Aerospace Composites Global Market Report 2025

Aerospace composites, superior materials used to enhance the performance of aircraft components in both commercial and military applications, exhibit exceptional physical properties such as strength and stiffness-to-density ratios. These composites are versatile in shape, reducing corrosion resistance and minimizing material wastage.

The primary types of aerospace composites include carbon fiber composites, ceramic fiber composites, glass fiber composites, and others. Carbon composites, characterized by carbon structures dispersed throughout a material, offer a balance of strength, stiffness, and lightweight properties. Ceramic composites excel in temperature stability, damage-tolerant fracture behavior, low density, corrosion resistance, high hardness, and wear resistance. Glass fiber composites provide flexibility, high strength, stiffness, and durability. Aerospace composites find applications in commercial aircraft, business and general aviation, civil helicopters, military aircraft, and other areas, serving both interior and exterior purposes. Various manufacturing processes, such as AFP/ATL, the lay-up process, resin transfer molding, and filament winding, contribute to producing aerospace composites. Resins employed in aerospace composites include benzoxazine, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, ceramic and metal matrix, thermosetting resins, polyester, and others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp increase in U.S. tariffs and resulting trade disputes in spring 2025 are significantly affecting the aerospace and defense sector. Prices for key materials such as titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics primarily sourced from international suppliers have surged. Defense contractors, constrained by fixed-price government contracts, are forced to absorb these rising costs. Meanwhile, commercial aerospace companies are encountering resistance from airlines over increased aircraft prices. In addition, customs delays are disrupting already tight production timelines for jets and satellites. In response, the industry is stockpiling essential materials, pursuing import waivers for defense-related goods, and working with allied nations to diversify supply chains.

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The aerospace composites market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $35.59 billion in 2024 to $41.21 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory changes, environmental concerns, globalization, aging aircraft fleet, rise in number of commercial and defense aircraft.

The aerospace composites market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $69.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to economic growth, aircraft fleet modernization, recycling and sustainability initiatives, aerospace industry consolidation, growing demand for passenger and cargo aircraft production. Major trends in the forecast period include digital twin and simulation, adoption of additive manufacturing, engineered fiber architectures, sustainable and eco-friendly composites, advanced composite materials.

The forecast of 13.9% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.3% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through disruptions in carbon fiber and resin imports from countries like Japan and South Korea, significantly impacting the production of lightweight structural components.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

In response to a surge in demand for high-strength, lightweight composite materials, the aerospace composites market is anticipated to experience significant growth. The adoption of such materials contributes to enhanced energy efficiency, reduced fuel consumption, and decreased aircraft mass. This, in turn, lowers lift force and thrust requirements during flight, resulting in a positive environmental impact through reduced carbon footprint. Notably, as of May 2023, the global composites sector saw a volume of 12.7 million metric tons in 2022, marking an increase from the previous year, as reported by Composites United e.V. Germany.

The aerospace composites market is poised for growth, driven by an escalating demand for commercial aircraft. Commercial airliners, designed for passenger and cargo transportation, extensively incorporate aerospace composites to optimize performance, decrease weight, improve fuel efficiency, and ensure adherence to rigorous safety and environmental standards. Reports from July 2023, published by Gulf Industry, indicate a projected 33% growth in the global commercial aviation fleet by 2033, reaching over 36,000 aircraft-an increase from the 27,400 operational aircraft in 2020.

Companies operating in the aerospace composites market are concentrating on technological advancements to enhance and develop composite material and process technologies for MRO structural film adhesives, addressing several critical industry needs. An MRO structural film adhesive is a robust and durable adhesive utilized for bonding components during maintenance and repair, particularly in the aerospace sector. For instance, in July 2023, Park Aerospace Corp, a corporation based in the US, launched Aeroadhere FAE-350-1, a high-performance structural film adhesive designed specifically for aerospace applications, especially in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environments. This epoxy-based adhesive is formulated to cure at 350°F and provides exceptional bonding capabilities for composite, metal, and honeycomb materials. Featuring high-temperature resistance, versatility in bonding applications, and a long shelf life, Aeroadhere FAE-350-1 aims to fulfill the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry. Manufactured at Park's newly expanded AS9100 and Nadcap-certified facility, this innovative adhesive is expected to enhance the reliability and efficiency of aerospace structures.

Key players in the aerospace composites market are actively pursuing innovative technologies, such as rapid integrated press molding technology designed for carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) mobility components. This advanced manufacturing method boasts significantly increased speed compared to traditional techniques, enabling the production of CFRP components with heightened quality and consistency. Notably, in February 2023, Toray Industries Inc., a Japan-based industrial products specialist, successfully developed and implemented rapid integrated press molding technology. The technology's benefits, including faster molding times, reduced costs, and enhanced quality, have the potential to contribute to the production of more fuel-efficient aircraft with extended flight ranges.

In a strategic move in June 2022, Applied Composites Engineering Inc., a US-based aerospace and defense company, completed the acquisition of North Coast LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aligns with Koura's objectives to broaden its product portfolio, reinforce capabilities, extend its market reach, and achieve synergies. North Coast LLC, a US-based manufacturer specializing in resin-transfer-molded composite structures and tooling for aerospace applications, becomes an integral part of Koura's expansion strategy.

Major companies operating in the aerospace composites market include Solvay SA, Toray Industries Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, Hexcel Corporation, Teijin Limited, SGL Carbon SE, Materion Corporation, Owens Corning, Spirit AeroSystems Inc., LEE Aerospace Inc., Gurit Holding AG, General Electric Corporation, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd., Kineco-Kaman Composites, Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, The Boeing Company, Airbus SE, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Safran SA, Leonardo S.p.A., Honeywell International Inc., L3Harris Technologies Inc., Dassault Aviation SA, Arconic Corporation, Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Triumph Group Inc., Harris Corporation

North America was the largest region in the aerospace composites market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aerospace composites market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace composites market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the aerospace composites market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The aerospace composites market consists of sales of aramid-reinforced epoxy, and boron-reinforced aerospace composites. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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This report focuses on aerospace composites market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Fiber Type: Carbon Fiber Composites; Ceramic Fiber Composites; Glass Fiber Composites; Others
• 2) By Aircraft Type: Commercial Aircraft; Business & General Aviation; Civil Helicopter; Military Aircraft; Others
• 3) By Manufacturing Process: AFP/ATL; Lay-Up Process; Resin Transfer Molding Process; Filament Winding Process; Others
• 4) By Resin Type: Benzoxazine; Cyanate Ester; Bismaleimide; Ceramic and Metal Matrix; Thermosetting Resins; Polyester; Others
• 5) By Application: Interior; Exterior
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Carbon Fiber Composites: Continuous Carbon Fiber Composites; Short Carbon Fiber Composites; Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers (CFRP)
• 2) By Ceramic Fiber Composites: Oxide Ceramic Composites; Non-Oxide Ceramic Composites; Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC)
• 3) By Glass Fiber Composites: E-glass Fiber Composites; S-glass Fiber Composites; Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics (GFRP)
• 4) By Others: Aramid Fiber Composites; Natural Fiber Composites; Hybrid Fiber Composites; Specialty Fiber Composites
• Companies Mentioned: Solvay SA; Toray Industries Inc.; Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation; Hexcel Corporation; Teijin Limited; SGL Carbon SE; Materion Corporation; Owens Corning; Spirit AeroSystems Inc.; LEE Aerospace Inc.; Gurit Holding AG; General Electric Corporation; Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd.; Kineco-Kaman Composites; Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation; Lockheed Martin Corporation; Raytheon Technologies Corporation; The Boeing Company; Airbus SE; Northrop Grumman Corporation; Safran SA; Leonardo S.p.A.; Honeywell International Inc.; L3Harris Technologies Inc.; Dassault Aviation SA; Arconic Corporation; Aviation Industry Corporation of China; Triumph Group Inc.; Harris Corporation
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Italy; Spain; Canada
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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