Market Insights
The Specialty Alloys Market is projected to grow at a promising CAGR of 4.1% over the next five years to reach an estimated value of US$ 28.7 billion in 2028.
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What are Specialty Alloys?
Specialty alloys are a class of advanced materials that are engineered to have unique properties and performance characteristics for specific applications. Specialty alloys use nickel, titanium, and cobalt alloys with various other materials like chromium, molybdenum, and others combined to achieve desired properties such as high strength, resistance to corrosion, heat resistance, and excellent performance in extreme environments. More than 90% of the usage for specialty alloys is either for high temperatures or for high corrosion parts. Specialty alloys find applications in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, medicine, and defense, among others. These applications are available across the globe in the form of products like – bars, flat products, tubes, and other such products (billets and wires).
Market Dynamics
The specialty alloys market is influenced by various factors that impact its growth trajectory. One of the significant drivers is the increasing usage of these alloys in the aerospace industry, where they are utilized in critical applications such as aircraft engines and structural components. Additionally, there is a growing demand for specialty alloys in heat exchangers for power generation, as well as in other industries.
However, the market also faces challenges that can hinder its growth. One such challenge is the high dependency on geopolitical issues, which can result in volatility in the prices of specialty alloys. Changes in the power and oil & gas industry, which are known for their unpredictable nature, also pose challenges to the market.
It is expected that advancements in technologies and increasing applications of specialty alloys in various industries will drive the market's growth, although challenges related to geopolitical issues and industry dynamics will need to be addressed.
Recent Product Developments:
- In Dec. 2020, VDM Metals GmbH launched two alloys which are both nickel-chromium alloys aimed to be suitable for chemical processes and oil & gas industries.
- In July 2022, IperionX Limited has collaborate with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) for the development of new low-cost titanium alloys for additive manufacturing.
- In Sept. 2022, Hitachi Metals released a new alloy powder (ADMUSTER® C21P nickel-base alloy powder) which will be crucial for metal additive manufacturing.
Recent Market Supply Agreements, JVs, and Acquisitions:
- In April 2019, Allegheny Technologies Incorporated signed a long-term purchase agreement with Rolls Royce until 2029 which includes providing disk quality nickel alloys for their new generation engines for aircraft.
- In March 2020, Acerinox acquired VDM Metals GmbH (global manufacturer of specialty alloys) from Lindsay Goldberg Vogel (a holding company) for a deal of €532 million.
- In Jan. 2022, PJSC VSMPO-Avisma Corporation signed a deal with Barnes Aerospace for around US$ 35 million for the supply of titanium alloy products till 2027.
- In Feb 2022, Eramet signed a deal with Airbus, Safran, and Tikehau Ace Capital for the joint acquisition of Aubert & Duval (a company based out in France).
- In Nov. 2022, Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with PTC Industries for the production of titanium alloy pipes and tubes.
Impact of Covid-19
The demand for specialty alloys has experienced a significant decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly due to disruptions in the global supply chain, interruptions in end-user industries, and shortages of raw materials. Although there was a rebound in 2021 with the resumption of production activities and supply chain operations, the supply of specialty alloys was again disrupted in 2023 due to the Russia-Ukraine war. This has resulted in various European Union and North American countries cutting tie-ups, leading to a shortage of alloys and materials in the market.
Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Product-Type Analysis
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Bars, Flat Products, Tubes, and Others
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Flat products will remain the largest as well as the fastest-growing product in the market in the years to come.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Aerospace, Energy & Power, Industrial, Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, and Others
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Aerospace is expected to retain its position as the largest and fastest-growing application.
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Alloy-Type Analysis
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Nickel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, And Cobalt Alloys
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Nickel alloys will be the largest alloy segment whereas cobalt alloys will be the fastest-growing segment by alloy type.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific will be the largest and the fastest-growing region.
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By Product Type:
The market is bifurcated into bars, flat products, tubes, and others. Flat products are expected to continue dominating the specialty alloys market, and they are also projected to be the fastest-growing product segment. This can be attributed to the versatility of flat products, which are available in the form of strips and plates and can be utilized in a wide range of applications.
Moreover, flat products are offered in diverse grades, providing greater options to customers compared to bars and tubes, thus, contributing to their strong market presence and growth.
By Application Type:
The market is segmented into aerospace, energy & power, industrial, electrical & electronics, automotive, and others. The aerospace segment is expected to retain its dominance and emerge as the fastest-growing application segment. This can be attributed to the widespread use of titanium and cobalt alloys in various aircraft components.
Furthermore, the increasing adoption of these alloys in upcoming aircraft can be attributed to their lightweight nature, corrosion resistance, temperature resistance, and high strength properties, which are essential requirements for aircraft manufacturers. As a result, the aerospace segment is anticipated to exhibit significant growth in the specialty alloys market.
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By Alloy Type:
The specialty alloys market is segmented into nickel alloys, titanium alloys, and cobalt alloys. Nickel alloys are expected to continue dominating the market, while cobalt alloys are projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period. The widespread use of nickel alloys in various industries, such as aerospace, chemical, power generation, oil & gas, and automotive, contributes to their dominant position.
On the other hand, cobalt alloys are experiencing rapid growth due to their increasing applications in medical (due to biocompatibility) and automotive (due to excellent mechanical properties).
Regional Analysis:
Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest and fastest-growing market for specialty alloys. The dominance of Asia-Pacific can be attributed to rapid industrialization in countries like China, India, and Japan. Moreover, Asia-Pacific has a competitive advantage in terms of availability and cost of materials such as nickel and titanium compared to other regions. Asia-Pacific's growing aerospace industry, with production units of major aircraft manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus in China, has led to an increase in aircraft production in the region.
Overall, the specialty alloys market is expected to witness significant growth in Asia-Pacific, driven by rapid industrialization, increasing demand from various end-use industries, and expanding aerospace manufacturing activities in the region.
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Key Players
The market is highly populated with the presence of several regional and 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 Specialty Alloys Market. Most of the major players are providing cobalt alloys for the aerospace and power generation sectors.
- Allegheny Technologies Incorporated
- Carpenter Technology Corporation
- VSMPO-AVISMA Corporation
- VDM Metals GmbH
- Aperam S.A.
- Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited
- Aubert & Duval S.A.
- Materion Corporation
- Western Superconducting Technologies
- Haynes International
- Nippon Yakin Kogyo Co., Ltd.
- Jiangsu Toland Alloy Co., Limited
Research Methodology
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