The Australia ambulance services market was valued at USD 1.36 Billion in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.80%, reaching USD 2.88 Billion by 2035. The market growth is driven by increasing emergency medical service demand and government healthcare initiatives.
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An increasing geriatric population facing the ravages of age and lifestyle-related chronic illnesses, the prevalence of chronic diseases like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, and respiratory disorders require emergency care frequently and as soon as the need arises.
Strong public funding and infrastructure development across states are supporting ambulance service expansion.
One of the major market trends includes a rising Integration of GPS, telehealth, and advanced life support systems that enhance service efficiency and response times.
Compound Annual Growth Rate
7.8%
Value in USD Billion
2026-2035
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An integral part of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), ambulance services are an organized system to deal with medical emergencies. They provide both prehospital care and medical transportation services. Such services use well-equipped vehicles. They are well-staffed by trained medical professionals like paramedics and EMTS for emergency responses. Hence, these mobile settings can provide both on-site medical interventions and transport patients to healthcare settings. Ambulances are equipped with a range of medical devices, including oxygen tanks to aid respiration, defibrillators for cardiac interventions, first aid kits to tend to wounds, monitoring equipment to get real time patient status, and advanced life support equipment like ventilators.
Increased Demand for Emergency Medical Services to Boost Market Growth
The demand for emergency medical services has risen in Australia, thanks to the rising disease burden and the high number of medical emergencies annually. Also, the increased demand can be attributed to emergency department services sought by many patients for less urgent needs. Emergency department overcrowding is multifactorial but is directly connected to the increased demand for EMS. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the Australian population grew by 1.8% in the year ending September 2024. Sociodemographic changes like population growth and aging alongside clinical considerations, such as exacerbated comorbidities, have significantly contributed to net demand. Systemic problems revolving around questions about resourcing and increasing healthcare costs, the availability of beds and the kind of bed stock available, and the absence of service alternatives are all potent factors that keep demand persistent.
Some of the notable trends in the market include advancements in healthcare regulations and a focus on educating workforces with the latest technologies in ambulatory services.
The market report offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Type of Services
Market Breakup by Transport Vehicle
Market Breakup by Equipment
Market Breakup by Region
Emergency Services Dominate the Segment by Type of Services
Emergency Services are expected to lead the market share by type of services. The growth can be attributed to the high and rising incidence of road accidents, cardiac arrests, and acute medical conditions that require quick intervention with advanced life support (ALS) systems and telemedicine improving the efficacy of response. Nonemergency services entail scheduled patient transfers, interfacility logistics, and chronic disease management, increasingly integrated with telehealth platforms to ensure fewer hospital re-admissions.
Air Ambulances to Witness Significant Growth for Segmentation by Transport Vehicle
Ground Ambulances hold the largest share and are preferred for urban and suburban accessibility, thrift, and trauma care versatility. Air ambulances are niche and are exhibiting the fastest growth, being critical for remote area access and critical care transfers between hospitals supported by operator partnerships. Helicopter and fixed-wing ambulances are being deployed more often for inter-hospital transfers and trauma cases. Such services combine advanced ventilatory support and neonatal care units responding adeptly to gaps in ground ambulance accessibility. Water ambulances remain in the periphery of the market focusing on serving coastal communities and disaster response scenarios with very little revenue contribution.
This market exhibits interesting regional dynamics that are shaped by population density, geographic distinctiveness, and the maturity of healthcare infrastructure. New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria dominate the service demand because of the high urban population and advanced medical infrastructure. As a result, the region accounts for a sizable portion of ground ambulance deployments. Queensland follows with a mix of urban and remote service needs, while Western Australia faces unique challenges due to its vast geography, requiring both ground and air ambulance services. South Australia maintains stable demand, particularly in regional areas, supported by evolving telehealth and community response models.
The key features of the market report comprise funding and investment analysis, and strategic initiatives by the leading players. The major companies in the market are as follows:
Established in 1892 and headquartered in Brisbane, it is a publicly funded emergency medical service under Queensland Health. It provides statewide pre-hospital care, emergency response, and patient transport. With a large fleet and highly trained paramedics, QAS also integrates air ambulance services in partnership with other agencies, focusing on both metropolitan and remote healthcare accessibility. QAS is expanding its employee base by hiring 200 more paramedics and deploying 122 new ambulances. This includes power-assisted stretchers to minimize manual handling injuries.
Founded in 2006 and based in Gold Coast, The Medical Rescue Group offers specialized medical services including aeromedical retrieval, remote site medical care, and event medical coverage. The company operates a fleet of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, serving both domestic and international clients. Known for high-acuity care, it supports industries such as mining, offshore energy, and tourism with tailored emergency response solutions.
Falck A/S, established in 1906 and headquartered in Denmark, is a global emergency services leader with a presence in Australia through industrial and healthcare support. The company provides private ambulance services, remote medical staffing, fire and rescue operations, and safety training. Serving sectors like mining and infrastructure, Falck offers scalable, high-compliance solutions tailored to remote and high-risk environments, with an emphasis on operational safety and global standards.
Ambulance Service Australia is a private provider headquartered in New South Wales, active since the early 2000s. The company offers non-emergency patient transport, event medical services, private ambulance hire, and first aid training. Serving both public health institutions and private clients, it plays a vital role in supplementing government ambulance systems, especially during high-demand periods and large-scale public or private events.
*Please note that this is only a partial list; the complete list of key players is available in the full report. Additionally, the list of key players can be customized to better suit your needs.*
Other key players include St John Ambulance Western Australia Ltd., State Medical Assistance, and CareFlight, among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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