Bearing Steel Market - By Product Type, By Application, By End Use, Forecast 2023

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Global Bearing Steel Market will witness 3.2% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The expanding automotive and aerospace industries are driving the demand for high-performance bearings, necessitating the use of superior-bearing steel materials. The increasing adoption of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power relies heavily on bearings in their machinery, further boosting the market.

Additionally, consistent technological upgrades have led to the development of specialized bearing steel grades, enhancing durability and performance, thus strengthening the bearing steel market outlook. For instance, in September 2023, SGO, a Korean manufacturer specializing in oil-less bearings, revealed its participation in the METALEX VIETNAM 2023 Machine Tools and Metalworking Exhibition, scheduled to take place in HCM City from October 4-6. During the event, SGO will present its range of Metallic Bearings and Self-Lubricating Multilayer Composite Bearings designed for use in various industrial applications, including sheet metal forming and molding processes.

The overall Bearing Steel Market is classified based on product type, application, end-use, and region.

By product type, the carburizing segment will witness 2.9% CAGR from 2023 to 2032. Carburization enhances the surface hardness of steel, crucial for bearing applications subjected to heavy loads and high wear. This demand arises from the automotive and industrial sectors, where carburized bearings are essential for durability and performance. The focus on extending bearing life and improving load-bearing capacity encourages the significance of carburizing products in the bearing steel market growth.

Based on application, the roller bearings segment will observe 2.7% growth rate through 2032. Roller bearings are vital components in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery. These applications require bearing steel with exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to wear. Consequently, there is a continuous need for specialized bearing steel alloys optimized for roller bearings, reflecting their crucial role in ensuring efficient and reliable mechanical operations.

Regarding end-use, the aerospace segment of the bearing steel industry will expand at 2.8% CAGR over 2023-2032. Precision and reliability are paramount in aerospace applications, making high-quality bearing steel indispensable. Aerospace relies on bearings in engines, landing gear, and flight control systems, demanding materials with exceptional strength and corrosion resistance. Thus, the bearing steel market demand for specialized bearing steel tailored to the exacting requirements of aerospace industries is set for expansion.

Regionally, the Europe bearing steel industry will record 3.6% CAGR throughout 2023-2032. The automotive sector requires reliable bearing steel for engines and transmissions, while wind energy projects rely on bearings for turbines. Besides, Europe's robust manufacturing and machinery industries demand high-quality bearing steel for various applications. This region's stringent quality standards and emphasis on sustainability further contribute to the steady demand for bearing steel in Europe.

Product Code: 6169

Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope

1.1 Market scope & definitions
1.2 Base estimations & working
1.3 Forecast calculation
- 1.3.1 COVID-19 impact on forecast, by region
  - 1.3.1.1 North America
  - 1.3.1.2 Europe
  - 1.3.1.3 Asia Pacific
  - 1.3.1.4 Latin America
  - 1.3.1.5 Middle East & Africa
1.4 Data Sources
- 1.4.1 Primary
- 1.4.2 Secondary
  - 1.4.2.1 Paid Sources
  - 1.4.2.2 Public Sources

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1 Bearing steel industry 360 degree synopsis, 2018 - 2032
2.2 Business trends
2.3 Product type trends
2.4 Application trends
2.5 End use trends
2.6 Regional trends

Chapter 3 Bearing Steel Industry Insights

3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
- 3.1.1 Distribution channel analysis trends
- 3.1.2 Vendor matrix
- 3.1.3 COVID-19 impact on value chain
3.2 Raw material outlook
3.3 Regulatory landscape
- 3.3.1 North America
- 3.3.2 Europe
- 3.3.3 Asia Pacific
- 3.3.4 Latin America
- 3.3.5 Middle East & Africa
3.4 Technology landscape
3.5 Pricing analysis, by region
- 3.5.1 North America
- 3.5.2 Europe
- 3.5.3 Asia Pacific
- 3.5.4 Latin America
- 3.5.5 Middle East & Africa
3.6 Cost structure Analysis
3.7 Industry impact forces
- 3.7.1 Growth drivers
- 3.7.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
3.8 Innovation & sustainability
3.9 Growth potential analysis
3.10 Porter's analysis
- 3.10.1 Supplier power
- 3.10.2 Buyer's power
- 3.10.3 Threat of new entrants
- 3.10.4 Threat of substitutes
3.11 PESTEL analysis
3.12 Impact of COVID-19 on industry
3.13 Impact of Russia Ukraine war on the industry

Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2022

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Global company market share, 2022
4.3 Company market share, by region, 2022
- 4.3.1 North America
- 4.3.2 Europe
- 4.3.3 APAC
- 4.3.4 LATAM
- 4.3.5 MEA
4.4 Competitive analysis of market player
4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
4.6 Strategic outlook matrix

Chapter 5 Bearing Steel Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type 2018 - 2032

5.1 Key trends, by product
5.2 High carbon chromium
5.3 Carburizing
5.4 High temperature
5.5 Others

Chapter 6 Bearing Steel Market Size and Forecast, By Application 2018 - 2032

6.1 Key trends, by application
6.2 Ball bearings
6.3 Roller bearings
6.4 Thrust bearings
6.5 Plain bearings
6.6 Others

Chapter 7 Bearing Steel Market Size and Forecast, By End Use 2018 - 2032

7.1 Key trends, by end use
7.2 Automotive
7.3 Aerospace
7.4 Machinery & equipment
7.5 Energy
7.6 Construction
7.7 Others

Chapter 8 Bearing Steel Market Size and Forecast, By Region 2018 - 2032

8.1 Key trends, by region
8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 U.S.
- 8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.3.2 UK
- 8.3.3 France
- 8.3.4 Spain
- 8.3.5 Italy
- 8.3.6 Russia
8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 Japan
- 8.4.2 China
- 8.4.3 India
- 8.4.4 Australia
- 8.4.5 South Korea
- 8.4.6 Indonesia
- 8.4.7 Philippines
- 8.4.8 Malaysia
8.5 Latin America
- 8.5.1 Brazil
- 8.5.2 Mexico
8.6 MEA
- 8.6.1 South Africa
- 8.6.2 Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.3 UAE

Chapter 9 Company Profiles

9.1 SKF Group
9.2 Timken Company
9.3 JTEKT Corporation
9.4 Nippon Steel Corporation
9.5 Schaeffler Group
9.6 Ovako Group
9.7 TATA Steel
9.8 Steel India
9.9 ArcelorMittal S.A.
9.10 NSK Ltd.
9.11 Timken Company
9.12 NTN Corporation
9.13 MinebeaMitsumi Inc.
9.14 Nachi-Fujikoshi Corp.
9.15 Citizen Metals Pvt. Ltd.