Market Insights
"The global aircraft open-die forging market is anticipated to grow significantly with a CAGR of 6.8% to reach US$ 6.7 billion over the forecast period."
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Open-die forging is a manufacturing process in which metal parts are shaped by heating the material and then deforming it between multiple dies that do not completely enclose the material. Open-die forging offers several advantages, such as improved material properties and enhanced structural integrity. In addition, the process can also produce complex shapes and geometry. Consistent grain flow and finer grain size, consolidation of voids in the material, increased fatigue resistance for the long term, elimination of shrinkage, and less material waste are some of the major benefits of open/ring-die forging.
Demand for air travel has grown significantly, along with the need for reliable, efficient, and safe aircraft. Considering the continued importance of aviation in international trade and transportation, the market for aerospace open/ring-die forging is predicted to expand steadily over the forecast period. As a result of the pandemic and the B737 Max grounding, the market for aircraft open-die forging faced a severe decline of more than 35% in 2020. Additionally, it was impacted by the geopolitical unrest in Europe spurred on by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
However, the market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years with the rise in air passenger traffic due to the growing disposable income of developing countries. With the increasing production rate of key aircraft programs, the demand for durable and high-performance components is also likely to increase, which will drive the market for aircraft open-die forging in the coming future. The OEMs are also increasing the demand for forged components that can meet the quality and safety standards of the aviation industry. To meet the requirements and standards of OEMs, the key forging companies frequently collaborate closely with OEMs and tier players. The forging companies are investing in R&D and using advanced materials such as titanium and superalloys.
Recent Market JVs and Mergers & Acquisitions: A fair number of M&A and joint venture activities over the past decade prove that inorganic growth is also a key strategy adopted by major players to stay ahead of the competition.
- In 2019, Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm, acquired Forgital Group S.p.A., a producer of large forged and machined components for the aerospace and other industries.
- In 2022, Continental Forge was acquired by Forged Solutions Group, a key supplier of intricate, precision-forged rings and closed-die products to aerospace & defense customers.
Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Aircraft-Type Analysis
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Commercial Aircraft, Regional Aircraft, Helicopter, Military Aircraft, and General Aviation
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Commercial aircraft are expected to be the major generator for open/ring-die forged products in the coming years.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Airframe and Engine
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Engine holds the major share of the aircraft open-die forging market over the next five years.
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Component Size-Type Analysis
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Small Components and Large Components
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Small components are forecasted to be the faster-growing segment in the years to come.
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Material-Type Analysis
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Nickel, Titanium, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and Others
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Nickel is expected to be the dominant material of the aircraft open-die forging market in the foreseeable future.
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End-User Type Analysis
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OE and Aftermarket
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OE is expected to be the dominant segment, whereas the aftermarket is expected to be the faster-growing segment of the market.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing market over the next five years. North America overall dominates the market.
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Aircraft Trends
"Commercial aircraft segment accounted for the largest market share."
We have segmented our market into commercial aircraft, regional aircraft, helicopters, military aircraft, and general aviation. Commercial aircraft is expected to be the dominant as well as the fastest-growing aircraft type in the market during the forecast period, propelled by factors such as increasing passenger traffic, the emergence of low-cost carriers, and the need for more efficient aircraft for domestic and international travel. One of the major factors propelling the growth of this segment is the increased focus of aircraft manufacturers on the production of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft. The military aircraft segment is also expected to show significant growth in the coming years, owing to increased military spending of countries to buy new and advanced aircraft.
Application Trends
"Engine segment accounted for the largest market share."
The aircraft open-die forging market is segmented into airframe and engine. Engine is expected to be the dominant application category for open/ring-die forging in the aerospace industry during the forecast period. It is also anticipated to be the fastest-growing segment of the market. With the global aviation industry's focus on reducing fuel consumption and emissions, there is a continuous drive for more efficient engines that can deliver better performance and meet stringent environmental regulations. In addition to that, the use of forged parts in aircraft engines offers advantages like superior strength, durability, enhanced performance, improved safety, design flexibility, material integrity, and cost efficiency.
Material Trends
"Nickel segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented into nickel, titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, and others. Nickel is expected to maintain its dominance, whereas titanium is expected to be the fastest-growing material type during the forecast period. Titanium alloys have a high specific strength, so they are frequently used for the manufacture of various components in engines and airframes. Due to various advantages offered by titanium, such as lower weight, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance, its usage has now increased nearly two times in new variants of aircraft as compared to traditional ones. For instance, in B787, titanium alloys now account for ~15% of total structural components.
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End-User Trends
"OE segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented into OE and aftermarket. Increasing production rates of key aircraft programs like the B737 and A320 families, along with the entry of new players like COMAC, are expected to make OE the dominant segment over the course of the projected period. Due to the expanding fleet of commercial aircraft and the rising need for advanced lightweight components, obsolete components are being replaced with advanced lightweight ones which will drive the demand at the aftermarket level.
Regional Insights
"North America accounted for the largest market share."
North America is likely to remain the most dominant region, whereas Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the long-term scenario. The growth of Asia-Pacific can be attributed to factors such as increasing air travel demand, a rising middle-class population, expanding economies, growing tourism and business opportunities, and the opening of assembly plants of major OEMs in the region. Countries, such as China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, are the growth engines of the region. These countries are witnessing a surge in air travel demand, leading to increased aircraft production paired with an increased demand for open/ring-die forged components.
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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 supply chain of this market comprises raw material suppliers, forged parts suppliers, distributors/part brokers, tier players, OEMs, and MRO companies. The following are the key players in the aircraft open-die forging market. Companies in the aircraft open-die forging market often combine multiple strategies to establish a competitive advantage and achieve sustainable growth in the industry.
- Precision Castparts Corp.
- Forgital Group
- 9ATI Inc.
- Doncasters Group
- Voestalpine BÖHLER Aerospace GmbH & Co KG
- Aubert & Duval SAS
- Otto Fuchs KG
- Howmet Aerospace
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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