The global portable toilets market is anticipated to grow at a considerable CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. Portable toilets are moveable toilets that can be shifted according to the requirement of the individual. People are more attracted towards lavish portable toilets. The changing environment and rapid development in industrial and commercial sectors along with significant investments are the factors which is driving the growth of portable toilet market. Apart from these, the rising construction sector due to rapid urbanization has boosted the demand for cost-effective and low-maintenance portable toilets. Moreover, many companies are innovating in their products with windows and other facilities to boost the market. For instance, in 2020, TOILETS+ launched new portable toilet, the FOMO Loo with windows on all 4 sides. Additionally, in January 2022, Montondo Trailer LLC launched portable restroom trailers to boost its rental market.

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Global Portable Toilets Market

During COVID-19 there was a complete shutdown across the globe due to strict government rules and regulations to stop the spread of the virus. People were at their houses and the parties and special events were not happening due to which the use of portable toilets was reduced which declined the growth of portable toilets market during the COVID-19. The manufacturing of non-essential products was closed for some time due to which the global portable toilets market growth witnessed a negative impact during the COVID-19.

Segmental Outlook 

The global portable toilets market is segmented based on the type, and application. Based on the type, the market is segmented into handling moving toilets, and power mobile toilet. Among the type segment, the power mobile toilets are expected to hold a prominent share in portable toilets market across the globe during the forecast period. Based on, the application, the market is sub-segmented into the construction, special events, public places, and others. 

Global Portable Toilets Market Share by Type, 2021 (%)

The Power Mobile Toilet Sub-Segment is Expected to Hold a Prominent Share in the Global Portable Toilets Market

The power mobile toilet sub-segment is expected to hold a prominent share in global portable toilets market. The rising demand for mobile toilets in construction sites is driving the market growth. Many companies are implementing biotechnology and converting old buses into moveable toilets which led to the growth of portable toilets market.. For instance, in January 2022, The Tripura Police has launched a mobile-bio toilet for on-duty personnel in Agartala, the lights and fans installed in the vehicle run on solar power. Additionally in April 2021, Northeastern Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NEKRTC) in collaboration with SELCO Private Limited has converted an old bus into a mobile rest room for women. SELCO Private Limited spent around ?3 lakh for installing solar panels under the Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) scheme, while NEKRTC has spent around ?6 lakh for designing the bus into a rest room.

Regional Outlooks

The global portable toilets market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Others), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Others), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East &Africa, and Latin America).  . Among these, the North American region is expected to hold a prominent share in the global portable toilets market during the forecast period followed by the Asia-Pacific region. The rising tourism and government initiatives such as “Swatch Bharat Abhiyan” in India are the major factors enhancing the market growth in Asia-Pacific region. 

Global Portable Toilets Market Growth, by Region 2022-2028

The North American Region is Expected to Hold a Prominent Share in the Global Portable Toilets Market

The North American region is expected to hold a prominent share in the global portable toilets market during the forecast period. The changing trend of outside parties and special events is rising the demand for portable toilets is high in this region. The rising demand made many key players to focus on utilizing the equipment and improving the quality of portable toilets. For instance, in January 2022, NexGen Sanitation Franchise is launching portable restroom franchise utilizing industry changing equipment & processes for the US market. NexGen Sanitation utilize the patented P-Pod Folding Portable Restroom made in the US. Moreover, in May 2021, University of Minnesota School of Nursing are teaming up with experts in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to identify the location of public restrooms and portable toilets along every bicycle path and route throughout Minnesota.

Market Players Outlook

The major companies serving the global Portable Toilets market include WACO Africa (PTY) Ltd. (Sanitech), Satellite Industries, Inc., PolyJohn Enterprises Corp., United Site Services, Inc., Halco Portables, and others. The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and new Type launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in August 2021, single parent from Camden Town, living in a one-bedroom flat, has started business selling the Whizzer, a unisex handheld portable toilet for children.

The Report Covers

• Market value data analysis of 2021 and forecast to 2028.
• Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
• Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
• Key companies operating in the global portable toilets market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new Type launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.
• Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
• Analysis of market entry and market expansion strategies.
• Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.