July 2, 2025 – The Asia-Pacific region has solidified its position as the world’s largest bearing market, accounting for 52% of global sales in the first half of 2025, according to data released by the International Bearing Association (IBA). The surge is attributed to robust demand from the automotive, construction, and manufacturing sectors, particularly in China, India, and Japan.
China, the world’s top bearing producer and consumer, has seen a 15% year-on-year growth in bearing sales, driven by the country’s booming EV industry and massive infrastructure development projects. Domestic manufacturers such as C&U Group and ZWZ Group have expanded production capacity by 20% to meet the rising demand for high-precision bearings used in EV motors and wind turbines. "China’s transition to green energy has created a huge market for specialized bearings," noted Li Wei, an analyst at China Machinery Industry Federation. "Local manufacturers are now competing with global giants in terms of quality and technology."
India is another fast-growing market, with a 12% growth rate fueled by government initiatives like "Make in India" and increased investments in automotive and industrial machinery. Meanwhile, Japanese manufacturers such as NSK and NTN continue to lead in high-tech bearing segments, supplying critical components to the global aerospace and semiconductor industries.
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