Market Insights
Aircraft engines have immensely evolved throughout the journey of the aircraft industry as they play the most pivotal role in an aircraft. Most of the innovations happening in an aircraft engine are primarily targeting three areas: more power, more durability, and more efficiency. Almost all the engine systems and their components have had a disruptive journey with significant changes in design, technology, and materials. Seals are also not untouched by such market dynamics and have experienced significant changes in design and material over the period. Today, manufacturing seals for the aircraft industry for many functions is a convoluted job, a key factor limiting the number of companies active in the aircraft seals market.
After taking a downfall during the pandemic times, the aerospace industry is discernibly getting back on track, recuperating at a healthy pace. The aircraft engine seals market is directly dependent on aircraft production and deliveries; hence, followed suit with a rebounding YoY of >15% in 2021-2022 to reach a value of US$ 353.3 million in 2022. The market is also expected to witness a magnetic CAGR of 8.3% during the forecast period of 2023-2028. The expected rise in the production rate of key programs (B737 Max, B787, A320neo, and A350XWB), entry of programs (B777x, and C919), and a huge fleet of aircraft engines are some of the factors driving the demand for aircraft engine seals.
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Recent Product Developments: Lightweight, low friction, and fire resistance are the indispensable focus areas of the leading players while product development.
- Freudenberg introduced its new product, the Omegat OMS-CS cap seal, which provides low friction for the reciprocating application of seals.
- In April 2017, Parker Hannifin developed a fully cured, urethane-filled gasket that offers a high-operating temperature range and efficient sealing characteristics by eliminating leakage.
- For a variety of engine applications, Greene Tweed recently introduced innovative bonded seals (TechnaLoc® seals) and fireproof hydraulic seals (FPH SealTM).
Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions: High focus on inorganic growth.
- 2016: Trelleborg acquired CoorsTek
- 2018: TrasDigm acquired Kirkhill
- 2019: TransDigm acquired Esterline and Saint-Gobain acquired American Seal & Engineering Co.
- 2020: Saint-Gobain acquired High Tech Metal Seals or HTMS
- 2022: Parker acquired Meggitt
Segments' Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Platform-Type Analysis
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Commercial Aircraft, Regional Aircraft, Helicopter, Military Aircraft, and General Aviation
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In terms of platform types, commercial aircraft remained at the forefront.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Nacelles, Oil & Fuel System, Fan Blades, Combustion & Exhaust Section, and Others
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In terms of applications, nacelle was the biggest demand-generator for engine seals.
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Function-Type Analysis
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Fire Seals, Conductive & Insulative Seals, Air & Fluid Management, and Others
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In terms of function type, fire seals dominated the market.
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Material-Type Analysis
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Elastomer Seals, Thermoplastic Seals, and Metal Seals
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In terms of materials, elastomers held a clear dominance in the market.
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Motion-Type Analysis
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Static Seals and Dynamic Seals
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In terms of motion, dynamic seals took the throne.
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End-User-Type Analysis
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OE and Aftermarket
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In terms of end-user type, OE was the bigger demand-generator of aircraft engine seals
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Coming to regional dynamics, North America remained the largest market for aircraft engine seals.
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By Platform Type
Based on the platform type, the aircraft engine seals market is segmented into commercial aircraft, regional aircraft, helicopter, military aircraft, and general aviation. Despite taking a nosedive in 2020, commercial aircraft is expected to remain the largest as well as the fastest-growing segment of the market during the forecast period. Modern engines are getting hotter and require advancements in sealing technologies. These are now being exposed to temperature ranges from -73?C to 200?C. In 2022, 1,136 LEAP engines were delivered. Moreover, >1600 F414 engines, >1000 F135 engines, and >600 M88 engines have been delivered to date.
By Application Type
Based on the application type, the market is segmented as nacelles, oil & fuel systems, fan blades, combustion & exhaust section, and others. Owing to the wider application of seals, nacelles dominated the market in 2022. Seals used in nacelles must comply with the ISO 2865 and AC 20-135 standards, requiring them to resist temperatures up to 1,100?C for at least 15 minutes. Fire seals are commonly used in nacelles and are among the most challenging application areas of aircraft seals at present.
By Function Type
Based on the function type, the market is segmented into fire seals, conductive & insulative seals, air & fluid handling seals, and others. Fire seals are the most preferred category in the market and are anticipated to maintain their dominance by 2028 too. Key applications are the fuel system, bifurcation panel, core fairing, thrust reverser doors, engine fans, and VBV ducts. In thrust reversers, fire seals are used in electromechanical actuators to control the doors.
By Motion Type
Based on the motion type, the market is segmented into static seals and dynamic seals. The dynamic seals segment is expected to remain dominant, as well as the faster-growing segment of the market during the forecast period. Dynamic seals are critical for maintaining a balance between mating surfaces, controlling leakage, and reducing friction. Key applications include nacelles, turbines, hydraulics, and actuators.
Regional Insights
In terms of regions, North America is expected to remain the largest market for aircraft engine seals during the forecast period. The USA is the growth engine of the region’s market with the presence of major aircraft OEMs, tier players, raw material suppliers, and part fabricators. Most of the engine seals suppliers have their presence in the region to address the emergent needs of OEMs.
Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest rate during the same period. The highest growth of Asia-Pacific is mainly attributable to the increasing aircraft fleet to support rising passenger traffic; the opening of assembly plants of Boeing and Airbus for multiple aircraft programs; increasing procurement of military aircraft, owing to the rising defense budget; and upcoming indigenous aircraft, C919.
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Key Players
The market is fairly consolidated with the presence of some noticeable global players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the engine seals market:
- Freudenberg Group
- Hutchinson SA
- Meggitt PLC
- TransDigm Group
- Trelleborg AB
Research Methodology
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- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Product portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 Impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
The aircraft Engine Seals Market is segmented into the following categories.
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Platform Type
- Commercial Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Regional Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Helicopter (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Military Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- General Aviation (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Application Type
- Nacelles (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Oil & Fuel System (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Fan Blades (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Combustion & Exhaust Section (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Function Type
- Fire Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Conductive & Insulative Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Air & Fluid Handling Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Material Type
- Elastomer Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Thermoplastic Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Metal Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Motion Type
- Static Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Dynamic Seals (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by End-User Type
- OE (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Aftermarket (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Aircraft Engine Seals Market, by Region
- North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)
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