.

How future Californians will occupy the landscape is also unclear. Over the last fifty years, the state's population has grown increasingly urban. Today, nearly 95 percent of Californians live in metropolitan areas, mostly at densities less than ten persons per acre. Recent growth patterns have strongly favored locations near freeways, most of which where built in the 1950s and 1960s. With few new freeways on the planning horizon, how will California's future growth organize itself in space? By national standards, California's large urban areas are already reasonably dense, and economic theory suggests that densities should increase further as California's urban regions continue to grow. In practice, densities have been rising in some urban counties, but falling in others.

These are important issues as California plans its long-term future. Will California have enough land of the appropriate types and in the right locations to accommodate its projected population growth? Will future population growth consume ever-greater amounts of irreplaceable resource lands and habitat? Will jobs continue decentralizing, pushing out the boundaries of metropolitan areas? Will development densities be sufficient to support mass transit, or will future Californians be stuck in perpetual gridlock? Will urban and resort and recreational growth in the Sierra Nevada and Trinity Mountain regions lead to the over-fragmentation of precious natural habitat? How much water will be needed by California's future industries, farms, and residents, and where will that water be stored? Where should future highway, transit, and high-speed rail facilities and rights-of-way be located? Most of all, how much will all this growth cost, both economically, and in terms of changes in California's quality of life?

Clearly, the more precise our current understanding of how and where California is likely to grow, the sooner and more inexpensively appropriate lands can be acquired for purposes of conservation, recreation, and future facility siting. Similarly, the more clearly future urbanization patterns can be anticipated, the greater our collective ability to undertake sound city, metropolitan, rural, and bioregional planning.

Consider two scenarios for the year 2100. In the first, California's population would grow to 80 million persons and would occupy the landscape at an average density of eight persons per acre, the current statewide urban average. Under this scenario, and assuming that 10% percent of California's future population growth would occur through infill-that is, on existing urban land-California's expanding urban population would consume an additional 5.06 million acres of currently undeveloped land. As an alternative, assume the share of infill development were increased to 30%, and that new population were accommodated at a density of about 12 persons per acre-which is the current average density of the City of Los Angeles. Under this second scenario, California's urban population would consume an additional 2.6 million acres of currently undeveloped land. While both scenarios accommodate the same amount of population growth and generate large increments of additional urban development-indeed, some might say even the second scenario allows far too much growth and development-the second scenario is far kinder to California's unique natural landscape.

This report presents the results of a series of baseline population and urban growth projections for California's 38 urban counties through the year 2100. Presented in map and table form, these projections are based on extrapolations of current population trends and recent urban development trends. The next section, titled Approach, outlines the methodology and data used to develop the various projections. The following section, Baseline Scenario, reviews the projections themselves. A final section, entitled Baseline Impacts, quantitatively assesses the impacts of the baseline projections on wetland, hillside, farmland and habitat loss.

In 2024, approximately 67 percent of the total population in China lived in cities. The urbanization rate has increased steadily in China over the last decades. Degree of urbanization in China Urbanization is generally defined as a process of people migrating from rural to urban areas, during which towns and cities are formed and increase in size. Even though urbanization is not exclusively a modern phenomenon, industrialization and modernization did accelerate its progress. As shown in the statistic at hand, the degree of urbanization of China, the world's second-largest economy, rose from 36 percent in 2000 to around 51 percent in 2011. That year, the urban population surpassed the number of rural residents for the first time in the country's history.The urbanization rate varies greatly in different parts of China. While urbanization is lesser advanced in western or central China, in most coastal regions in eastern China more than two-thirds of the population lives already in cities. Among the ten largest Chinese cities in 2021, six were located in coastal regions in East and South China. Urbanization in international comparison Brazil and Russia, two other BRIC countries, display a much higher degree of urbanization than China. On the other hand, in India, the country with the worlds’ largest population, a mere 36.3 percent of the population lived in urban regions as of 2023. Similar to other parts of the world, the progress of urbanization in China is closely linked to modernization. From 2000 to 2024, the contribution of agriculture to the gross domestic product in China shrank from 14.7 percent to 6.8 percent. Even more evident was the decrease of workforce in agriculture.

In 2023, approximately a third of the total population in India lived in cities. The trend shows an increase of urbanization by more than 4 percent in the last decade, meaning people have moved away from rural areas to find work and make a living in the cities. Leaving the fieldOver the last decade, urbanization in India has increased by almost 4 percent, as more and more people leave the agricultural sector to find work in services. Agriculture plays a significant role in the Indian economy and it employs almost half of India’s workforce today, however, its contribution to India’s GDP has been decreasing while the services sector gained in importance. No rural exodus in sightWhile urbanization is increasing as more jobs in telecommunications and IT are created and the private sector gains in importance, India is not facing a shortage of agricultural workers or a mass exodus to the cities yet. India is a very densely populated country with vast areas of arable land – over 155 million hectares of land was cultivated land in India as of 2015, for example, and textiles, especially cotton, are still one of the major exports. So while a shift of the workforce focus is obviously taking place, India is not struggling to fulfill trade demands yet.

Middle East And North Africa Taxi Market size is growing at a faster pace with substantial growth rates over the last few years and is estimated that the market will grow at a CAGR of 4.86% during the forecast period. i.e. 2026 to 2032.

Key Market Drivers

Rapid Urbanization and Population Growth: Rapid urbanization and population growth in MENA countries are propelling the taxi market forward. According to the World Bank's MENA Economic Update 2023, the MENA region's urban population is predicted to double to 724 million by 2050, with current urbanization rates of 3.8% per year. Between 2020 and 2023, the demand for taxi services in key MENA cities increased by 45% due to urbanization.

Growing Tourism Sector in MENA Countries: The rising tourism sector in MENA countries is significantly increasing taxi service demand. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the MENA region hosted more than 100 million international tourists in 2023, up 65% from 2022.

In 2024, Gabon had the highest urbanization rate in Africa, with over 90 percent of the population living in urban areas. Libya and Djibouti followed at around 82 percent and 79 percent, respectively. On the other hand, many countries on the continent had the majority of the population residing in rural areas. As of 2023, urbanization in Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, and Burundi was below 20 percent. A growing urban population On average, the African urbanization rate stood at approximately 45 percent in 2023. The number of people living in urban areas has been growing steadily since 2000 and is forecast to increase further in the coming years. The urbanization process is particularly rapid in Burundi, Uganda, and Tanzania. In these countries, the urban population grew by over five percent in 2023 compared to the previous year. However, in 39 countries on the continent, the urban population growth was over three percent. The most populous cities in Africa Africa’s largest city is Lagos in Nigeria, counting around nine million people. It is followed by Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Cairo in Egypt, each with over seven million inhabitants. Moreover, other cities on the continent are growing rapidly. The population of Bujumbura in Burundi will increase by 123 percent between 2020 and 2035, registering the highest growth rate on the continent. Other fast-growing cities are Zinder in Niger, Kampala in Uganda, and Kabinda in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

In 2024, about 943.5 million people lived in urban regions in China and 464.8 million in rural. That year, the country had a total population of approximately 1.41 billion people. As of 2024, China was the second most populous country in the world. Urbanization in China Urbanization refers to the process by which people move from rural to urban areas and how a society adapts to the population shift. It is usually seen as a driving force in economic growth, accompanied by industrialization, modernization and the spread of education. Urbanization levels tend to be higher in industrial countries, whereas the degree of urbanization in developing countries remains relatively low. According to World Bank, a mere 19.4 percent of the Chinese population had been living in urban areas in 1980. Since then, China’s urban population has skyrocketed. By 2024, about 67 percent of the Chinese population lived in urban areas. Regional urbanization rates In the last decades, urbanization has progressed greatly in every region of China. Even in most of the more remote Chinese provinces, the urbanization rate surpassed 50 percent in recent years. However, the most urbanized areas are still to be found in the coastal eastern and southern regions of China. The population of Shanghai, the largest city in China and the world’s seventh largest city ranged at around 24 million people in 2023. China’s urban areas are characterized by a developing middle class. Per capita disposable income of Chinese urban households has more than doubled between 2010 and 2020. The emerging middle class is expected to become a significant driver for the continuing growth of the Chinese economy.

These data are made of two files. One file provides the observed data we collected and cleaned from the World Bank database. The second file provides the simulation results from the STIRPAT model we designed based on the observed data abovementioned. Our results can be summarised as follows:

Since 2015, the detrimental effects of plastic pollution have attracted media, public, and governmental attention. Considering economic growth is inevitable and a key driver of plastic contamination, it is worthwhile to analyze the environmental Kuznets curve (EKC) relationship between economic development and plastic pollution. To this end, we contribute by being the first to (i) use the Stochastic Impacts by Regression on Population, Affluence, and technology model (STIRPAT model) to investigate this EKC relationship; (ii) provide a comprehensive analysis of how demographic factors affect plastic pollution; and (iii) use panel model techniques to examine the drivers of plastic pollution. Our empirical results support an inverted U-shaped relationship between plastic pollution and income. They show that at current trends, global plastic pollution (that is, annual discard of inadequately managed plastic waste) is expected to grow from 52 million tons per year in 2020 to 257 million tons per year in 2050.

Intelligent Community System Market Outlook

The global Intelligent Community System market size was valued at approximately USD 14.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach around USD 35.7 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2% from 2024 to 2032. This impressive growth is driven by a myriad of factors including technological advancements, increasing urbanization, and government initiatives aimed at smart city development.

A primary growth factor for the Intelligent Community System market is the escalating need for sustainable urban development. With over 55% of the global population currently residing in urban areas—a figure expected to rise to nearly 68% by 2050—there is an increasing demand for smart solutions to improve the quality of urban life. Intelligent community systems offer integrated solutions for managing urban infrastructure more efficiently, which is crucial to accommodate this rapid urbanization while minimizing environmental impact.

Another significant driver is the advancement in Internet of Things (IoT) technology. IoT serves as the backbone of intelligent community systems, enabling devices and systems to communicate and share data seamlessly. This connectivity allows for real-time monitoring and management of various community services such as energy distribution, waste management, and public safety. The declining costs of IoT devices and improvements in wireless communication technology are further propelling the market.

Government initiatives and public-private partnerships are also playing a crucial role in the market's expansion. Governments worldwide are investing heavily in smart city projects to improve urban living standards and drive economic growth. For example, the European Union has allocated billions of euros towards smart city initiatives under its Horizon 2020 program. Similarly, countries like China and India are implementing large-scale smart city plans, thereby creating a conducive environment for the growth of intelligent community systems.

Regionally, the Asia-Pacific market is expected to show the highest growth rate due to rapid urbanization and significant investments in smart city projects by countries like China, India, and Japan. North America and Europe are also significant markets, benefiting from early adoption of advanced technologies and substantial government funding. Meanwhile, regions like Latin America and Middle East & Africa are gradually catching up, driven by increasing awareness and governmental support for smart infrastructure.

Component Analysis

The Intelligent Community System market is segmented by components into Hardware, Software, and Services. Hardware forms the backbone of any intelligent community system, comprising sensors, actuators, communication devices, and other physical infrastructures. The increasing deployment of IoT sensors and smart devices is driving the demand for hardware components. These devices collect real-time data, which is crucial for monitoring and managing community services efficiently.

Software plays a pivotal role in processing the data collected by hardware components. Advanced analytics, machine learning algorithms, and AI are integrated into the software to provide actionable insights. This segment is expected to witness significant growth due to the rising need for data analytics and real-time decision-making capabilities. Software solutions enable predictive maintenance, efficient energy management, and enhanced public safety, thus contributing significantly to the overall market growth.

The Services segment encompasses consultancy, implementation, and maintenance services essential for deploying and sustaining intelligent community systems. As the complexity and scale of smart community projects increase, there is a growing demand for specialized services to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance. Consultancy services help in planning and designing efficient systems, while implementation services ensure the successful deployment of these systems. Furthermore, maintenance services are crucial for the long-term sustainability of intelligent community systems.

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The Structural Adhesives Market study is a comprehensive report with in-depth qualitative and quantitative research evaluating the current scenario and analyzing the growth of 1.36 million tons and CAGR of 7% by segment Type, Geography, and Application during the forecast period 2019 to 2024

Furthermore, this report extensively covers the smart home appliances market segmentation by type (urethane, epoxy, acrylic, cyanoacrylic, and others), geography (APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and MEA), and application (construction, transportation, aviation, wind energy, and others). The market report also offers information on several market vendors, including3M Co., ALTANA AG, Arkema SA, Ashland Global Holdings Inc., Dow Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Evonik Industries AG, H.B. Fuller Co., Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, and Sika AG

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Parent Market Analysis

Technavio categorizes the Structural Adhesives Market as a part of the Materials industry within the Chemicals industry. Our Technavio research report has extensively covered external factors influencing the parent market growth potential in the coming years, which will determine the levels of growth of the forecast year.

Structural Adhesives Market: Key Drivers, Trends, and Challenges

Our research analysts have studied the historical data and deduced the key market drivers and the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the structural adhesives industry. The holistic analysis of the drivers will help deduce end goals and refine marketing strategies to gain a competitive edge.

Key Structural Adhesives Market Driver

One of the key factors driving growth in the market is the increase in urbanization and infrastructure investment. The growth in urbanization and an increase in infrastructure investment are driving the market for structural adhesives. These adhesives are used in architectural cladding, modular buildings, doors, and windows. The bonding applications of these adhesives include corner key joints, internal reinforcements, perimeter bond frames, and others. The global construction market is expected to reach USD 12 trillion by 2020, fostered by economic and demographic factors. An increase in urbanization and rising consumer confidence are contributing to the increase in the number of construction projects. The shortage of housing, traffic congestion, and passenger traffic is increasing in cities of APAC due to an increase in urban population. To cater to the needs of the growing urban population, countries in APAC are focusing on urban development. For instance, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of India released an estimated budget of around USD 13 billion during 2020-2021 for building national highways, roads, and bridges and maintaining the existing infrastructure, which is around 11% higher than the revised estimates for 2019-20. Furthermore, the Government of China plans to invest over USD 1 trillion in urban infrastructure projects by 2030. Such large investments by governments are expected to propel the demand for adhesives and sealants, including structural adhesives, from the regional construction industry during the forecast period.

Key Structural Adhesives Market Challenge

The fluctuating raw material prices will be a major challenge for the market during the forecast period. The fluctuating cost of raw materials used for manufacturing adhesives is a major challenge for the global market. The prices of raw materials, such as polyurethane, silicone, epoxy, and others, have been fluctuating since 2005. Polyol and diisocyanates (methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) and toluene diisocyanate (TDI)) used for the production of polyurethane are expensive. These chemicals are derived from crude oil. The fluctuating oil prices and a shortage of raw materials, such as base chemicals, for resins, have contributed to the rising costs, thereby increasing manufacturing costs and decreasing the profit margins of vendors. Many vendors have increased the prices of their products to cope with the growing cost of raw materials. The increasing price of chemicals due to the high cost of raw materials and, consequently, lower profit margins are expected to restrict their use in a few applications, thereby posing a challenge to the manufacturers. Furthermore, the process of certification of raw materials used in structural adhesives is lengthy and complicated as it involves government intervention. Therefore, the vendors cannot introduce their newly developed products easily, which again poses a challenge to market growth.

Structural Adhesives Market Value Chain Analysis

Our report provides extensive information on the value chain analysis for the structural adhesives market, which vendors can leverage to gain a competitive advantage during the forecast period. The end-to-e

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Inflatable Sprinklers for Kids Market Outlook

According to our latest research, the global inflatable sprinklers for kids market size reached USD 1.42 billion in 2024, with a recorded compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3% from 2020 to 2024. The market is projected to further expand, reaching a forecasted value of USD 2.81 billion by 2033, as per our CAGR-based calculations. This robust growth is primarily driven by rising consumer awareness regarding outdoor recreational activities for children, coupled with increasing disposable incomes and a growing emphasis on child wellness and development.

One of the primary growth factors for the inflatable sprinklers for kids market is the increasing prioritization of outdoor play and physical activity among children, especially as parents become more conscious of the health risks associated with sedentary lifestyles and excessive screen time. The COVID-19 pandemic further accentuated the need for at-home recreational solutions, leading to a surge in demand for safe, engaging, and affordable water play products. Inflatable sprinklers have emerged as a preferred choice due to their portability, ease of setup, and ability to provide hours of entertainment in the safety of home environments. Additionally, product innovation, such as animal-shaped and interactive sprinklers, has attracted greater interest from both children and parents, fueling market expansion.

Another key driver is the rapid urbanization and expansion of middle-class households in emerging economies, notably in the Asia Pacific and Latin America regions. As more families gain access to private outdoor spaces and disposable income, the propensity to invest in recreational products for children has risen significantly. Manufacturers are capitalizing on this trend by introducing cost-effective and visually appealing products tailored to diverse consumer preferences. Enhanced marketing strategies, including influencer collaborations and targeted digital campaigns, have further elevated product visibility, contributing to a broader consumer base and heightened market penetration.

Environmental consciousness and material innovation are also shaping the landscape of the inflatable sprinklers for kids market. There is a growing demand for eco-friendly materials, such as phthalate-free PVC and recyclable vinyl, as consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of disposable plastic products. Leading brands are responding by incorporating sustainable practices into their production processes, which not only aligns with evolving consumer values but also positions them favorably in a competitive market. This shift toward sustainability is expected to play a pivotal role in market differentiation and long-term growth.

In addition to inflatable sprinklers, the market for Auto Bubble Blowers for Kids is gaining traction as a complementary outdoor play product. These devices offer a magical experience for children, creating a whimsical atmosphere filled with bubbles that enhance any outdoor activity. The appeal of bubble blowers lies in their ability to captivate children’s imaginations while promoting active play. As parents seek diverse options to keep their children engaged outdoors, the demand for bubble blowers has seen a notable increase. Manufacturers are innovating with designs that are easy to use and safe for children, ensuring that these products remain a staple in family-friendly outdoor activities. The integration of bubble blowers with other water play products, such as sprinklers, provides a comprehensive play experience that appeals to both children and parents alike.

From a regional perspective, North America currently dominates the market, accounting for a significant share due to high consumer spending power, widespread product availability, and a strong culture of outdoor family activities. However, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the fastest growth over the forecast period, driven by demographic trends, rising urbanization, and expanding retail networks. Europe and Latin America are also witnessing steady growth, supported by favorable weather conditions and increasing adoption of innovative play solutions. The Middle East & Africa, while currently representing a smaller market share, is expected to register notable gains as awareness and infrastructure i

The Urban Development Program (UDP) monitors and reports on major residential redevelopment projects across metropolitan Melbourne. Major redevelopment projects are those comprising ten or more dwellings. Data is collected from commercial data sources and through analysis of aerial imagery, and is verified through consultations with local council representatives. These include projects which may have an existing planning permit, or are in the planning processes, those that are current under construction, as well as potential longer term projects on sites that local councils have identified for residential purposes. A timing classification is attributed to each project based on commercial data sources, consultation with local councils, and the stage the project has reached in the planning process. The Urban Development Program reports on major redevelopment projects using the following categories: ¿ Completed (a project was completed from Jan 2017 to Jan 2019) ¿ Under Construction (a project was under construction at Jan 2019) ¿ Firm (Recent planning approval, project with pre-sales) ¿ Likely (In planning assessment, planning permit extension may be required to develop) ¿ Possible (Long term redevelopment site, permit lapsed ). While the UDP acknowledges a proportion of proposed projects may be abandoned or delayed, the classification process provides an indicator of available supply provided there is sufficient demand. In addition, it is acknowledged there are also sites within the established parts of Melbourne that may be suitable for residential development into the future but have not yet been identified. The UDP will continue to report on these sites as they are identified for redevelopment for residential purposes. It should also be noted that the timings attached to these projects are indicative. Construction rates can be cyclical in nature, and highly dependent on underlying demand and pre-sales, economic cycles and industry capacity. This can mean that stated development intentions will vary from on the-ground construction activity over time and by location.

Snapshot img { margin: 10px !important; } The global bulldozers market size has the potential to grow by USD 4.21 billion during 2020-2024, and the market’s growth momentum will accelerate throughout the forecast period.

This report provides a detailed analysis of the market by geography (APAC, Europe, MEA, North America, and South America) and end-user (construction, mining, and others). Also, the report analyzes the market’s competitive landscape and offers information on several market vendors including AB Volvo, Action Construction Equipment Ltd., Bell Equipment Ltd., Caterpillar Inc., CNH Industrial NV, Deere & Co., Komatsu Ltd., Liugong Machinery Co. Ltd., Shantui Construction Machinery Co. Ltd., and Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co. Ltd. Market Overview Market Competitive Analysis The market is currently concentrated, and the degree of concentration will increase during the forecast period. The growth of the construction industry and increased investment in infrastructure will offer ample growth opportunities for vendors in the bulldozers market. AB Volvo, Action Construction Equipment Ltd., and Bell Equipment Ltd. are some of the major market participants. Although the accelerating growth momentum will offer immense growth opportunities, the growth of the second-hand machine market will challenge the growth of the market participants. To make the most of the increasing bulldozers market size, companies should focus more on the growth prospects in the fast-growing segments, while maintaining their positions in the slow-growing segments.

To help clients improve their market position, this bulldozers market forecast report provides a detailed analysis of the market leaders and offers information on the competencies and capacities of these companies. The report also covers details on the market’s competitive landscape and provides information on the products offered by various companies. Moreover, this bulldozers market analysis report also includes information on the upcoming trends and challenges that will influence market growth. This will help companies create strategies to make the most of future growth opportunities.

This report provides information on the production, sustainability, and prospects of several leading bulldozer manufacturers, including:

AB Volvo 
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. 
Bell Equipment Ltd.
Caterpillar Inc.
CNH Industrial NV
Deere & Co.
Komatsu Ltd.
Liugong Machinery Co. Ltd.
Shantui Construction Machinery Co. Ltd.
Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co. Ltd.

Bulldozers Market: Segmentation by Region North America was the largest market for bulldozers in 2019, and the region will continue to offer the maximum growth opportunities to market vendors during the forecast period. Factors such as growth of the residential sector and increased government spending on infrastructure development are contributing to the growth of the bulldozers market size in this region.

Over 41% of the market’s growth will originate from North America during the forecast period. The US is a key market for bulldozers in North America. Bulldozers market growth in this region will be faster than the growth of the market in Europe and South America. Bulldozers Market: Segmentation by End-user The construction industry is witnessing rapid growth due to factors such as increasing population, growing economies in emerging countries, and increasing government investments in large-scale infrastructure projects. This rapid growth of the construction industry will fuel the demand for bulldozers during the forecast period.

Market growth in this segment will be faster than the growth of the market in the mining and other segments. This report provides an accurate prediction of the contribution of all the segments to the growth of the bulldozers market size. Bulldozers Market: Key Drivers and Trends The rapid growth in urbanization will be a significant factor in driving the growth of the bulldozers market size. The number of megacities is expected to increase significantly due to rapid urbanization, especially in developing countries such as China, India, and South Africa. The increasing migration of population from rural to urban areas will create a need for the construction of hotels, railways, roads, hospitals, and residential buildings. This rise in construction activities will necessitate the use of construction machinery, such as bulldozers for the development of infrastructure and speeding up construction activities. Hence, with growing urbanization in developing nations, the demand for bulldozers will also increase.

Market vendors are increasingly focusing on continuous design improvements to fulfill the changing requirements of end-users.
The modifications in the design of blades has enabled the development of smaller bulldozers with the characteristics of bigger machines that can be used for various applications, including agriculture, milit

In 2022, roughly ** percent of Bhutan's population resided in urban areas. Comparatively, approximately ** percent of Sri Lanka's population lived in urban areas in 2022.

Urbanization in the APAC region

The Asia-Pacific region is currently experiencing a significant trend towards urbanization, with a growing number of individuals relocating from rural areas to urban centers in pursuit of improved economic prospects. From 2015 to 2020, there was an increase in the urban population throughout Asia. The projection for the region indicates a continuation of urbanization, although at a decelerated rate. As of 2021, a third of the entire population of India resided in urban areas. The data shows a notable upsurge in urbanization in India over the past ten years, indicating a shift of the populace from rural to urban centers in search of employment opportunities and livelihood.

 Population of megacities in APAC 

The APAC region is home to some of the world's most populous megacities. According to recent data, in 2023, the annual metropolitan population growth rate of China surpassed that of other megacities in the APAC region. In contrast to other cities, the three megacities in Japan, namely Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, exhibited the lowest annual population growth rates. That same year, the APAC region was home to ** megacities, more than ten of which were in China. India, Japan, and Pakistan also had more than once megacity each as of January 2023.

The urbanization rate in Africa was estimated at nearly **** percent in 2024. Urbanization on the continent has increased steadily since 2000, when close to ** percent of the total population lived in urban areas. This share is expected to increase further in the coming years. However, the proportion of the rural and urban population varies significantly on the continent. In 2024, Gabon and Libya were the most urbanized countries in Africa, each exceeding ** percent. In contrast, Burundi and Niger registered the lowest urbanization rates, which recorded only ** and ** percent of their populations living in urban areas, respectively. Overall, the degree of urbanization on the continent was lower than the world average, which was set at ** percent as of 2025. In that year, Africa and Asia were the continents with the lowest urbanization rate.

This statistic shows the degree of urbanization in Malaysia from 2014 to 2024. Urbanization means the share of urban population in the total population of a country. In 2024, 79.2 percent of Malaysia's total population lived in urban areas and cities. Urban areas in Malaysia Malaysia is currently one of the most urbanized countries of East Asia, and also one of the most rapidly urbanized regions around the world; over the last ten years, the urban population in Malaysia has increased from around 66 percent in 2004 to 74 percent in 2014. This growth is expected to continue, as people from rural areas migrate to urban areas due to the economy and employment continuing to shift from agriculture to industry and services. At present, the largest city in terms of population is Kuala Lumpur, which is home to around 1.31 million inhabitants - which is still relatively small, considering that the entire population of Malaysia amounts to around 31 million. Malaysia is also home to a number of smaller urban areas, and there are three other urban areas with more than 500,000 inhabitants. Urban areas in Malaysia, notably Kuala Lumpur, are less dense than is common for urban areas in East Asia. This means that dealing with and limiting sprawl will be a challenge. As the urban transformation continues, there is still a chance to find a balance between urban and rural settlements in an equitable, compact and sustainable manner.

This statistic shows the degree of urbanization in Indonesia from 2013 to 2023. Urbanization means the share of urban population in the total population of a country. In 2023, 58.57 percent of Indonesia's total population lived in urban areas and cities. Indonesia's urban and rural population In 2010, 51 percent of the world’s population lived in cities while 49 percent of the world’s population lived in rural areas. Indonesia is a prime example for this almost equal distribution: In 2010, for example, Indonesia’s population was half urban and half rural. While urbanization has been slower in Indonesia than in many other countries around the world, the urbanization process is now progressing rather quickly. The largest city in Indonesia is Jakarta, which is located on the island of Java. It is also the capital and home to close to 10 million of Indonesia’s 273 million inhabitants. Three of the nation’s other large urban areas include Surabaya, Bandung and Bekasi, and are also located on the island of Java. Interestingly, in Indonesia there is a strong correlation between agricultural land, the location of volcanoes and population distribution: Most of the country's active volcanos are located on the island of Java and it is also there where the majority of the population lives and where the agricultural soils are best. Indonesian’s agricultural and urban lands are still somewhat linked spatially. Furthermore, the agricultural sector of the economy is still strong, and around 13 percent of Indonesia's GDP pertains to the agricultural sector. Many people who live in urban regions often go back to the rural region where they come from, and the link to rural agricultural lifestyles remain strong.

While nearly two-thirds of Vietnam remains rural, urbanization has grown by seven percent from 2012 to 2022. Political reforms in the 1980s created greater economic stability in Vietnam in the decade that followed and led to higher urbanization. The growing population of Vietnam, as well as people migrating from rural areas, contributes to an escalating number of inhabitants in the country's already crowded cities. Agricultural sector becoming less prominent In 2008, nearly half the population of Vietnam worked in agriculture. Ten years later, as more people leave rural areas, the service sector is comparable in size, employing roughly a third of the population, while employment in the industry sector has grown to a quarter. Though agriculture has long had the most workers, the service and industry sectors accounted for larger shares of Vietnam’s GDP from 2007 to 2017. Costs in rural and urban areas In rural areas of Vietnam, investment in agriculture – such as the costs of farming – was the second-highest expense in 2019. In urban areas, around the same share was spent on aspirational living costs such as eating out and holidays, while investment was the category with the least amount of monthly spending. The expense associated with farming in rural areas is a possible cause for the increased migration to cities, with fewer people employed in the agricultural sector and more working in services such as health care, education, hospitality, and gastronomy.