Market overview
The global marine loading arms market is worth USD 530 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 949 mn by 2036, growing at a 6.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Crude oil and products is the largest by cargo segment.
| Scope | Articulated loading and unloading arms for transferring liquids and liquefied gases between tankers and shore at marine terminals, including hydraulic and manual arms and quick connect couplers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Value 2025 | USD 500 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 530 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 949 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 1,486 units |
| Volume 2036 | 2,183 units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 356,600 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Marine Loading Arms market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 530 mn |
| 2027 | USD 562 mn |
| 2028 | USD 596 mn |
| 2029 | USD 631 mn |
| 2030 | USD 669 mn |
| 2031 | USD 709 mn |
| 2032 | USD 752 mn |
| 2033 | USD 797 mn |
| 2034 | USD 845 mn |
| 2035 | USD 895 mn |
| 2036 | USD 949 mn |
Marine Loading Arms market segmentation
By cargo
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude oil and products | 38.0% | 34.6% | USD 201 mn | 5.0% |
| LNG and LPG | 34.0% | 39.1% | USD 180 mn | 7.5% |
| Chemicals | 18.0% | 17.2% | USD 95 mn | 5.5% |
| Other liquids | 10.0% | 9.1% | USD 53 mn | 5.0% |
By arm type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic arms | 54.0% | 54.9% | USD 286 mn | 6.2% |
| Manual arms | 30.0% | 26.4% | USD 159 mn | 4.7% |
| Emergency release systems and couplers | 16.0% | 18.7% | USD 85 mn | 7.7% |
By arm size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 8-inch | 22.0% | 20.0% | USD 117 mn | 5.0% |
| 10 to 16-inch | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 244 mn | 5.5% |
| Above 16-inch | 32.0% | 36.0% | USD 170 mn | 7.3% |
By arm material
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon steel | 52.0% | 48.0% | USD 276 mn | 5.2% |
| Stainless steel | 32.0% | 34.0% | USD 170 mn | 6.6% |
| Aluminium and composite | 16.0% | 18.0% | USD 85 mn | 7.3% |
By work type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New installation | 62.0% | 58.0% | USD 329 mn | 5.3% |
| Retrofit and replacement | 24.0% | 26.0% | USD 127 mn | 6.8% |
| Service and spares | 14.0% | 16.0% | USD 74 mn | 7.4% |
Top 25 countries for marine loading arms by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 66.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 89.3%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 117 mn | 22.0% | USD 187 mn | 4.8% |
| 2 | China | USD 58 mn | 11.0% | USD 119 mn | 7.4% |
| 3 | Saudi Arabia | USD 37 mn | 7.0% | USD 75 mn | 7.3% |
| 4 | Brazil | USD 26 mn | 5.0% | USD 51 mn | 6.8% |
| 5 | Canada | USD 26 mn | 5.0% | USD 43 mn | 4.9% |
| 6 | United Arab Emirates | USD 21 mn | 4.0% | USD 46 mn | 8.0% |
| 7 | Norway | USD 19 mn | 3.5% | USD 29 mn | 4.7% |
| 8 | United Kingdom | USD 19 mn | 3.5% | USD 28 mn | 4.0% |
| 9 | Qatar | USD 16 mn | 3.0% | USD 32 mn | 7.3% |
| 10 | Kuwait | USD 13 mn | 2.5% | USD 26 mn | 6.8% |
| 11 | Singapore | USD 13 mn | 2.4% | USD 22 mn | 5.6% |
| 12 | Netherlands | USD 13 mn | 2.4% | USD 18 mn | 3.9% |
| 13 | Japan | USD 12 mn | 2.2% | USD 20 mn | 5.6% |
| 14 | South Korea | USD 11 mn | 2.0% | USD 18 mn | 5.6% |
| 15 | India | USD 9.8 mn | 1.8% | USD 21 mn | 8.0% |
| 16 | Russia | USD 9.0 mn | 1.7% | USD 15 mn | 5.6% |
| 17 | Belgium | USD 8.3 mn | 1.6% | USD 14 mn | 5.6% |
| 18 | Mexico | USD 7.6 mn | 1.4% | USD 13 mn | 5.6% |
| 19 | Malaysia | USD 7.0 mn | 1.3% | USD 12 mn | 5.6% |
| 20 | Italy | USD 6.4 mn | 1.2% | USD 11 mn | 5.5% |
| 21 | Spain | USD 5.9 mn | 1.1% | USD 10 mn | 5.5% |
| 22 | Egypt | USD 5.5 mn | 1.0% | USD 12 mn | 7.9% |
| 23 | Indonesia | USD 5.0 mn | 0.9% | USD 11 mn | 8.0% |
| 24 | Australia | USD 4.6 mn | 0.9% | USD 7.9 mn | 5.5% |
| 25 | Nigeria | USD 4.2 mn | 0.8% | USD 7.3 mn | 5.6% |
| Rest of world | USD 57 mn | 10.7% | USD 101 mn | 5.9% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Emco Wheaton
- TechnipFMC
- SVT
- Liquip
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Kanon
- Gutteling
- Woodfield Systems
- OPW Engineered Systems
- Carbis Loadtec Group
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the marine loading arms market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by cargo, by arm type, by arm size, by arm material, by work type. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the marine loading arms market?
The global marine loading arms market is estimated at USD 500 mn in 2025 and USD 530 mn in 2026.
How fast will the marine loading arms market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 949 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 419 mn.
Which country is the largest market for marine loading arms?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 117 mn in 2026, 22.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 40.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, United Arab Emirates is growing fastest at 8.0% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which marine loading arms segment is largest?
In the by cargo split, Crude oil and products is the largest segment with 38.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading marine loading arms companies?
Global leaders include Emco Wheaton, TechnipFMC, SVT, Liquip.
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