Market Insights
The aerospace engineered coated fabric market value was US$ 125 million in 2024 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 3.8%, in the long run, to reach US$ 165 million in 2031.
Market Dynamics
Introduction
Engineered-coated fabrics have become important in the aerospace industry, as they have unique properties that meet the industry's demand. The key feature of these fabrics is their lightweight construction, which is an essential asset for the industry. Engineered-coated fabric reduces the weight of aircraft applications, leading to increased fuel efficiency and performance; this fabric offers impressive durability and resistance to harsh environmental conditions such as UV exposure, high and low temperatures, and humidity.
Market Drivers
The key market trends driving the growth of engineered coated fabrics in the aviation industry are increasing aircraft deliveries, increasing demand for lightweight products, development of high-performance applications, technological advancements, and introduction of stringent standards regarding passenger safety.
Engineered-coated fabrics are an area of focus for all major aerospace-level players involved in manufacturing products and components such as exhaust slides, airships and aerostats, fuel cells, life rafts and life vests, and gangway bellows. These fabrics extend such applications by providing puncture and abrasion resistance and ensuring that their integrity is maintained under surface stress and rapid application conditions.
Key Players
The market is highly fragmented, with the presence of over 100 players across the region. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players:
Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)
- Trelleborg
- Continental
- Orca, Pennel & Flipo
- Fothergill Engineered Fabrics Ltd
- Freudenberg
- Mid-Mountain Materials Inc.
- American Chemistry Council, Inc.
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Segments with High Growth Opportunity
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Platform-Type Analysis
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Civil Aircraft, Military Aircraft, and Spacecraft.
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Civil Aircraft are expected to be the dominant aircraft during the forecast period.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Life Vests, Aerostats, Evacuation Slides & Lift Rafts, Fuel Cells and Other Application Types
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Evacuation Slides & Lift Rafts will remain the primary application within the aerospace industry.
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Substrate-Type Analysis
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Polyester, Fiberglass, Aramid, Polyamide, and Other Substrate Types
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Polyamide is projected to be the dominant substrate throughout the forecast period.
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Coating-Type Analysis
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Urethane, Rubber, Silicone, and Other Coating Types
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Urethane is projected to be the most preferred and dominant coating material during the forecast period.
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Process-Type Analysis
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Hot Melt Coating, Calendering, Knife Coating, and Other Process Types
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Hot melt coating will remain the widely used process in the coming years.
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Region Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World
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North America is anticipated to retain its position as the dominant region during the forecast period.
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By Platform Type
“Civil aircraft are expected to remain the dominant aircraft of the market during the forecast period.”
- Engineered-coated fabrics ensure civil aircraft's safety, durability, and efficiency, making them an essential part of today’s commercial aviation industry.
- The increasing demand for air travel has led to an increase in civil aircraft production. This growth in the commercial aviation industry directly increased the demand for materials like engineered coated fabric coatings that contribute to the efficiency and safety of the aircraft.
- Specialized military applications, such as robot protective covers, airbags for spacecraft, and intumescent cargo covers, majorly use silicone coating fabrics.
By Application Type
“Evacuation slide is expected to remain the dominant application type in the market during the forecast period.”
- Evacuation slides are essential for aerospace engineering coated fabrics due to their important role in maintaining passenger safety in an emergency. Fabrics for this application are designed to be highly durable and resistant to temperature fluctuations, UV exposure, and abrasion.
- Evacuation slides are mainly manufactured with polymer-coated fabric. Trelleborg is one of the leading suppliers of urethane-coated material used to fabricate aircraft evacuation slides.
- Nearly all commercial aircraft are equipped with evacuation slides for emergencies. As commercial aircraft production increases, it indirectly drives the demand for evacuation slides using engineered coated fabric.
- Aerostats and rafts are also growing applications in the market as they require materials that can maintain their structure while being lightweight enough to support their buoyancy. Engineered-coated fabrics offer a balance of strength and lightness, allowing this craft to be airborne for more extended periods without adding unnecessary weight.
By Substrate Type
“Polyamide is expected to be the dominant segment in the market during the forecast period.”
- Polyamide is expected to remain dominant in the aerospace engineering coated fabrics market due to its unique combination of strength, durability, and versatility.
- As the aviation industry increasingly focuses on reducing emissions and operating costs, materials like polyamide, which offer a high strength-to-weight ratio, are becoming more crucial.
- As aircraft production increases, especially in civil aviation, the demand for polyamide-based engineered coated fabrics is expected to grow.
By Coating Type
“Urethane is expected to be the key demand generator in the market during the forecast period.”
- Urethane coatings provide exceptional tensile strength and resistance to heat, fire, and harsh environmental conditions. The evacuation slide is the key application for this coating.
- Rubber and silicone coatings are gaining momentum due to their unique characteristics. Rubber offers excellent flexibility, elasticity, and impact resistance, while silicone stands out for its exceptional heat resistance, making it ideally suited for specialized aerospace applications.
By Process Type
“Hot melt coating is expected to remain the dominant process type during the forecast period.”
- Hot melt coatings are suitable for use in applications such as protective clothing and industrial fabrics since they require a coating with good adhesive characteristics. Compared to other coating methods, hot melt coating tends to be quick; therefore, the coated fabrics can be manipulated as soon as they are produced, increasing throughput rates and shortening processing times.
- The calendering process is a very productive and inexpensive method, especially for large-scale productions. It permits certain types of continuous production as opposed to the batch process, which again lowers manufacturing time and manpower costs. The process helps achieve uniform thickness, which is very important, especially in coating applications requiring fixed thickness, such as healthcare and automotive.
- Other processes, like knife coating, are batch processes that run at lower speeds than ongoing processes, such as calendaring.
Regional Analysis
“North America is projected to remain the largest market for aerospace-engineered coated fabrics during the forecast period.”
- The United States acts as the growth engine of the aerospace engineering coated fabric market, driven by the presence of multiple OEMs, tier suppliers, coatings manufacturers, and major airlines.
- The expanding fleet of commercial airlines is expected to fuel the demand for engineered coated fabric in the North American region in the coming years. In addition, advancements in aircraft manufacturing and a rise in maintenance and repair services also contribute to the market growth.
- In contrast, Asia-Pacific is estimated to witness the largest growth during the forecast period. Several factors are driving the increase, such as the growing demand for commercial aircraft to boost passenger traffic, Boeing-Airbus assembly plants in China, and domestic and regional sales aircraft such as the COMAC C919 and the Mitsubishi MRJ.
Recent Developments
There are some strategic alliances, including M&As, JVs, etc., have been performed over the past few years:
- In 2020, Freudenberg acquired Low & Bonar, a global manufacturer of technical textiles.
- In 2018, Trelleborg, a global leader in industrial polymer solutions, acquired Laminating Coating Technologies, a coatings manufacturer. This acquisition enabled Trelleborg to strengthen its position in the aerospace market.
- In 2021, Trelleborg acquired Alpha Engineered Composites, a privately held US-based company. This acquisition has given Trelleborg access to heat-resistant silicone-coated fabrics, allowing the company to expand into new markets in the coatings category.
Research Methodology
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Report Features
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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, Service 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.
Market Segmentation
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The aerospace engineered coated fabric market is segmented into the following categories.
By Platform Type
- Civil Aircraft
- Military Aircraft
- Spacecraft
By Application Type
- Life Vests
- Aerostats
- Evacuation Slides & Life Rafts
- Fuel Cells & Float
- Other Application Types
By Substrate Type
- Polyester
- Fiberglass
- Aramid
- Polyamide
- Other Substrate Types
By Coating Type
- Urethane
- Rubber
- Silicone
- Other Coating Types
By Process Type
- Hot Melt Coating
- Calendering
- Knife Coating
- Other Process Types
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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