PUBLISHER: AnalystView Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1401786
PUBLISHER: AnalystView Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1401786
Lightweight Materials Market size was valued at USD 135,470 Million in 2022, expanding at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2023 to 2030.
Lightweight materials are frequently metal alloys and composites, which reduce weight while maintaining the strength and efficiency of constructions such as wind turbines, cars, and aeroplanes. High strength-to-weight ratios, increased corrosion resistance, and good design freedom are all offered by lightweight materials. The effectiveness of lightweight materials depends on the mix of metals or composites used in their production. They are utilized to create lightweight automobiles, aeroplanes, packaging, and medical equipment. They are available in a range of shapes and grades. In addition, the usage of lightweight materials in many industries has expanded due to the introduction of emission-reduction regulations in both developed and developing countries. This is because lightweight materials have the potential to reduce emissions by 20-30%. In addition, as people become more conscious of the benefits of renewable energy sources, more windmill facilities are being built. Lightweight materials-based wind turbines are commonly employed in these plants because of their reduced total weight and enhanced system efficiency. This promotes the growth of the lightweight materials sector within the expanding renewable energy industry.
Lightweight Materials Market- Market Dynamics
Increasing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive sector
The massive need for lightweight materials and design concepts is created by the automotive lightweighting trends, which are driven by sustainability, cost, and performance. These trends are evaluated as a component of the circular economy solutions in contemporary mobility and transportation. Lightweight car production is being driven by automakers' increasing concerns about improving fuel economy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, a lighter vehicle may be more recyclable and/or perform better on the road in terms of economy of motion, braking control, and crashworthiness. Body-in-white (BIW) is referred to as primary weight reduction, and it can subsequently result in lower power requirements for braking and acceleration. Additionally, Steels have a long history of use in the auto industry because of their low cost and high modulus of elasticity, strength, formability, weldability, and crashworthiness, among other qualities. Global governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are applying pressure on original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive to increase fuel efficiency and sustainability.
Lightweight Materials Market- Key Insights
As per the analysis shared by our research analyst, the global market is estimated to grow annually at a CAGR of around 5.5% over the forecast period (2023-2030)
Based on type segmentation, the composites segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period
Based on application segmentation, the automotive segment is expected to hold a prominent market share during the forecast period
Based on region, the Asia Pacific is expected to hold a significant market share during the forecast period
The Global Lightweight Materials Market is segmented based on Type, Application, Distribution Channel, and Region.
Based on the type, the global market is segmented into Metal Alloys, Composites and Polymers. The composites segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. In the market for lightweight materials, composites are commonly employed. Over the projected period, there is expected to be an increase in demand for the product due to its capacity to decrease vehicle weight and improve fuel economy. Because lightweight composites are both strong and light, they need less labor and money. The superior strength-to-weight ratio of fiber-reinforced composite outperforms that of other materials. Moreover, carbon fiber-reinforced composites weigh 40% less than aluminum and 70% less than steel. Thus, these properties are expected to propel the segment's growth.
Based on the application, the market is divided into Automotive, Aerospace, Wind, Marine, Electronics, Construction, Consumer Goods and Others. The automotive segment is expected to hold a prominent market share during the forecast period. Modern cars need to use more advanced materials to increase fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance or safety. Lightweight materials have a lot of potential to improve vehicle economy since it takes less energy to accelerate a lighter product than a heavy one. Thereby, propelling the segment growth.
Lightweight Materials Market- Geographical Insights
Geographically, this market is widespread in the regions of North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. These regions are further divided as per the nations bringing business. The Asia Pacific is expected to hold a significant market share over the forecast period. The market growth in the region is attributed to the growing automotive industry. For instance, according to Invest India, from 4,134,047 in 2020-21 to 5,617,246 in 2021-22, the total number of autos exported showed a positive rise of 35.9%. By 2050, the trucking market in India is projected to have grown by more than four times. From 4 million in 2022 to almost 17 million by 2050, there will be more than four times as many trucks as there are now. Moreover, the region is the manufacturing hub of these materials which is expected to accelerate the market growth.
The key players operating in the market are ThyssenKrupp AG, Henkel Corporation, Owens Corning Corporation, LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Hexcel Corporation, SGL Group, Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation, Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd., Zoltek Companies Inc, UC Rusal, Aluminium Corporation of China, Rio Tinto Alcan Inc., China Hongqiao Group Ltd., Kaiser Aluminium, US Magnesium LLC and A&S Magnesium Inc. These players have adopted various strategies including product launch, acquisition, collaboration, expansion and others.
In May 2022, a new collaboration between TRB Lightweight Structures and Kordsa has been launched for the production of innovative composite materials. The objective of this new partnership is to advance the creation of lightweight, sustainable composites for the automotive sector and increase accessibility to environmental factors in transportation.
The scope of this report covers the market by its major segments, which include as follows: