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Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Share

ID: MRFR/AD/4544-HCR
100 Pages
Swapnil Palwe
October 2025

Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market report information by Aircraft Type (Fixed Wing (Wide body, Narrow body, others), Rotary Wing, UAV), Platform (Commercial, Military), by Product (Battery, Electric Ground Power), Region - Forecast till 2035

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Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Share Analysis

The competitive battlefield of the APU market brings different features for companies to operate and enter the market, gain and retain a share from their competitors with short-term profitability considerations. These approaches include innovation and technology, strategic alliance, product/market stratification, aftermarket service provision and the emphasis on environment friendly sustainability.

Amongst these fundamental strategies specialized on continuous innovation and technological development. In addition, APU manufacturers spend large amounts of capital in R & D to produce APUs having higher output power, better fuel efficiency while keeping emissions low and reliability high. Through the use of innovative features and technologies, organizations have an opportunity to differentiate their offerings on the basis of a unique selling point or provide cutting-edge goods that can attract customers looking for something new besides securing a large market share.

One of the strategies employed by companies to gain market share position is showing how appropriate its aftermarket services and support are. Allowing customers to receive solid aftermarket services, including maintenance and repair (MRO) services, availability of spare parts, technical support as well as upgrade solutions is important to keep the brand with each customer for a long time. Businesses that provide superior aftermarket support create a competitive opportunity and solidly build their market position by assuring the desired reliability and durability of their goods. Additionally, a focus on brand reputation and customer satisfaction is vital in market share positioning. Building a strong brand image based on reliability, performance, and customer service fosters trust and loyalty among customers. Positive experiences and recommendations from satisfied customers contribute to expanding market share by attracting new customers and retaining existing ones.

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Swapnil Palwe
Team Lead - Research

With a technical background as Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, with MBA in Operations Management , Swapnil has 6+ years of experience in market research, consulting and analytics with the tasks of data mining, analysis, and project execution. He is the POC for our clients, for their consulting projects running under the Automotive/A&D domain. Swapnil has worked on major projects in verticals such as Aerospace & Defense, Automotive and many other domain projects. He has worked on projects for fortune 500 companies' syndicate and consulting projects along with several government projects.

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FAQs

Which region is expected to have the highest global market value in the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market?

North America is expected to have the highest global market value in the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market due to many major key players in the region.

Who are the key players influencing the Global Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market?

The major key players of the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market are AEGIS Power Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Honeywell International Inc. (U.S), Hamilton Sundstrand Corp (U.S.), etc.

Market Summary

The Global Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market is projected to grow from 4.3 USD Billion in 2024 to 6.08 USD Billion by 2035.

Key Market Trends & Highlights

Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Key Trends and Highlights

  • The market is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2 percent from 2025 to 2035. By 2035, the market valuation is anticipated to reach 6.08 USD Billion, indicating robust growth potential. In 2024, the market is valued at 4.3 USD Billion, reflecting a solid foundation for future expansion. Growing adoption of advanced technologies due to increasing demand for fuel efficiency is a major market driver.

Market Size & Forecast

2024 Market Size 4.3 (USD Billion)
2035 Market Size 6.08 (USD Billion)
CAGR (2025-2035) 3.2%
Largest Regional Market Share in 2024 latin_america)

Major Players

<p>AEGIS Power Systems, Inc. (U.S.), AEROSIL (Russia), Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.), Hamilton Sundstrand Corp (U.S.), Kinetics Ltd. (Israel), Technodinamika (Russia), Safran Power Units (France), Rolls-Royce Plc. (England), United Technologies (U.S.), United Technologies Corporation – Pratt &amp; Whitney Division (U.S.)</p>

Market Trends

Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Market Drivers

Increasing Demand for Fuel Efficiency

The Global Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Industry is experiencing heightened demand for fuel efficiency as airlines seek to reduce operational costs. Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) play a crucial role in providing power to aircraft systems while on the ground, thus minimizing the need for main engines to run. This shift towards APUs is expected to contribute to the market's growth, with the industry projected to reach 4.3 USD Billion in 2024. Airlines are increasingly investing in modern APUs that offer improved fuel efficiency, which aligns with global sustainability goals and regulatory pressures to lower emissions.

Market Segment Insights

Regional Insights

Key Companies in the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market market include

Industry Developments

  • Q2 2024: Honeywell to supply auxiliary power units for new Embraer E2 jets Honeywell announced it has secured a contract to provide its 131-9A auxiliary power units (APUs) for Embraer's E2 family of regional jets, expanding its footprint in the next-generation aircraft segment.
  • Q2 2024: Safran inaugurates new APU manufacturing facility in France Safran opened a new state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the production of aircraft auxiliary power units, aiming to increase capacity and support growing demand from commercial and military aviation customers.
  • Q1 2024: Pratt & Whitney launches next-generation APU for narrowbody aircraft Pratt & Whitney unveiled its new PW8000 APU, designed for improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions, targeting the latest generation of single-aisle commercial aircraft.
  • Q3 2024: Honeywell signs multi-year APU maintenance contract with Lufthansa Technik Honeywell and Lufthansa Technik entered a long-term agreement for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Honeywell APUs installed on Lufthansa's fleet, enhancing aftermarket service capabilities.
  • Q2 2024: Rolls-Royce partners with Airbus on hybrid-electric APU development Rolls-Royce and Airbus announced a strategic partnership to co-develop hybrid-electric auxiliary power units for future aircraft, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and improve operational efficiency.
  • Q1 2024: GE Aerospace secures U.S. Air Force contract for military APU upgrades GE Aerospace was awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to upgrade auxiliary power units on its C-130 transport aircraft, focusing on reliability and performance improvements.
  • Q2 2024: PBS Velka Bites expands APU production capacity with new Czech facility Czech manufacturer PBS Velka Bites opened a new production line to meet rising demand for APUs in both commercial and military aviation sectors.
  • Q3 2024: Honeywell introduces digital APU health monitoring platform Honeywell launched a new digital platform for real-time health monitoring of aircraft APUs, enabling predictive maintenance and reducing operational disruptions for airline customers.
  • Q2 2025: Safran signs APU supply agreement with China Southern Airlines Safran secured a multi-year contract to supply and support auxiliary power units for China Southern Airlines' expanding fleet of widebody aircraft.
  • Q1 2025: Lufthansa Technik opens new APU overhaul center in Hamburg Lufthansa Technik inaugurated a dedicated facility in Hamburg for the overhaul and repair of aircraft APUs, aiming to serve both European and international airline customers.
  • Q2 2025: Pratt & Whitney wins APU contract for Indian Air Force transport fleet Pratt & Whitney was awarded a contract to supply and maintain auxiliary power units for the Indian Air Force's new fleet of C-295 transport aircraft.
  • Q3 2025: Airbus and Safran achieve EASA certification for new-generation APU Airbus and Safran announced that their jointly developed next-generation auxiliary power unit has received certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), clearing the way for commercial deployment.

Future Outlook

Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Future Outlook

<p>The Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market is projected to grow at a 3.2% CAGR from 2024 to 2035, driven by technological advancements, increasing air travel demand, and sustainability initiatives.</p>

New opportunities lie in:

  • <p>Invest in hybrid APU technologies to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Develop lightweight materials for APUs to improve aircraft performance and reduce operational costs. Expand aftermarket services for APUs to capture recurring revenue streams and enhance customer loyalty.</p>

<p>By 2035, the market is expected to exhibit robust growth, reflecting advancements in technology and increasing global aviation activity.</p>

Market Segmentation

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FAQs

Which region is expected to have the highest global market value in the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market?

North America is expected to have the highest global market value in the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market due to many major key players in the region.

Who are the key players influencing the Global Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market?

The major key players of the Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market are AEGIS Power Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Honeywell International Inc. (U.S), Hamilton Sundstrand Corp (U.S.), etc.

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  2. SCOPE OF THE REPORT
    1. MARKET DEFINITION
    2. SCOPE OF THE STUDY
      1. DEFINITION
      2. RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
      3. ASSUMPTIONS
      4. LIMITATIONS
    3. RESEARCH PROCESS
      1. PRIMARY RESEARCH
      2. SECONDARY RESEARCH
    4. MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
    5. FORECAST MODEL
  3. MARKET LANDSCAPE
    1. PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
      1. THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
      2. BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
      3. THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
      4. SEGMENT RIVALRY
      5. BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
    2. VALUE CHAIN/SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
  4. MARKET DYNAMICS
    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. MARKET DRIVERS
    3. MARKET RESTRAINTS
    4. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
    5. MARKET TRENDS
  5. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE
    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. FIXED WING AIRCRAFT
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
      3. WIDE BODY
      4. NARROW BODY
      5. OTHERS
    3. ROTARY WING AIRCRAFT
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
    4. UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
  6. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. COMMERCIAL
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
    3. MILITARY
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
  7. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PRODUCT
    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. BATTERY POWER
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
    3. ELECTRIC GROUND POWER
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY REGION, 2020-2027
  8. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY REGION
    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. NORTH AMERICA
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
      3. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PLATFORMS, 2020-2027
      4. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027
      5. U.S.
      6. CANADA
    3. EUROPE
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
      3. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027
      4. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027
      5. U.K
      6. GERMANY
      7. FRANCE
      8. ITALY
      9. REST OF EUROPE
    4. ASIA PACIFIC
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
      3. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027
      4. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027
      5. CHINA
      6. JAPAN
      7. INDIA
      8. REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
    5. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
      3. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027
      4. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027
    6. SOUTH AMERICA
      1. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2020-2027
      2. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
      3. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027
      4. MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027
  9. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  10. COMPANY PROFILE
    1. AEGIS POWER SYSTEMS, INC.
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    2. AEROSILA
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    3. HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    4. HAMILTON SUNDSTRAND CORP
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    5. KINETICS LTD.
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    6. TECHNODINAMIKA
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    7. SAFRAN POWER UNITS
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    8. ROLLS-ROYCE PLC.
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    9. UNITED TECHNOLOGIES
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
    10. UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION—PRATT & WHITNEY DIVISION
      1. COMPANY OVERVIEW
      2. PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERING
      3. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      4. KEY DEVELOPMENTS
      5. STRATEGY
      6. SWOT ANALYSIS
  11. LIST OF TABLES
  12. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY REGION, 2020-2027
  13. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  14. EUROPE AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  15. ASIA PACIFIC AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  16. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  17. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  18. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY REGIONS, 2020-2027
  19. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  20. EUROPE AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  21. ASIA PACIFIC AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  22. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  23. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027
  24. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY REGION, 2020-2027
  25. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020-2027
  26. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET: BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027
  27. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY COUNTRY
  28. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE
  29. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
  30. EUROPE: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY COUNTRY
  31. EUROPE: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE
  32. EUROPE: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
  33. ASIA PACIFIC: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY COUNTRY
  34. ASIA PACIFIC: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PRODUCT
  35. ASIA PACIFIC: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
  36. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY REGION
  37. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PRODUCT
  38. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
  39. SOUTH AMERICA: AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY REGION
  40. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PRODUCT
  41. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM
  42. LIST OF FIGURES
  43. RESEARCH PROCESS OF MRFR
  44. TOP DOWN & BOTTOM UP APPROACH
  45. MARKET DYNAMICS
  46. IMPACT ANALYSIS: MARKET DRIVERS
  47. IMPACT ANALYSIS: MARKET RESTRAINTS
  48. PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
  49. VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
  50. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, 2020 (%)
  51. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PRODUCT, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  52. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE, BY PLATFORM, 2020 (%)
  53. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY PLATFORM, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  54. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), BY REGION, 2020
  55. GLOBAL AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET, BY REGION, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  56. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), 2020
  57. NORTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  58. EUROPE AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), 2020
  59. EUROPE AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  60. ASIA PACIFIC AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), 2020
  61. ASIA PACIFIC AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  62. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), 2020
  63. MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)
  64. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET SHARE (%), 2020
  65. SOUTH AMERICA AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY POWER UNIT MARKET BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 (USD MILLION)

Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Market Segmentation

Market Segmentation Overview

  • Detailed segmentation data will be available in the full report
  • Comprehensive analysis by multiple parameters
  • Regional and country-level breakdowns
  • Market size forecasts by segment
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