Amphibious excavators
Excavators can be employed for digging trenches, holes, foundations, material handling, forestry work, demolition, mining, river dredging, drilling shafts for footings and rock blasting, snow removal with snowplow and snow blower attachments and so on.
Amphibious excavators are excavator that can float as well as performing terrestrial digging activity and are adapted in particular for removing silty clay, clearing silted trenches, swampland operation and use in low water areas.
The global amphibious excavators market accounted for USD 3.19 Billion in 2014 and is expected to reach USD 5.66 Billion by 2020, growing at a CAGR of around 10.8% between 2015 and 2020.
Construction was the largest application of the amphibious excavator market in 2014 owing to increasing infrastructure activities around the globe. This market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% to 2020. Mining was also a significant sector, accounting for more than 15% of the market in 2014.
In terms of demand, Asia Pacific was the largest region, accounting for around 70% of the market in 2014. Rising disposable income coupled with government schemes and support for heavy constructions such as roads, bridges, dams, railway platforms, etc. is likely to contribute to continued growth in this area. North America was the second largest regional market for amphibious excavators in 2014.
Key players in the market include; EIK Engineering, MBI Marsh Equipment, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery, Sany Chemical, TSBC Engineering Sdn. Bhd and Ultratrex among others.
[edit] Find out more
[edit] Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki
Featured articles and news
Key points for construction at a glance with industry reactions.
Functionality, visibility and sustainability
The simpler approach to specification.
Architects, architecture, buildings, and inspiration in film
The close ties between makers and the movies, with our long list of suggested viewing.
SELECT three-point plan for action issued to MSPs
Call for Scottish regulation, green skills and recognition of electrotechnical industry as part of a manifesto for Scottish Parliamentary elections.
UCEM becomes the University of the Built Environment
Major milestone in its 106-year history, follows recent merger with London School of Architecture (LSE).
Professional practical experience for Architects in training
The long process to transform the nature of education and professional practical experience in the Architecture profession following recent reports.
A people-first approach to retrofit
Moving away from the destructive paradigm of fabric-first.
International Electrician Day, 10 June 2025
Celebrating the role of electrical engineers from André-Marie Amperè, today and for the future.
New guide for clients launched at Houses of Parliament
'There has never been a more important time for clients to step up and ...ask the right questions'
The impact of recycled slate tiles
Innovation across the decades.
EPC changes for existing buildings
Changes and their context as the new RdSAP methodology comes into use from 15 June.
Skills England publishes Sector skills needs assessments
Priority areas relating to the built environment highlighted and described in brief.
BSRIA HVAC Market Watch - May 2025 Edition
Heat Pump Market Outlook: Policy, Performance & Refrigerant Trends for 2025–2028.
Committing to EDI in construction with CIOB
Built Environment professional bodies deepen commitment to EDI with two new signatories: CIAT and CICES.
Government Grenfell progress report at a glance
Line by line recomendation overview, with links to more details.
An engaging and lively review of his professional life.
Sustainable heating for listed buildings
A problem that needs to be approached intelligently.
50th Golden anniversary ECA Edmundson apprentice award
Deadline for entries has been extended to Friday 27 June, so don't miss out!
CIAT at the London Festival of Architecture
Designing for Everyone: Breaking Barriers in Inclusive Architecture.
Mixed reactions to apprenticeship and skills reform 2025
A 'welcome shift' for some and a 'backwards step' for others.