Aircraft Paint Global Market Report 2026

Aircraft paint refers to specialized coatings applied to aircraft surfaces to protect against corrosion, weathering, and environmental damage while enhancing the aircraft's appearance. These paints are designed to withstand the unique operating conditions of aviation, including high altitudes, temperature fluctuations, and aerodynamic stresses.

The main types of aircraft paint are liquid coatings and powder coatings. Liquid coating involves applying a wet paint solution to the aircraft's surface, which then dries to form a protective and decorative layer. These paints are used for various applications, such as exterior and interior surfaces, and are utilized by end users including commercial, military, and general aviation sectors.

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.

Tariffs have impacted the aircraft paint market by raising the cost of imported specialty resins, pigments, and coating additives used in high performance aviation coatings. These effects are most pronounced in regions with strong aerospace manufacturing bases such as North America and Europe, where cross border sourcing is common. Elevated tariffs have increased procurement costs for OEMs and MRO providers, slightly slowing repainting and refurbishment cycles. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic production of advanced coatings and localized supply chains, supporting long term resilience and innovation in aircraft surface technologies.

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The aircraft paint market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.46 billion in 2025 to $4.69 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of commercial aviation fleets, expansion of military aircraft programs, rising aircraft maintenance activities, demand for corrosion protection, advancements in aerospace materials.

The aircraft paint market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.58 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to air traffic growth worldwide, increasing aircraft refurbishments, sustainability driven coating innovations, expansion of regional aviation hubs, technological advancements in coating durability. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for lightweight high performance coatings, increasing use of corrosion resistant aircraft coatings, growth in water based and low VOC paint systems, expansion of MRO activities in commercial aviation, rising adoption of advanced surface protection technologies.

The increasing production and delivery of new aircraft is expected to propel the growth of the aircraft paint market going forward. Aircraft are vehicles designed for air travel, including airplanes, helicopters, and drones. The rise in new aircraft production and deliveries is driven by global airline demand for fleet modernization, route expansion, and the need to accommodate growing passenger traffic. Aircraft paint is essential in the manufacturing process, providing protection against corrosion and environmental damage while also enhancing visual appeal. For example, in June 2023, the Boeing Company, a US-based aircraft manufacturer, projected strong long-term aviation demand, estimating a need for 42,595 new commercial jets valued at $8 trillion by 2042. Additionally, in November 2022, a CAPA - Centre for Aviation report stated that Airbus and Boeing expected to deliver more than 1,000 aircraft in 2022, with plans to further increase production in 2023. Therefore, rising aircraft production and deliveries are driving the growth of the aircraft paint market.

Major companies in the aircraft paint market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as aerospace conductive coatings, to improve aircraft functionality and safety. Aerospace conductive coatings provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and static dissipation for aircraft components, protecting sensitive electronics and supporting reliable operation in aerospace environments. For instance, in November 2023, Sherwin-Williams, a US-based coatings manufacturer, introduced a new aerospace conductive coating (CM0485115) to its undercoat product line. This coating imparts conductivity to aluminum and composite substrates by forming an anti-static conductive film with a resistivity range of 0.1 to 100,000 ohms per square. It helps dissipate static charges from antennas and radomes, works with all non-electrostatic spray equipment, and is suitable for pre-primed aluminum and composite surfaces. It can be applied in one continuous film or with a cross coat, adapts to various environmental conditions, and can be air-cured or force-dried, providing applicators with flexibility.

In July 2024, AAL AG, a Switzerland-based manufacturing company, acquired Egli Paint GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen AAL AG's coatings and surface-treatment capabilities and expand its presence in specialized industrial and aviation paint services across Europe. Egli Paint GmbH is a Switzerland-based manufacturer offering high-performance coating, painting, and refinishing services for industrial equipment, commercial applications, and aircraft.

Major companies operating in the aircraft paint market are PPG Industries Inc., Akzo Nobel N.V., The Sherwin-Williams Company, Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co., Hentzen Coatings Inc., Jotun, MAPAERO, HMG Paints Ltd., Nycote Laboratories Corporation, BASF Coatings GmbH, Socomore, Indestructible Paint Ltd., Axalta Coating Systems, Hempel A/S, International Paint Ltd., Zircotec, Saint-Gobain Coatings Solutions, 3M Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, RPM International Inc.

North America was the largest region in the aircraft paint market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft paint market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the aircraft paint market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The aircraft paint market consists of sales of touch-up paints, specialty coatings, sealants, topcoats, paint removers. 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.

Aircraft Paint Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses aircraft paint 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, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, 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. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
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• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• 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 technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• 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.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
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• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Liquid Coating; Specialty Coatings
• 2) By Chemistry: Solvent-Based Coatings; Water-Based Coatings
• 3) By Application: Exterior; Interior
• 4) By End-User: Commercial; Military; General Aviation
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Liquid Coating: Solvent-Based Liquid Coatings; Water-Based Liquid Coatings
• 2) By Powder Coating: Thermoset Powder Coatings; Thermoplastic Powder Coatings
• Companies Mentioned: PPG Industries Inc.; Akzo Nobel N.V.; The Sherwin-Williams Company; Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co.; Hentzen Coatings Inc.; Jotun; MAPAERO; HMG Paints Ltd.; Nycote Laboratories Corporation; BASF Coatings GmbH; Socomore; Indestructible Paint Ltd.; Axalta Coating Systems; Hempel A/S; International Paint Ltd.; Zircotec; Saint-Gobain Coatings Solutions; 3M Company; Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; RPM International Inc.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; 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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